Tsada: Wine Route, Cycling Routes and Views

Tsada sits above Paphos and combines sweeping views with routes, religious sights and an agricultural character. The village is about 605 metres above sea level. From here, the views extend over Paphos to the Mediterranean; at the same time, its elevation means cooler temperatures throughout the year. This makes Tsada an interesting destination if you want to discover Cyprus beyond its coast and explore the inland areas too.

Elevation and agricultural character

The warm, temperate climate favours the cultivation of a variety of crops in Tsada. These include grapevines and cereals, as well as carob, olives, walnuts, almonds and various fruit trees. This list shows the diversity of local agriculture and gives you a concrete impression of the surroundings to help you plan your trip.

This local character can also play a part when choosing a holiday apartment: consider whether you would prefer to combine your stay with excursions along routes, cultural sights or impressions of rural Cyprus. Tsada offers several different starting points for this, although they cannot all be experienced in the same way.

Wine route and cycling routes

The Laona–Akamas wine route passes through Tsada. There is also a 24-kilometre cycling route that starts in Geroskipou, passes the Stavros tis Minthas Monastery and the golf course, continues to Tsada and ends in Paphos. This gives you different ways to plan your trip around the area: a themed route linked to wine and a cycling route with a specific length and itinerary.

On the Geroskipou–Paphos cycling route, a paved road also leads to Tsada, three kilometres away. From Tsada, the road descends to Paphos; it connects Paphos with Polis. The route and distance details help you plan a cycling trip. Check the route conditions before setting off.

Minthis Hills, an international 18-hole championship course, is also nearby. Together with the cycling routes, the surrounding area offers various ways to plan an active stay. Which of these options takes centre stage for you depends on whether you would rather include a longer route, a connection to wine or golf in your travel plans.

Chapels, a monastery and other sights

Tsada’s sights include the Chapel of Agia Marina and the Chapel of Saints Constantine and Helena. The latter is associated with the holy spring of Saint Helena. The village’s buildings also tell a story of older architectural traditions: only a limited number of traditional houses have been preserved or restored in Tsada. Religious sites and preserved homes thus sit alongside the village’s landscapes and routes.

Three kilometres southeast of Tsada lies the Timios Stavros of Minthis Monastery, an important religious site in the area. A large cave with impressive stalactites is also nearby. Both places offer a broader view of the region around Tsada, although they have different characters: the monastery is a religious landmark, while the cave is a striking natural feature. When planning your trip, it is worth distinguishing between these different interests.

Tavernas, cafés and local drinks

Visitors to Tsada can visit traditional tavernas and local cafés. A local stone brewery produces its own beer, cider and other drinks. This adds a culinary dimension to the village’s natural and cultural attractions. If you plan a specific visit, it is advisable to check the latest information from the establishment.

Whether you are considering Tsada for its views, routes, chapels or local offerings, its different highlights provide a practical basis for deciding whether the village might suit your trip to Cyprus and for looking for a suitable holiday apartment.

Discover more destinations

Discover more destinations: Agios Georgios, Mandria, Pentalia, Fyti, Steni, Drymou, Drouseia, Salamiou.

For the overview of the wider region: Paphos.