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Taygetos: Magganiari – Profitis Ilias

A long mountain ascent from forest to Taygetos' pyramid-shaped summit. Above the refuge the terrain becomes rocky, route finding needs care and the trail is fully exposed.

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A long mountain ascent from forest to Taygetos' pyramid-shaped summit. Above the refuge the terrain becomes rocky, route finding needs care and the trail is fully exposed.

Distanceabout 13–15 km return

Elevationroughly 1,550–2,407 m

DifficultyVery demanding mountain route

Duration7–9 hours

Wind exposureVery high on the summit ridge

ShadeGood low down, none on the alpine section

AccessForest road to Magganiari; check its condition

Best timeBefore sunrise for a summer ascent

Points that need attention

Fog, strong wind, lightning and snow can transform the difficulty. Appropriate mountain experience and navigation are essential outside settled summer conditions.

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