Olive Museum of Pelion

Pelion Peninsula


Set in an old stone mansion, very near Ano Gatzea’s station on the To Trenaki train line, this inviting little spot is dedicated to the olive and its oil. It has detailed displays of picking tools and ladders, presses and storage vessels, plus a small shop.


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