3 things to do this weekend

Looking for a reason to get out of the city this weekend? From mountain adventures to traditional workshops and long village lunches, here are three experiences worth adding to your plans.

1. Explore the Troodos mountains with an E-Bike

See more of the countryside with less effort on an electric mountain bike from Adventure Mountain Park in Kyperounda. Suitable for beginners and experienced riders alike, you can expect forest trails, beautiful views, hidden churches and plenty of fresh mountain air along the way. It’s a fun way to experience a different side of the Troodos region, whether you’re visiting as a family, couple, or a group of friends.

2. Make your own Arkateno

Some recipes are passed down. Others become part of a family’s identity. At Fotini Bakery House in Omodos, traditional workshops offer a glimpse into the making of one of Cyprus' most beloved village products. It's a chance to learn about a recipe that has been passed down through generations of the same family for almost a century – from great grandmother Eleni to grandmother Fotini, mother Stavroula, and now the next generation.

3. Eat the Cypriot way

Live music, homemade meze, and lamb souvla come together every Sunday at Strofi Stin Geusi in Mandria. Run by brothers Zinonas and Michalis, who are continuing the work started by their grandparents, it's the kind of family-run village restaurant where lunch often turns into an afternoon of conversation, music, and shared plates.

Whether you're in the mood for adventure, culture, or good food, the Cyprus countryside offers plenty of reasons to make a day of it this weekend.