Vathypetro in Archanes
| Distance | 4km south of Archanes |
|---|---|
| Open to the public: | 08:00 - 15:00 daily except Tuesdays |
| Entrance fee: | Free Admission |
| Toilet Facilities: | Not Available |
| Café: | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi: | Not Available |
| Parking space: | Available for all types of vehicles |
| Facilities for people with disabilities: | Not Available |
| Supervised by: | Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports |
| Access & walking difficulty: | Difficulty rating, 2 |
Vathypetro 4km south of the village of Archanes at an altitude of 555 meters, Greek archaeologists have brought to light a Minoan rural villa of the 16th century b.C. Similar to the Minoan palaces although much smaller, it was probably the residence of a local ruler. Among the most important finds are an olive-press, some big clay jars and a unique wine-press still “in situ” at the south wing of the villa.
