Omodos, Cyprus (Limassol District): A Charming Village

Omodos, Cyprus…

...Up in the mountains on the island of Cyprus (in the Troodos mountain range of the Limassol district) there is this small but charming, traditional and picturesque village called Omodos (also spelled Omodhos).

What a brilliant idea to include it in your itinerary! It won’t be a disappointment! :-)

We have visited Omodos countless times as it’s one of our favorite places in the Limassol district.

We love it there! What’s not to love in Omodos! :-)

It’s a small, peaceful, traditional, picturesque, wine producing village, with shops selling traditional products, taverns and restaurants. The wonderful monastery of Holy Cross, the cobbled Square and the village’s narrow streets are waiting to be explored. What else could we ask for?...

…and all these in the spectacular Troodos mountains!

How about the route to get to Omodos, you ask?

It’s a wonderful experience to drive through our majestic mountains and villages in order to get to Omodos. In other words, the route to get there is magnificent!

You will experience what we experience every time we visit it…

…en route you will admire our wonderful nature (spectacular mountain views) and in the village you will experience local traditional culture, hospitality which is part of our culture, taste delicious local food, buy local products and visit wineries (wine tasting). In other words, the village and the villagers will mesmerize you!

If you are interested in including Omodos village in your itinerary – which is a brilliant idea, then the following quick links will come handy! :-)

Just click the quick links below to guide you through the article.

Quick links:

• About Omodos, Cyprus
• Accommodation
• Things to Do
• Food & Drink
• How to Get to Omodos, Cyprus
• Getting Around

About Omodos, Cyprus

Omodos village has existed since the Frankish period and it’s located in the beautiful district of Limassol in Cyprus, at an altitude of 800 metres. Specifically it’s located on the Troodos mountain range in the wonderful area of Krasohoria.

Krasohoria (Greek) means “Wine Villages”.

This wine producing village is very traditional, picturesque, peaceful and charming. It might be a small village but it has a lot to offer to its visitors…as long as you have time to explore it.

For example, its narrow streets, stone houses and cobbled Square, its shops selling traditional local products, its monastery of Holy Cross, its restaurants and taverns serving delicious local food, its wineries and the locals’ hospitality will leave you in awe!...

…and that’s why Omodos is perfect for agrotourism!

What a wonderful village, what a splendid experience!

Omodos is famous for its wine, “arkatena” bread (local product), Zivania spirit and handmade narrow-knit lacing. It’s also famous for its cobbled Square, the monastery of Holy Cross, the quaint houses (old stone-built houses) and its narrow streets.

Another reason we visit Omodos, it’s the fresh local food served in their lovely restaurants and taverns. Delicious! (Yes, we are foodies :-) ).

In addition, every 14th of September the village has one of the biggest religious fairs on the island dedicated to the Holy Cross. The fair usually lasts 2-3 days. Vendors gather from around the island in the wonderful village square in front of the monastery of Holy Cross to sell their traditional products.

If you are on the island in September, you might want to visit Omodos on the 14th of September. Many locals visit the monastery that day. Visitors alike.

However, if you wish to experience tranquility while visiting Omodos, you might want to avoid visiting it on that day (14th September) – otherwise you will experience the “buzz” of the fair with lots of pilgrims arriving to the monastery.

Overall, Omodos is a peaceful village where you can have a wonderful time!

If you prefer a less crowded season then visit us during May, September or October (avoid the 14th of September where the fair takes place – it usually lasts 2-3 days).

Rent a car to visit this pretty village, it’s well worth it!

Omodos, Cyprus: Accommodation

Omodos is perfect for agrotourism.

If you wish to stay in Omodos (or close to Omodos) check out…

Trip.com

…for some wonderful traditional accommodation.

If you can’t find available accommodation in Omodos, then you might want to check out Platres and Lofou, two amazing villages close to Omodos.

In case you wish to explore more villages (apart from Platres and Lofou), check out routes 8 and 11 (Cyprus Routes) - see the road directions (on our google map) to check out the beautiful villages near Omodos.

Please bear in mind, that if you wish to stay in Omodos during the peak season (summer – June, July and August) you might want to book your accommodation early on (very early on). In that way you will make sure you find accommodation in Omodos…

…otherwise, if you don’t, you can book accommodation in one of the villages close to it, like Lofou and Platres – as it was mentioned above.

Omodos, Cyprus: Things to Do

Wine Tasting

If you love wine, then you might want to consider wine tasting!

