Asterousia Farm: Where agriculture meets ecology – Pure products and a nature escape

Guided by a love for nature and sustainable agriculture, at "Asterousia" farm, located in Pyrgos Monofatsiou, a village in the municipality of Archanes-Asterousia, you'll discover unique experiences tailored for visitors, students, couples, and more.

At "Asterousia" farm, agriculture is intertwined with ecology, prioritizing quality and biodiversity. The farm cultivates endemic plants of Crete and produces pure, dried products from seeds in chemical-free soil.

Visitors can engage in various agricultural activities focused on agroecology, sustainability, and organic Cretan gastronomy. Specifically, these experiences include information sessions on the sustainable methods used at the farm, seed conservation, and agroecology. Following this, activities are offered depending on the season, such as planting seeds or plants/trees, weeding, and harvesting herbs.

The experience continues with a group cooking class using organic products and ingredients from the farm. The day concludes with a meal at the farm's tavern, a favorite among locals.