In the region of Lake Kerkini, there are many species of mammals, several of which are endangered, such as lutra-lutra, roe, jackal, wolf, wildcat while there are 10 common species such as fox, weasel, wildpig ,hare, hedgehog, badger etc. Also, in both the riparian forest and the surrounding wetlands around 10 species of amphibians and more than 20 species of reptiles are found. The fish fauna of the Lake is great. In the broader scheme of Kerkini-Strymona over 30 species of commercial interest are recorded, such as Kyprinos (carp) and the Butterfly and presents valuable fishery production.
In the lake and surrounding mountains over 300 species of birds have been recorded. Of these two, Pelican (argiropelekanos) and Pygmy Cormorant, is threatened with global extinction. There are still the most important colonies of N. Balkan Peninsula from cormorants, Xouliaromytes (Platalea leucorodia), Xalkokotes (Plegadis falcinellus) and various species of herons and in recent years and new species for the region have been observed such as Lesser White Fronted Goose, Flamingo, Kynigogerakas(falco cherrug), the Nanokyknos (Cygnus columbianus) etc. In the region there are many rare predators such as Basilaetos (Aquila heliaca), Xrysaetos (Aquila chrysaetos), the Peregrine Falcon, the Spotted Eagle, etc.
The existence of the largest in Greece buffalo colony gives the lake great importance. In the eastern part of the wetland adjacent to the lakeside forest, the two thirds of the total population of water-buffalo of country are bred.
Kerkini Lake famous for its natural beauty but with the wildlife who dominates.
Numerous activities anyone can do in Kerkini such as canoeing, cycling, horse riding and many others
The warmth of hospitality in Guest House Limneo is something you will never forget and will be one of the reasons to visit ever Kerkini.
The lion of Amfipoli. One of the most important monuments that have been salvaged and the only one restored at its original location.
It is one of the bigger and most beautiful caves in Europe. The tour inside will impress you.
In a distance of 10km from the city of Serres at the back end of the ravine of Mount Menikio.
The city of Serres, the Acropolis (Koulas), the Archeological Museum (Bezesteni), the Church Museum, the Museum of Sarakachani and the Natural History Museum.
At the speedway of Serres, the largest in Greece and in the Balkans. An event takes place almost every weekend.
Scenery of unique natural beauty between mount Menikio and Pageo. The old stone made bridge will amaze you with its volume. It is the base for alternative activities related to the river, such as rafting.
Limneo Guest House
Hrisohorafa Kerkinis,
e-mail: info@limneokerkini.gr
Tel: +30 23250 515 81
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Our accommodation is located in Hrisohorafa near to Lake Kerkini you wait and promise you a pleasant stay.
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