A wonderful and welcoming winery for such an experience is Ktima Gerolemo in Omodos village.

(Tel. +357 99 696025).

Visit Timios Stavros (Holy Cross) Monastery

This wonderful monastery is located next to the village’s cobbled Square and it’s one of the oldest monasteries on the island. The architecture of the monastery and the church are very beautiful…so you might want to pay it a visit…it’s well worth it!

Explore the Village of Omodos on Foot

What a brilliant idea to explore the small village of Omodos on foot.

You will walk through narrow streets with traditional stone-built houses and you will discover hidden gems like restaurants, taverns, wineries, art shops and shops selling traditional products.

Don’t forget to visit the cobbled Square of the village where there are shops, cafes and restaurants and the monastery of Holy Cross.

Tasting Local Food & Wine

Are you a foodie, like us? If so, great!

Try our delicious local food cooked with local fresh ingredients and taste delicious local wine for an unforgettable food and wine experience!

Just take a look at these restaurants.

Explore More Mountainous Villages Near Omodos by Renting a Car

A rental car is a must if you wish to visit Omodos village or even explore more mountainous villages (see Troodos villages).

If you decide to rent a car, then get ready for an adventure in the mountains! It’s going to be awesome!

The scenery and routes are spectacular and the locals are very hospitable! Nearby villages to Omodos are Platres and Lofou (among others). Pay them a visit and you won’t regret it!

Check out Route 8 and Route 11 in the section of Cyprus Routes. Both routes include Omodos and the surrounding villages.

For more information on rental cars visit car rentals in Cyprus…

…or check out…

CarRentalNet

…to see their car rental prices. They are trustworthy and willing to go beyond to satisfy the customer.

Just click the link above to check them out. It’s well worth it.

Omodos, Cyprus: Food & Drink

In Omodos there are quite a few wonderful food establishments for foodies like us. :-)

Here’s what we recommend for a delicious meal in the small but charming village of Omodos…

Stou Kir Yianni (Cuisine: Mediterranean, European, Greek, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly)

Address: 15 Linou, 4760 Omodos, Limassol, Cyprus

From Cyprus: +357 70 000100

From abroad: +357 25 422100

Wonderful restaurant with delicious food and excellent service. Superb presentation of the food. We love the atmosphere too! Staff is welcoming, friendly and attentive. Reasonable prices. It’s recommended to reserve before you go. It’s 5/5 stars from us.

Katoi Restaurant (Cuisine: Mediterranean, European, Greek, Grill)

Address: 25 Linou, 4760 Omodos, Limassol, Cyprus

Tel: +357 99 674444

A fantastic restaurant where you can enjoy a well-presented delicious meal! No doubt about it. Good portions of food and reasonable prices. Charming atmosphere and friendly, helpful staff. A reservation is recommended. 5/5 stars.

How to Get to Omodos, Cyprus

You will need a rental car to get to Omodos (visit car rentals in Cyprus for information on renting a car on the island).

As it was mentioned above, the charming village of Omodos is located in the Limassol district in the Troodos mountains – between the 2 legal airports of the island, Larnaca Airport (LCA) and Paphos Airport (PFO) – flights to Cyprus.

Once you decide in which airport to land in, book your air tickets (flights to Cyprus) and your taxi airport transfer, come back here to read about the road directions to the beautiful village of Omodos.

Road Directions to Omodos Village, Limassol District

If you are in Paphos or Larnaca, take the motorway and head towards Limassol district (the road sign says Lemesos (Greek = Λεμεσός) instead of Limassol). Please remember that we drive on the left side of the road.

Once in Limassol, take the exit E601. Follow the E601 route and you will get to Omodos (Cyprus) after driving through our magnificent mountains. Needless to say that the route to get to the village is beautiful!

Check out Cyprus Routes (Routes 8 and 11). These 2 circular routes include beautiful villages like Platres, Omodos, etc. Both routes start from and end in Limassol (Lemesos in Greek).

Omodos, Cyprus: Getting Around

Since Omodos is a small village in the mountains you can explore it on foot. But to get there you will need a car (visit car rentals in Cyprus for information on renting a car on the island).

If you decide to rent a car, then it’s a wonderful idea to explore more beautiful villages in the Troodos mountains (please check out Troodos villages).

In addition, visit Cyprus Routes (check out the routes in the Limassol district) to find some amazing routes for a splendid day out!

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…And that wraps up our article on Omodos, Cyprus.

We hope you have a wonderful holiday here on our island. :-)

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