The Climbing Capital of Greece
Leonidio, Peloponnesus
At the foot of powerful red rock mountains along the Arcadian coast, lies the idyllic nautical town of Leonidio. This charming town attracts visitors all year around for it's neoclassic architecture, pristine beaches, world class rock climbing and organic delicious food. In the heat of the summer, the beach bars are full of Athenians who head south to their holiday homes. The winter season includes another peak of tourism for the active traveler who wants to indulge in climbing, hiking, and the simple luxuries of village life.
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The cliffs of Leonidio offer more than 1,000 climbing routes across a wealth of grade. The crags surrounding the hillside are enjoyable and varied: tufa columns, smooth crimpy walls, caves with stalactites, grey balancy walls. The red rock above the town acts like a natural shield protecting from bad weather, resulting in an entire winter season of peak rock climbing.
Hey there!
I'm Georgia, your host
From a young age, I have lived between two very different cultures. My family roots are deeply tied to the quaint town of Leonidio, while my upbringing was in the melting pot of New York City. My cross cultural childhood allowed me to build the bridge between international climbers and local Greek life. An architect by trade, I have spent the past decade traveling the world, embracing expat life, and creating a community everywhere I go. Nowadays, I live between Athens and Leonidio finding innovative ways to expand active tourism while protecting the authenticity of village life. It is an honor to welcome you to my village and create this multi-faceted trip.
I'm Kostas, your coach
I fell in love with rock climbing at the age of 16, and it has been integral part of my life ever since. As a certified coach, its been a dream come true turning my passion into a career training top Greek competitive athletes and outdoor climbers. I feel lucky to now call Leonidio my home where you will most likely find me at the crags until the sun goes down. As the climbing community continues to grow, this idyllic town has become a sought after destination buzzing with energy during the winter season. I take pride and care training climbers of all levels with patience and knowledge. Never been climbing before? No problem! Get ready to explore a variety of sectors, enjoy spectacular views and have lots of fun.