Wied il-Mielaħ — Attraction in Għasri

A Serene Natural Wonder – Wied il-Mielaħ Window, Gozo

Nestled on Gozo’s north-western coast, Wied il-Mielaħ Window is a hidden gem that offers a peaceful alternative to the island’s more well-known landmarks, like the Azure Window. This stunning natural limestone arch is accessible via a narrow staircase that leads directly to the water’s edge, where you can appreciate the sheer scale and beauty of the arch up close.

The surrounding area is equally picturesque, with high cliffs and deep blue waters creating a perfect backdrop for photography and quiet contemplation. The walk to the window is relatively easy, though the uneven terrain and occasional debris require some caution. For those looking for a more immersive experience, the valley leading to the arch is home to scenic walking routes, such as the Gozo Loop, which offers breathtaking views of both the coastline and the arch itself.

For the best experience, visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and catch the soft, golden light of sunrise or sunset bathing the arch in a magical glow.

Wied il-Mielaħ Window is a true testament to Gozo’s natural beauty, offering a tranquil escape for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking to experience the island's less commercialised side. It’s definitely worth the visit for those looking to explore Gozo’s...

The Wied il-Mielaħ Window (Maltese: it-Tieqa ta' Wied il-Mielaħ) is a limestone natural arch on the north-western coast of the island of Gozo in Malta. It is located at the end of the valley Wied il-Mielaħ north of the village of Għarb. This natural arch is less well-known than the Azure Window, which collapsed in March 2017 following a heavy storm.1

The Wied il-Mielaħ Window is at the end of the Wied il-Mielaħ Valley and is, unlike the more known Azure Window, on the west coast of Gozo.[3] The road from Għarb leads directly to the coast; parking is available on the plateau on natural ground. Directly at the end of the valley, parallel to the old river bed, there is a narrow staircase along the rock to just before the window, almost to the water. Since the ceiling of the window is still thick, you can still enter the window above.

The north coast from Gozo to the Xwejni Bay is characterized by a plateau, with steep cliffs, which slope down into the sea, where there are many caves. On the plateau, artificial salt pans were used to extract salt from the seawater by evaporation. The hinterland rises slowly here, there is Għarb and the lighthouse...

Beautiful! Haven't got a chance to see Azure Window when it was still above the ground, but I think Wied il-Mielah is a nice "replacement". It's amazing, the view made me breathtakingly calm ❤️ You can make a lunch break there as well! ☀️☺️☀️

I recommend walking in Gozo, in general, but especially to this place. It's nice to go with the bus to Zebbug and from there walk to Wied il-Gharsi (amazing) and then to wied il-mielah and from there to Gharb or San Lawrenz to take a bus back. And for those who really like to walk It's nice to go from wied il-mielah to the "sunsets cliffs" (probably through Gharb) most beautiful spot and by the cliffs It's a nice walk down to Dwejra Bay, but this route is for Island explorers, highly recommended for everyone tho. Cheers, see you at the cliffs 💃

(Video is from a really windy day, don't...