Seeing this tree was one of the highlights of our trip to Crete! This magnificent tree is between 3000-5000 years old and is amazingly still fruiting. Olive branches have been cut from the tree and given to the marathon winners since the Athens Games in 2004 and it was really neat to be able to see this little part of Olympic history as well. There's a nice little shop that houses the small museum and they sell drinks, snacks, and olive oil. It's a great stop if you're close by and I would 100% recommend it for anyone visiting this area of Crete!

This olive tree was already over one thousand years old when Columbus started his first journey across the Atlantic, so it's nice to visit it if you're in Crete. The overall experience was above my expectations, not only because of the ancient olive tree, but also because of the tranquility and beauty of the entire scenery. Visiting the tiny museum dedicated to the ancient olive tree was also a pleasant experience, as well as the relaxing time we've spent on the vine shady terrace of the nearby cafeteria over a pint of cold local beer and some snacks.

The Olive Tree Museum of Vouves is located next to the Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves in the settlement of Pano Vouves. The museum is housed in a traditional building and was donated to the Municipality by the family of Panagiotis Karapatakis who used it as his residence. Entrance fee 1,- Euro. Just a very small museum but ‚nice to visit‘ if you stay there for the old tree.

TJEK RUTEN. Epar.od.polmar is the best route. UNDGÅ Roar.od.polemaremarchiou. Really cozy and nice place which is a good break. Delicious ice cream and sweet owner