This summit is also in the Dikti mountains. Rock climbing routes in that specific area do not exist up to now except of one snow/ mixed route, which is difficultlt and dangerous to access. The scenery is magnificent. To get there you must follow the E4 path from Lasithi plateau to Dikti.
Name of route: North gully (center, see the picture above)
First climb: Spinthakis G & F
Difficulty: III rock climbing, 40-50 up to 70(for ten meters) degrees
Expansion: 900 from the beginning of the route
Quality of rock and ice: Depends from the weather
Permanent securities (bolts etc.): None
Spot of beginning and access: The approach is very difficult, very long and dangerous. Traverse on 35 - 40 degree slopes and downclimb until inside the gully. From there we have to ascent only 900 meters! Before the exit you can follow two or three different gullies which are from 60-70 degrees with some mixed ground.
Equipment: Full winter climbing equipment
Return: From E4 path with direction to Limnakaro plateau
Commentary: Due to its long approach it is recommended to set up a camp overnight and climb the route the next morning. One must be extremely fast to make the access, the route and return in one day
Best season: Usually February - March, depending on the weather.
