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SNAIL FARM

Snail Farm and Fun is located on the island of Crete, about 20 minutes from Heraklion, near the village of Tylissos in a rural hillside area surrounded by olive groves.

It is a small family-run agricultural farm founded in 2008, focused on breeding the local edible snail species Helix aspersa Müller. The farm was created as a working agricultural project combined with educational tourism, allowing visitors to learn how snails are raised and how traditional Cretan farming works.

The place is known for its hands-on guided tours, where guests can see the full snail life cycle, learn about olive cultivation, and experience everyday rural life in Crete. Visitors also interact with small farm animals such as chickens, and learn how local products like olives are produced. The experience is informal and highly interactive, often hosted directly by the owners.

Today, Snail Farm and Fun operates as an agro-tourism attraction. It is especially popular with families and travelers looking for authentic, small-scale local experiences outside typical tourist routes. The visit usually includes a guided tour, time in the garden area, and informal conversations about Cretan culture and farming life.

The prices depend on your location and the number of people.