Kroustas is one of the most picturesque and authentic mountain settlements in the Lasithi prefecture, built in a privileged location offering panoramic views of the Mirabello Bay.

The village preserves its traditional character intact, with the residents' daily life inextricably linked to animal husbandry and the production of exquisite local products, such as the famous traditional kefalotyri cheese and local honey.

The most noteworthy feature to see in Kroustas is the Kroustas Forest, a significant green lung with rich flora and fauna, ideal for hikers and nature lovers. Also of great interest is the View of Bay of Mirabello, a viewpoint east of the settlement that allows visitors to enjoy the vastness of the sea from an altitude. The area also holds great historical value, as archaeological remains of ancient farmhouses (Minoan and Late Minoan periods) have been identified, testifying to the long-standing habitation of this land.

A tour of Kroustas reveals a place of peace, where visitors can wander through narrow alleys and experience true Cretan hospitality. Due to its strategic location on the Agios Nikolaos-Prina provincial road, the settlement is an ideal stop for those heading towards Theologos or the Lasithi hinterland, offering an authentic experience of mountain life overlooking the Aegean.