The mill utilizes the kinetic energy of water flowing from the springs of Mount Ipsario to power its grindstones.
The machinery inside the mill is largely original, dating back to the facility's founding in 1915.
The village of Panagia, where the mill is located, is named after the Church of Panagia, a site of significant local religious history.
The production process on-site follows traditional cold-pressing techniques that prioritize oil quality over high-volume extraction.
Sotirelis Olive Oil Mills, established in 1915, is a traditional olive oil production site located in the village of Panagia on the island of Thassos. The mill remains unique for its functional use of a water-powered millstone system to crush olives, a method preserved from its early 20th-century origins. Visitors can observe the authentic machinery used throughout the original production process. The site functions as both a working mill and a museum space showcasing the history of Thassian olive cultivation. Visitors can taste and purchase various olive oil products and derivatives directly on-site. The facility is family-run and represents one of the few surviving examples of hydraulic-powered olive milling in the region.
Beside the large, circular stone millstones in the main processing room.
Combine your visit with a walk through the narrow, stone-paved streets of Panagia village.
Ask the staff about the seasonal production cycle to understand when the water-powered system is actively running.
Sample the different infused olive oils available at the tasting counter before purchasing.
Do not attempt to touch the machinery or moving parts, as some elements remain heavy and historically sensitive.
Operations can fluctuate based on the local olive harvest season; usually open daily throughout the tourism season.
