- Region
- Sitia, Lasithi
- Distance
- 35 km from Sitia, 48 km from Agios Nikolaos
- Beaches
- Small village beach, Limenaria
- Sight
- Minoan islet 150 m offshore
The village
A paved road drops from the main road through Sfaka to the water. Mochlos has a few streets, rooms and a row of seafood tavernas facing the islet: the reason most people come.
Beaches
The small village beach is sand and rock. Limenaria, about 400 m west near the harbour, is more sheltered. The coast is often windy; strong swimmers sometimes cross to the islet on calm days.
Minoan Mochlos
The islet was joined to the mainland in Minoan times and held an important settlement and cemetery. The excavated remains are visible from the village.
Nearby
The islet of Psira, another Minoan site, is 3.6 km offshore. In Myrsini, nearby, a Venetian tower is associated with the Kornaros family.
Questions before you go
Can you swim to Mochlos islet?
Strong swimmers do on calm days; it is about 150 m. Watch for boats and currents.
Is Mochlos good for a stay?
Yes, for a quiet base with tavernas and small beaches.
How far is Mochlos from Sitia?
About 35 km.
