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Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

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Visit our lab in the picturesque Melidoni Rethymno. Learn More & Shop Online ⤵ Tour from 10:00am to 18:00pm. Suitable for children. FREE ENTRANCE.

Together, we will explore the fascinating world of bees through a beekeeping journey in time and try our a products taking a full taste of Crete. We are an open to public laboratory for the production and packaging of honey. Visitors have the opportunity to take a tour by our guide and learn incredible information about bees and honey production. Also, in our space there is a collection of exhibi

ts of beekeeping tools of the past, to be compared with the new honey extraction means. The tour is completed with tasting and treats, while guests can get honey, if the wish from our store. There is also an outdoor cafe for those who want to enjoy a refreshing drink or traditional Cretan products with honey.

24/07/2026

🐝 The summer harvest season is underway at : A whole year’s hard work transforming into the promise of exceptional honey.

🍯 With us, you don't just see honey being made, you witness a family carrying forward a story rooted in Crete's soil and soul. Join our Crete Honey Tours and experience firsthand the journey from hive to jar.

✨ Discover more: Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

📍 Melidoni Village – Rethymno, Crete
🕒 Open daily 10:00 – 17:00

16/07/2026

That precious moment is almost here. The moment when the Christos and Konstantinos, the co-founders of the - enter the final stretch before harvest and know that sometimes tradition means rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty. With love, respect, and dedication, they prepare to gather not just honey, but the fruit of an entire year's care and anticipation ❣️🍯❣️

Feel the connection to nature, tradition, and the rich heritage of Cretan honey as vou take part in every step of the process 🍯🐝🌸

Discover the history of honey production and the world of bees at the Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours and become part of the Cretan legacy!

✨ Authentic countryside experience
✨ Suitable for families and curious travelers
✨ Educational

📍 Melidoni Village – Rethymno, Crete
🕒 Open daily 10:00 – 17:00

13/07/2026

🫒🐝🍯 When the nutritional value of virgin olive oil met the miraculous properties of beeswax, beeswax balm was created!

✨ Discover the world of bees at the Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours ❣️🍯❣️

📅 Hours: 10:00 – 17:00
🎟 Entry: Free
📍 Location: Melidoni - Rethymno, Crete
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03/07/2026

🌞 July is not just another month, it's the heart of summer for the bees, is the season when every apiary whispers its own personal story.
With care.
With knowledge.
In rhythm with the Cretan land.

🐝 This is how the honeys of are born
🍯 Authentic flavors, local tradition, unforgettable moments

📍 Melidoni Village – Rethymno, Crete
🕒 Open daily 10:00 – 17:00

24/06/2026

🐝 Discover the magic of nature with Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours and step into the heart of Crete's beekeeping tradition!

🍯 Join us for an unforgettable journey that brings you closer to nature and the secrets of premium Cretan Honey. Be one with nature, be one with Crete!

12/06/2026

🍯🇬🇷 At Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours, every corner tells a story of tradition, every step is a conversation with Greek heritage and every object a bridge between past and present.

🐝🏺 Among centuries-old beekeeping tools and traditional techniques, heritage becomes something you experience together and every guest becomes part of our story.

🍯🐝 Join a group that shares vour curiosity. Taste, learn, and enjoy this exceptional experience.that connects you directly with Crete's beekeeping heritaqe and flavors.

✨ Authentic countryside experience
✨ Suitable for families and curious travelers
✨ Educational

📅 Hours: 10:00 – 17:00
🎟 Entry: Free
📍 Location: Melidoni - Rethymno, Crete

07/06/2026

Back to the mountains where Crete reveals its more authentic rhythm. Feel the connection to nature, tradition, and the rich heritage of Cretan honey as vou take part in every step of the process 🍯🐝⛰️

Discover the history of honey production and the world of bees at the Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours and become part of the Cretan legacy!

📍 Melidoni Village – Rethymno, Crete
🕒 Open daily 10:00 – 17:00

31/05/2026

Bee pollen is often hailed as a superfood, packed with nutrients and health benefits 🐝🌸🐝🌼🐝

Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of bee pollen from the hive to your table.... Bees collect pollen from blooming plants, combine it with nectar, and form small pellets to transport back to the hive. These pellets serve as essential protein sources for bees, supporting brood development and overall hive health.

Harvesting bee pollen involves using a mechanical pollen trap placed at the hive entrance. As foraging bees pass through the trap's grid, the pellets are gently dislodged into a collection drawer. The pollen is collected then promptly cleaned and frozen to preserve its nutritional integrity.

Humans utilize bee pollen for its rich nutrient profile. Composed of proteins, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, bee pollen offers multiple ways to boost nutrition. It contains amino acids, essential fatty acids, and various vitamins such as B-complex vitamins and vitamin C.

Bee pollen's composition varies based on the flowers from which it is collected. This diversity in sources results in distinct colors and flavors, making each batch of bee pollen unique.

✨ Discover the world of bees at the Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

📅 Hours: 10:00 – 17:00
🎟 Entry: Free
📍 Location: Melidoni - Rethymno, Crete

25/05/2026

The Cretan land blesses us with its gifts, and we are forever grateful, quiet invitation to slow down and enjoy the beauty of the season with our bees 🐝🌸🐝

✨ Discover the world of bees at the Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours

📅 Hours: 10:00 – 17:00
🎟 Entry: Free
📍 Location: Melidoni - Rethymno, Crete

20/05/2026

Happy World Bee Day ❣️🐝❣️

A tribute to nature's harmony and an homage to the bees, creatures with an intricate, clever system that mirrors the sacred balance of life.
Together, let's protect these tiny wonders and secure our planet's future. 🌏🐝

Celebrate the bees with us at Apithano Honey Museum-Tasting & Tours and savor the priceless rewards of Cretan nature 🍯🐝🌼

📍 Melidoni Village – Rethymno, Crete
🕒 Open daily 10:00 – 17:00

Address

Melidoni
Réthimnon
74052

Opening Hours

Monday	10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 17:00
Thursday	10:00 - 17:00
Friday	10:00 - 17:00
Saturday	10:00 - 17:00

Website

http://www.apithano-meli.gr/

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