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Natural Monuments

Ancient Olive Tree of Kavousi

Natural Monuments

Ancient Olive Tree of Kavousi

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Ancient Olive Tree of Kavousi

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Location: Lasithi, Greece

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May 17, 2025

Hiking

A lovely stop on a hike – the tree is located just above Kavousi and can be reached in about 20-30 minutes, depending on the route and walking pace.

Impressive trunk girth 😳 and an incredible age.

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June 9, 2018

Hiking

The olive tree of Kavousi was classified as monumental by the Association of Olive Oil Producing Communities of Crete (SEDIK). The classification is based on the extreme size of its tribe and its proximity to the ancient sites "Vrontas", "Kastro" and "Azoria". In these sites, which date back to Late Minoan IIIC (1200-1100 BC) and the archaic era (1350-500 BC), many objects were found that suggest the production of olive oil.

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May 1, 2019

Hiking

Old and knotty. The tree is fenced to prevent damage. As a stopover on hike well suited.

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Ancient Olive Tree of Kavousi – Mountain Path in Crete loop from Community of Kavousi

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Mountain Path in Crete – Ancient Olive Tree of Kavousi loop from Community of Kavousi

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Elevation 260 m

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Location: Lasithi, Greece

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