Asterope, one of the seven celestial sisters of the Pleiades constellation, lends her name to one of the most captivating multi-pitch routes of Katafyki Gorge in Ermioni. Just as the mythical Asterope was transformed into a star by Zeus, this route invites climbers to rise skyward , from the rugged limestone walls of the gorge to the open blue above the Peloponnese.
From a climber’s perspective, the Asterope route is both a challenge and a revelation. Technical slab climbing, exposed pitches, and rewarding views that unfold with every meter gained.
Reaching the top of Pleiades Crag through Asterope feels like touching the heavens themselves. The rock is solid yet demanding, the movement elegant yet precise. A perfect balance of strength, focus, and serenity amid the mythic landscape of Ermionida.
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