No special access issues
No special access issues currently for the described crags within this topo, however the area is in very close proximity to the village (actually is next to village houses) and therefore practising common sense and good behaviour is paramount to maintain the access to the existing sectors. On top of that, the massive undeveloped Upper tier sector is currently out of bounds as it is regarded by local authorities of special environmental importance due to the nesting of certain bird species, therefore the local climbing community is on an ongoing effort to navigate this and discuss the options available for developing this crag under certain conditions (see below).
Access to Upper Tier (undeveloped):
Massive crag but not developed yet. Some trad routes were established many years ago mainly on the left side of the crag and an amazing line following the most prominent feature on the wall, a cracked dihedral in the middle of the crag. On top of the trad lines, two new sport routes were recently bolted on the right side of the crag. Climbing or bolting at this cliff is unfortunately prohibited at the moment but the climbing community is trying to earn the trust of the authorities and to show that climbers and nature can co-exist in harmony, hoping to allow access under certain rules that protect nesting bird periods. This means that the below Code of Conduct at the rest of the sectors is even more important to be able to demonstrate this:
Code of Conduct
An informal ‘’code of conduct’’ is suggested below.
Environment: Be thoughtful about your presence and minimize your impact. The inadequate monitoring and enforcement of environmental legislation in Cyprus leaves ecosystems vulnerable to individuals’ behavior.
Toilets: Try to use your home toilet or the public toilet in the center of the village before hitting the crag. If nature calls while in the crag choose a location as far away from the crag as possible. Bury your waste and take all the paper with you. Do not bury toilet paper since animals can dig and expose it. Contrary to popular belief, toilet paper does not disintegrate easily.
Personal Responsibility: Accept the risk of climbing and take full responsibility for your actions.
Respect: Be aware of the people in your vicinity and act respectfully to other climbers and locals. Refrain from playing loud music in the crags.
Litter: Take your litter with you (that includes your cigarette butts) and if possible collect some more from the already heavily littered crag.