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Summary

Evolving limestone crag at the eastern coast of the Peloponnes. Some call it the "new" Kalymnos and it definitely has the potential. Currently there are over 1000 routes and there are more every day.

Description

Leonidio offers everything, from crimpy routes, to overhanging tufa climbing in all grade ranges, single pitch and multi-pitch. Due to the southward orientation of most sectors it is an excellent winter climbing destination. Relax in the small village or enjoy the sea on your rest days. See also http://climbinleonidio.com for latest updates.

Approach

Leonidio is located about 200 kilometers from Athens. It is a 3 hour drive from Athens and 1 hour drive from Nafplio.

Where to stay

Plenty of guest houses and small hotels in and around Leonidio. For camping check out Camping Semeli.

History

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Initial development had started in 1987 but then it got quiet in Leonidio. The bulk of the development started in 2008 and is still on-going.

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Areas

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Name
Style
Routes
Ticks
Height
Grades
1
Elona Area Crag
 All Sport climbing
305
96
24m
2
Hairpin Turns Crag
 All Sport climbing
70
44
25m
3
Kokkinovrachos / Red Cliff Crag
 Mostly Sport climbing
244
89
40m
4
Lakkos Crag
 All Sport climbing
161
73
22m
5
Saint Nicolas Area Crag
 All Sport climbing
32
11
31m

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