Quick answer: Vryses is a village in the heart of Apokoronas, named after its many springs (vryses). Tall plane trees shade the river and its tavernas, and it is the junction where the road to Askyfou and Chora Sfakion leaves the north coast.
- Region
- Apokoronas, Chania
- Known for
- Springs, plane trees, yoghurt
- Road
- Junction for Sfakia
- Nearby
- Vamos, Georgioupolis, Imbros
Shade and water
The village is built around streams and springs, with big plane trees over the river and the main square. On a hot day it is noticeably cooler than the coast.
What to eat
Vryses is known for its thick sheep's-milk yoghurt, served with honey in the cafés by the river. Tavernas along the water serve grilled meat and local dishes.
A stop on the way south
From Vryses the road climbs to the Askyfou plateau, passes Imbros, where the gorge walk starts, and descends to Chora Sfakion. A coffee or yoghurt in Vryses is the classic pause before that drive.
Nearby
Vamos is a few kilometres north, and Georgioupolis and Lake Kournas are about 15 minutes east.
Questions before you go
What is Vryses known for?
Its springs, plane trees, riverside tavernas and yoghurt with honey.
Is Vryses on the way to Sfakia?
Yes. The road to Chora Sfakion starts here.
How far is Vryses from Imbros gorge?
About 25–30 minutes' drive.
