Kalymnos has established as one of the most important climbing destinations in the world. This is due the fine quality of rocks, easy access and roads that lead to climbing areas, as and the mild weather conditions all year around.
There are 43 organized climbing areas in the island right now. All of them are fully organized and safe, while the limestones are of unique beauty and fine quality. Alterations of huge vertical stones in roofs with stalactites are breath taking. While the imposing caves with an extraordinary view to the sea, enchant every visitor and especially the lovers of climbing.
The quality of 550 routes offers numerous possibilities for high emotions and new experiences.
Levels of difficulty start with training routes from 4c and reach up to 9c for experienced climbers.
But only 6% of the hilly feature have been utilized. Still this small percentage of rocks offers many possibilities for the opening of new routes. For a more valid information of visitors, the municipality of Kalymnos has created a service and informing office under the most famous area of Kalymnos, Odyssey (contact phone number 22430 59445).