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Tsada
Tsada (Greek: Τσάδα) is a small hillside village 8 km northeast of Paphos. It enjoys a cooler climate than the coast and offers sweeping views over the Ezousa Valley and out to the Mediterranean.
Understand
[edit]Tsada is a perched at around 600 m above sea level on the western slopes of the Troodos foothills. While it remains a largely traditional Cypriot village, Tsada has gradually attracted a modest number of expatriate residents, drawn by its peaceful setting, vineyard-covered slopes, and close proximity to Paphos.
Topography
[edit]Tsada's most defining topographical feature is its elevation. The village is situated on a broad hilltop or plateau at an average altitude of approximately 615 meters (~2,018 feet) above sea level. This is substantially higher than coastal Paphos and even higher than the Agios Neophytos Monastery.
Climate
[edit]Tsada enjoys a mild upland Mediterranean climate with cooler summers, wetter winters, and excellent conditions for viticulture and olive cultivation. Its altitude offers relief from coastal heat and contributes to clean air and scenic living conditions, making it both agriculturally viable and residentially appealing.
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Get in
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Tsada is easily accessible by road, making it a convenient inland stop for visitors exploring the Paphos countryside.
By bus
[edit]The main service is OSYPA bus line 645 (Paphos–Polis Chrysochous), which stops at Tsada Square about once or twice daily. Other routes 614, 637, 639, 641, and 645 are accessing Tsada.
By car
[edit]Tsada is about a 15-minute drive from central Paphos via the B7 road, which is paved and scenic, passing through rolling hills and vineyards.
Free parking is available in and around the village square, and roads are suitable for all vehicles.
See
[edit]- Minthis Hills (formerly Tsada Golf Course): Built on a high plateau (~550 m), offering panoramic views and modern residential development.
- Agios Neophytos Forest: Forested areas northeast of Tsada, with pine-covered hills.
- Ezousa Valley: To the west and southwest, supporting agriculture through its fertile soils and irrigation.
Do
[edit]- Walk the Minthis Nature & Ezousa Valley Trails.
- Climb Makrona Mountain (≈560 m) for panoramic views over Tsada and the Paphos plains. A relatively easy hike with rewarding vistas.
- Sample traditional Cypriot dishes—mezes, grilled halloumi, stifado—at village eateries like Cafe Platia, Aristo’s Place, or the famous Fountain of Gerolakkos Taverna in Tsada.
Buy
[edit]Eat
[edit]- The Fountain of Gerolakkos, ☏ +357 99330781. An authentic, family-run restaurant in a rustic hillside setting with abundant, well-prepared traditional cuisine, welcoming hospitality, and scenic valley views.
- Aristo's Place Taverna. A prominent and inviting eatery in the centre of Tsada village.
Drink
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[edit]Go next
[edit]From Tsada, continue east to the nearby village of Kallepia, located just 3 km away. The short journey offers a peaceful rural experience through vineyards and hillside farmland.
By car:
A quick 6–8 minute drive along quiet local roads. The route is fully paved and offers scenic views of the Ezousa Valley.
On foot or by bike:
Enjoy a 40– to 50-minute walk (or 15–20 minutes by bicycle) via paved roads and countryside lanes. The route is gently sloped, making it suitable for casual hikers and cyclists.
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