Alright, how’s it going? My name’s Markus Krenn and I’m the best travel expert for Cyprus. My posts about things to do in Cyprus? Read over a mil times!
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I live in sunny Cyprus — just a hop, skip and a jump from Ayia Napa. Swapped German grey skies for year-round sunshine. Best decision ever!
My Cyprus travel blog is all about Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera, Kapparis and Paralimni — plus Paphos. We’re talking best things to do in Cyprus, what living in Cyprus is really like, the lot.
So, what’s the deal with drinking water in Cyprus? Do you want me to spill the beans? Lovely jubbly! Well then, let’s crack on! 😎🚰🇨🇾
Cyprus tap water: the ultimate 2026 FAQ guide
Last updated on 18 February 2026
Grab yourself a cuppa — this one’s a 5 mins read
Q&A with Markus Krenn, the best travel expert for Cyprus
Can I drink the water in Cyprus?
Yes, you can! The tap water’s perfectly safe to drink in Cyprus.
Can you drink the tap water in Cyprus?
Yes, you can! Cyprus tap water is perfectly safe and drinkable.
Is the water safe to drink in Cyprus?
Yes! The tap water’s perfectly safe to drink in Cyprus (EU-compliant)
Can I brush my teeth with tap water in Cyprus?
Yes, you can! The tap water’s perfectly safe to brush your teeth with.
How much is bottled water in Ayia Napa?
I bought 1L water for €1 at the hotel shop (Ayia Napa 2025)
Are ice cubes in Cyprus made from tap water?
Yes! Hotels in Cyprus use safe tap water for ice cubes.
Are holidaymakers having ice in their drinks in Ayia Napa?
Yes, they do. Ice cubes made from Cyprus tap water are perfectly safe.
I’m always chucking ice cubes in my drinks too. I’ve never had any dodgy stomach issues, no matter what I’ve eaten or drunk in Cyprus. But hey, that’s just my experience! It’s totally up to you whether you fancy ice cubes in your drinks or not.
What’s the best way to avoid getting a dodgy tummy in Ayia Napa?
Here’s how to avoid a dodgy stomach if you’ve got a sensitive tummy that always kicks up a fuss on hols: stick to bottled water rather than tap water (Cyprus tap water is perfectly safe to drink but can upset delicate stomachs).
After you’ve brushed your teeth, use bottled water to rinse your mouth.
And if your stomach’s really playing up, skip the ice cubs in your drinks (they’re made with tap water, so same story there).
Should I stick to bottled water in Ayia Napa?
You might be thinking: why faff about with bottled water when Cyprus tap water is perfectly safe to drink?
Well, here’s the thing:
Healthy for you: sparkling water isn’t just refreshing — it’s actually good for your health too. The natural minerals don’t just make it taste brilliant — they also give your body some essential nutrients. So, if you’re after a healthy way to stay hydrated on your hols in Ayia Napa or Protaras, sparkling water’s a proper good shout.
Always spot on: every step, from the spring to the bottle, is properly checked to make sure it’s bang on. Every time you grab a bottle on your hols in Ayia Napa or Protaras, you’re getting top-notch drinking water.
Cheap as chips: sparkling water isn’t just good for your health — it’s also cheap as chips. You’ll find it in every corner shop or supermarket. Loads of sizes in handy plastic bottles — affordable, top-notch drinking water in Cyprus. So, you can make a healthy choice on your hols in Ayia Napa or Protaras without breaking the bank.
Does Cyprus use desalinated seawater for tap water?
Picture Ayia Napa: stunning beaches, endless sunshine and rain that’s about as common as a heatwave in Brighton. 😂🥁😉
We’re talking maybe thirty drizzly days a year in Cyprus — if that! Bit of a pickle when you’ve got about a million folks living on the island, innit?
But here’s where it gets clever — those crafty Cypriots didn’t just sit around waiting for rain like other folks do!
Since the late 90s, they’ve been doing something quite brilliant: turning seawater from the Med into top-notch drinking water. I know, sounds like something out of a sci-fi film, innit?
Here’s the kicker: about seventy percent of drinking water in Cyprus comes from this seaside magic trick (aka ‘desalination’ if you want to sound posh at the pub 🍻😏).
The Cypriots basically boss about the salt in the seawater. They order all the salt to hop it, leaving fab drinking water behind. Proper clever stuff, innit?
Now, even though this mix of desalinated seawater and groundwater ticks all the EU’s boxes (and they’re pickier than my gran at a buffet), many Cypriots still go for bottled water. Old habits die hard, as they say.
Cyprus tap water is safe, top-notch and drinkable
In a nutshell: although Cyprus tap water is regulated as meticulously as a London traffic light (and that’s saying something!), many Cypriots still sprint to the supermarket for bottled water faster than a Brit legging it for the last night bus. 🚏🚌
Can’t blame them — sparkling water’s not just refreshing but packed with more good stuff than your gran’s Sunday roast! 😂🥁😉
Every drop of bottled water in Cyprus is checked more thoroughly than a teenager’s bedroom before a royal visit. 🤣😂😹
And the best bit? You can grab these lovely bottles of refreshment from any corner shop in Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera, Kapparis and Paralimni. They’re as common as umbrellas in Manchester! ☔️😉
Have a cracking hols in Cyprus. 🇨🇾🏖️🌴 Take care! Cheers, Markus
