Olympia Shipwreck
Ναυάγιο Ολυμπία
A rusting cargo ship that ran aground in Levrossos Bay in 1980, and the island's most famous photo spot thanks to the opening scene of The Big Blue.
The Olympia is a cargo ship that ran aground in 1980 in Levrossos Bay at the island's southwest end. Its hull lies tilted in the shallows, and the rust-red metal contrasts sharply with the bright blue sea. The opening scene of The Big Blue, in which the hero dives as a child, was filmed here. You can take photos from the higher ground by the road or walk down the path to the shore for a closer look. The hull is badly corroded, climbing on it is forbidden, and there are sharp wreck remains underwater nearby, so swimming alongside is not recommended. Entry is free. It is located near Karani/Kalotaritissa Beach, about 20 km from Katapola, and can be reached by car or by summer bus.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kalotaritissa Beach
- Tower of Agia Triada
- Mouros Beach
- Ancient Minoa
- Katapola
- Monastery of Agios Georgios Valsamitis
- Chora
- Agia Anna Beach