About
Mikri Vigla (Greek: Μικρή Βίγλα, "little lookout") is a small village on the Greek island of Naxos famed for its nearby beaches. It is located about 18 km (11 mi) south of the city of Naxos. Its popular nearby beaches include Parthena, located to the north and 600 meters (1800 ft) long, and Limanaki, to the west that goes on for 3200 meters (10,500 ft) till Kastraki village.
On the island
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Olive Mill Tasting & Cafe Kaloxilos
Ergostasio in Kaloxylos is the old olive press of Markos Vallindras; the site traces it to a hand press set up in 1880. Visitors are shown how olive oil was made there a century ago, and the building also holds a historic electricity generator.
Eggares Olive Oil Museum
The Eggares Olive Oil Museum is located in the village of Eggares, about 7 km from Naxos Town. Housed in a restored traditional olive press, the museum showcases the history of olive oil production on Naxos, with original stone mills, wooden presses, and tools dating back centuries. Visitors can learn about traditional pressing techniques and sample local olive oil products.
Olive Mill
Museum
Back to the Roots Naxos
Back to the Roots offers hikes and farm visits on Naxos, including an old olive grove and time with their donkeys. They also run seasonal events around local work and outdoor life.