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German Scientists Visit Cretan Olive Oil Producer

Tuesday, 30 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Three German scientists recently traveled to the Messara Plain in central Crete to visit the Famelia Asterousion, a local olive oil producer based in the Asterousia mountain region. Their trip was motivated by a strong interest in high-quality Cretan olive oil and a desire to see production firsthand. The Messara Plain is one of the largest agricultural plains in Crete and a key area for olive cultivation on the island. For visitors interested in agritourism, the Asterousia area south of Heraklion offers opportunities to explore traditional olive oil production and learn about Cretan agricultural heritage. The region is accessible by car from Heraklion in under an hour. Visits to local producers often include tastings and can be arranged directly or through regional tourism offices in Heraklion.

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