The Agios Germanos watermill is one of the most popular attractions in Prespa, offering guided tours around its exhibition space. It is accessible to people with disabilities and there is also a on-site souvenir shop, as well as visitor facilities.
Open to the public for free.
Opening Hours (December 2025)
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10.00 am – 2.00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Holiday Season (24/12–6/1)
During the holiday season, the watermill will be open on the following dates:
24/12 (10.00 am – 2 pm)
27-30/12 (10.00 am – 4 pm)
31/12 (10.00 am – 2 pm)
3–5/1 (10.00 am – 4 pm)
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10.00 am – 2.00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening Hours
For more information, please contact the Society for the Protection of Prespa at spp@spp.gr or by phone on +30 23850 51211 and +30 23850 51233.
For requests regarding group tours, as well as visits from schools or other educational institutions outside normal opening days and hours, please get in touch at least 15 days prior to your visit.
Water and Prespa
Water in the Prespa basin is a source of life for both the natural environment and local communities. The Lesser and Great Prespa lakes, together with the streams that feed them and the Agios Germanos River, form a unique aquatic network that sustains rare ecosystems and endangered species, such as the Prespa trout. The river and streams enrich the lakes with fresh water, creating favourable conditions for fishing and farming.
At the same time, water has both historical and cultural significance, with villages and monuments directly linked to this natural element having developed throughout the basin. Protecting the river, streams and lakes of Prespa is vital for preserving biodiversity and ensuring the sustainable development of the region.
The Watermill and Agios Germanos
With its steady yet invaluable flow, the river was a vital source of energy for the region’s traditional facilities, such as watermills. Its waters powered millstones, meeting essential community needs: grinding grains, producing flour, and supporting rural life.
Before the war, there were nine watermills in operation in the Greek side of Prespa. Built in 1930, the watermill is a living example of this interdependence between humans and nature, demonstrating the clever use of the natural power of water.
The Stones Turn Again
The restoration of the watermill took place as part of a long-term strategic commitment from the Society for the Protection of Prespa to help preserve cultural heritage and traditional ecological knowledge related to water management.
With the help of specialists and experts, the use of centuries-old knowledge, and the support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, the A.G. Leventis Foundation and PONT, our exemplary restoration of the watermill received a 2014 Europa Nostra Award.
For more information on the two phases of the restoration process, please see here and here.