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Naxos: Filoti – Cave and Mount Zas Summit

An ascent to the highest summit in the Cyclades, first on a rocky path to the cave and then across open slopes. The summit takes the full meltemi and visibility can change quickly.

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An ascent to the highest summit in the Cyclades, first on a rocky path to the cave and then across open slopes. The summit takes the full meltemi and visibility can change quickly.

Distanceabout 8–10 km return

Elevationroughly 400–1,004 m

DifficultyModerate to demanding, rocky

Duration4–5 hours

Wind exposureVery high on the upper section

ShadeAlmost none

AccessFrom Filoti or Aria spring

Best timeSunrise to 10:30

Points that need attention

Loose rock, almost no shade and very strong summit gusts. Stay away from steep edges in strong wind or low cloud.

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