Lyrakis Family is a family olive-oil producer in Sissi, Lasithi, offering olive-oil tours that connect a historic 1887 stone mill with modern production, guided tastings, and products to buy after the visit. It is farther from Heraklion than the closest Archanes and Peza stops, but it is a strong east-Crete day-trip option for visitors who want a historic mill and tasting experience.
Quick facts
- Best for: Historic mill tour on the Heraklion-to-Lasithi corridor, Olive-oil tasting with products to buy after the visit
- Known for: Historic 1887 stone mill, modern olive-oil production, guided tastings, food pairings, and an on-site shop.
- Phone: +30 28410 89870
- Email: [email protected]
Why it ranks
Lyrakis Family ranks here because its official pages verify a visitable historic mill, a modern production context, tasting sessions, and direct product buying. It is best treated as an east-of-Heraklion olive-oil day trip rather than a quick city stop.
Location and links
- Address: Sissi, Lasithi, Crete 72400, Greece
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Service area and category
- City: Sissi
- Region: Crete
- Country: Greece
- Service area: Sissi, Malia, Lasithi, and east Crete day trips from Heraklion
- Category: Olive mill and olive oil tasting experience
Editorial summary
Lyrakis Family is a family olive-oil producer in Sissi, Lasithi, offering olive-oil tours that connect a historic 1887 stone mill with modern production, guided tastings, and products to buy after the visit. It is farther from Heraklion than the closest Archanes and Peza stops, but it is a strong east-Crete day-trip option for visitors who want a historic mill and tasting experience.