Paphos & Akamas · Paphos district
Lysos Λυσός
Gateway to Paphos Forest, mouflon country and dried figs
Lysos is the largest village of Paphos district, stretching up into Paphos Forest, home of the mouflon and Bonelli’s eagle. It is known for maxilles, sun-dried figs.
Why visit Lysos
- Mouflon and Bonelli’s eagle country in Paphos Forest
- The Latin-influenced church of Panagia Chryseleousa
- Maxilles dried figs
Paphos & Akamas, Paphos district
560 metres
Paphos, about 26 km as the crow flies
Spring and autumn.
Maxilles (dried figs), Almonds and walnuts
A few buses a day
About the village Lysos
Lysos lies about 36 km north-east of Paphos, and legends of the medieval hero Digenis are still told here. Rock-cut tombs and Geometric pottery found nearby support the idea of ancient Greek settlers.
Its land reaches the peaks of Paphos Forest. The main church, Panagia Chryseleousa, built around 1500, may first have been a Latin church, as its doors carry coats of arms.
Lysos in pictures
Things to do in Lysos
Panagia Chryseleousa
A church of around 1500 with heraldic doors.
Village fountain and square
A restored fountain pool and a sea-view square.
Paphos Forest
Look for mouflon and birds of prey.
Festivals and events in Lysos
Lysos has no major annual festival listed. As in every Cypriot village, Easter week and the feast day of the village church bring services, processions and gatherings in the square. See the village festival calendar for events nearby.
Getting to Lysos
A few buses a day
On a typical weekday (Monday, 12 October 2026) about 4 bus trips in both directions stop within 800 m of the village, on these lines:
- Paphos Buses (OSYPA): line 640
Rural services are often timed for school and work, so check the return times before you set off.
Check the bus from your hotelDirections to Lysos (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Car, taxi or tour
Village roads are narrow and winding, but a hire car or taxi lets you combine several villages in a day. Day tours to the Troodos and wine villages leave from the main resorts.
Villages near Lysos
Miliou8 km away · One of the smallest and greenest villages, with a monastery spa
Fyti8 km away · The weaving village of Paphos and its colourful fythkiotika
Kritou Terra9 km away · Green all year, with a rare domed church and a painted “casino”
Kathikas12 km away · Wine village above the Avakas Gorge, with a moving Easter traditionKeep exploring
Lysos: questions
Why visit Lysos?
Mouflon and Bonelli’s eagle country in Paphos Forest. The Latin-influenced church of Panagia Chryseleousa. Maxilles dried figs.
What is there to do in Lysos?
Panagia Chryseleousa: A church of around 1500 with heraldic doors. Village fountain and square: A restored fountain pool and a sea-view square. Paphos Forest: Look for mouflon and birds of prey.
When is the festival in Lysos?
Lysos has no major annual festival listed. Easter and the village saint’s day are the liveliest times.
Can you get to Lysos by bus?
Yes, but only a few buses a day on weekdays: Paphos Buses (OSYPA) 640. Check the timetable before you travel.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-10. Bus lines come from the official Motion GTFS timetables. Opening hours and festival dates change, so confirm before you go.
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