Voie sportive 6a (80 m, 2 longueurs) — dalle régulière, exposée et fluide sur un calcaire parfait.
Classic 200 m route with beautiful dihedrals, solid natural protection, and a clean, consistent line.
Technical Details
Length (m)
200.00
Pitches
4
Bolts
1
Belays
3
Rings
0
Description
“Good Rope Partner” was opened solo in 1980 by D. Korres.
The route lies between “Stimulation” and “Thaleia,” at the end of the first section of the metal path that starts from the climbing information kiosk.
Pitch 1 (55 m, IV+):
Starts on broken rock to reach the base of the main dihedral. Follow the dihedral through two small roofs, and build a belay (using nuts) on a small ledge to the right, just past a small dead tree. Two old pitons are found along this pitch. It’s possible to bypass the second roof by traversing right after the first roof, reaching a large through-hole with old slings. With 50 m ropes, an intermediate belay can be made at the base of the dihedral.
Pitch 2 (40 m):
Climb a small dihedral above the belay to a large horizontal ledge, which traverses rightward to a big tree. From here, move into a positive dihedral to the left (piton with ring) for 10 m, then exit onto a horizontal ledge to the left. Build the belay with nuts in the crack above the wedged friend.
Pitch 3 (55 m):
Continue up and left across a grassy slab with good holds and many natural placements, reaching a vegetated ramp. Traverse left for 5–7 m until the terrain eases, then climb up to a large ledge. Build a belay with nuts in a crack next to the old belay (two rusty pitons).
Pitch 4 (50 m):
Traverse right to enter a dihedral with two trees — pass the first on the left and the second on the right, then continue into easier ground. Belay on a tree with a sling, or wherever convenient.
The route offers excellent opportunities for natural protection and has four solid belay stations.
For a repeat ascent, bring a full set of nuts and a set of friends up to Camalot #3.
Descent:
From the top, climb 50 m up and right until you reach red markings that lead down and right to the rappels of “Pyrgos” or “Kalidonische Pfeiler” (approx. 20–30 min). Two 55 m rappels bring you back to the base.
The route lies between “Stimulation” and “Thaleia,” at the end of the first section of the metal path that starts from the climbing information kiosk.
Pitch 1 (55 m, IV+):
Starts on broken rock to reach the base of the main dihedral. Follow the dihedral through two small roofs, and build a belay (using nuts) on a small ledge to the right, just past a small dead tree. Two old pitons are found along this pitch. It’s possible to bypass the second roof by traversing right after the first roof, reaching a large through-hole with old slings. With 50 m ropes, an intermediate belay can be made at the base of the dihedral.
Pitch 2 (40 m):
Climb a small dihedral above the belay to a large horizontal ledge, which traverses rightward to a big tree. From here, move into a positive dihedral to the left (piton with ring) for 10 m, then exit onto a horizontal ledge to the left. Build the belay with nuts in the crack above the wedged friend.
Pitch 3 (55 m):
Continue up and left across a grassy slab with good holds and many natural placements, reaching a vegetated ramp. Traverse left for 5–7 m until the terrain eases, then climb up to a large ledge. Build a belay with nuts in a crack next to the old belay (two rusty pitons).
Pitch 4 (50 m):
Traverse right to enter a dihedral with two trees — pass the first on the left and the second on the right, then continue into easier ground. Belay on a tree with a sling, or wherever convenient.
The route offers excellent opportunities for natural protection and has four solid belay stations.
For a repeat ascent, bring a full set of nuts and a set of friends up to Camalot #3.
Descent:
From the top, climb 50 m up and right until you reach red markings that lead down and right to the rappels of “Pyrgos” or “Kalidonische Pfeiler” (approx. 20–30 min). Two 55 m rappels bring you back to the base.
Access
About 25–35 minutes from the information kiosk, at the end of the first section of the metal path, between “Stimulation” and “Thaleia.”
Approach time: 35 minutes
Recommended Equipment
Full set of nuts
Full set of friends (up to Camalot #3)
Slings
Two 60 m ropes
Helmet
Full set of friends (up to Camalot #3)
Slings
Two 60 m ropes
Helmet
