Thiorychia Sulphur Mines
Θειωρυχεία
An abandoned sulfur mining area on the southeast coast. Rusting ore carts, works buildings and yellow sulfur cliffs surround a small bay, with a strong sense of ruin.
The sulfur mine closed in the mid-20th century, leaving behind workers’ dormitories, mine galleries, conveyor structures and a lovely small beach. You can reach it on foot in about 1 hour along a dirt track from the direction of Paliochori, or approach from the sea by boat. Off-road vehicles can drive close, but the road is poor. The ruined buildings risk collapse, so do not enter the galleries. There are no facilities at all, so bring plenty of drinking water and sun protection.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Paliochori Beach
- Agia Kyriaki Beach
- Pollonia
- Papafragas
- Phylakopi
- Tsigrado Beach
- Firiplaka Beach
- Glaronisia