Edessa is a city in Macedonia, seat of the municipality of Edessa, capital of the Pella Regional Unit. The city is famous for its 12 waterfalls. Inside the city the waterfalls, these small “miracles” of the Edessa river, have the power to enchant you. The steps bring you to the Outdoor Water Museum, the only one in Greece. Here, you will discover great “water” secrets. These gave life to the textiles, the mills, the industry of Edessa. A glorious yesterday that revives in front of you, with a walk in Varosi. Macedonian architecture houses, Byzantine churches. Back in the day, the city of Edessa entertains you in the evening at Katarraktakia and fills you up with fine local flavors at Flamouria At a distance of only 8 km from the city of Edessa you will come across one of the most unique landscapes of Northern Greece: the unique wetland of the Agra lake – where water is the protagonist. The reed beds all around are home to rare bird species.Archaeological site of Loggo. Ancient houses, shops, columns and trellises carved into the streets. The remains of ancient Edessa, below the current city, in the fertile fields of Loggos introduce you to the past of this picturesque city in Northern Greece.

Edessa is situated on a steep plateau, it was first known by its Slavic name, Voden which also means ‘City of Water’. Some of the water mills have been restored and there is also a freshwater aquarium.The open-air Water Museum opened early in 2000 and helps locals and visitors understand the history of water-power. In one of the flour-mills, there is also the aquarium with fish from Lake Agra-Niss, the only aquarium in Greece with fresh-water fish.

It is fascinating to know that centuries ago, there were no waterfalls in Edessa, except a lake. The lake overflowed and this resulted in many rivers and waterfalls being formed. The abundant water was used to power mills, turning Edessa into an industrial center.

Just a short distance from Edessa is Lake Agra – a lake artificially created during the 50s and which developed into an area with ecological interest. The lake is home to many bird species and the actual area is known for its agricultural landscapes where apples and cherries are grown.Today it’s the 70m Karonos Waterfall which is the main attraction and to enhance the experience at looking at the falls, the town council has installed beautiful lights with benches and pathways. People who know the waterfalls will tell you that the best time to visit them is in the early morning as the sun catches the falls, forming a host of colors and patterns with the cascading water.

On the eastern side of town, the Waterfalls Park has many mini waterfalls, plants, footbridges as well as concrete pools, and you’ll find steps leading down to the Karanos- and Diplos Falls. There are a number of viewing points too which allow you to get really up and close to the falls and experience the thunderous roar.