Episkopi

Episkopi’s steep and imposing rocks are the home of hard sport climbing in Cyprus, and a must-visit if you’re looking for a challenge. With impressive lines and excellent rock quality, there are options for vertical and crimpy or steep and athletic. The crag is quite literally nestled within the village, yet retains a secluded atmosphere. It’s also worth walking along the upper rocks, which have yet to be developed, and visiting the local coffee shop.

Conditions

The overhanging section of the crag remains dry in light rain; however, after heavy rains, many lines will seep. The sector stays mainly in the shade, making climbing possible year-round, but it may be slippery in the hottest months of July and August.

In 2014, Episkopi was developed out of a need for harder climbs for the growing Cypriot climbing community. The initial development, and a significant amount of cleaning, was led by Kyriakos Rossidis with the help of Andreas Parparinos and Nikolas Patsalos. Development expanded with the addition of Stefanos Papadopoulos to the scene, who returned from his studies in Greece determined to push hard sport climbing in Cyprus.