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Winter ascent to the shelter of Petrostrougas (1940m) on Jan. 7

Activity ID : 3106
Moderate
9 hours 30 minutes
Jan - Mar, Dec
Minimum participation limit 14 years
English, Greek
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Activity Description

Built in a beautiful forest of beeches and centuries-old robola, the shelter of Petrostrouga on Olympus, offers wonderful views everywhere, to the mountain and the towering snow-capped peaks from one to the sea and the endless blue that stretches at the foot of the mythical mountain!

The ascent is made by a very well-paved path and the route is of moderate difficulty (depending on the height of the snow), but ideal for an introduction to hiking in a snowy field.

Most of the trail is located in a dense beech forest, while from the aqueduct and after the beech forest it is replaced by centuries-old robola.

The program Winter climb to the shelter Petrostrougas (1940m) is addressed to:

  • to those who want to experience the mountain of the gods in winter from a beautiful alternative route
  • to those who want to take their first steps in the winter mountain and introduction to the use of winter equipment (crampons)
  • to those who want to enjoy a different excursion to Olympus safely

The driver / escort of the program reserves the discretion to modify the program for safety reasons, reasons for non-compliance with the schedule or non-compliance with the climbing rules by the participants.

  • Level of difficulty: Moderate to difficult (difficulty varies depending on the amount of snow and weather conditions)
  • Meeting point: Central Square of Litochoro
  • Starting point: Gortsia (1100m)
  • Finishing point: Petrostougas (1940m)
  • Total course duration: 7-8 hours (The time also depends on the snow cover.)
  • Altitude difference: 900m

Itinerary

  • 07:30 am - Meeting at our Base in Litochoro for acquaintance and organization of equipment and backpacks.
  • 08:00 am - Departure for Gortsia (1100m) where we will park and start our hike.
  • 08:30 am - Departure from Gortsia to Petrostrouga via the well-preserved path (approximately 4-5 hours)
  • 12:00 pm - Arrival at the Petrostuga Shelter and free time for food or coffee.
  • 13:30 pm - Return from the same path to Gortsia (2.5-3 hours) after a day full of Olympus.
  • 17:00 pm - Arrival in Litochoro end of the activity.

Conditions for participation

  • Good physical condition and mental health.
  • Over 18 years old in a different case accompanied by a parent.
  • Appetite and mood for hiking in the mountain of the gods.


Included

• Professional mountain guide
• Tea or coffee in the shelter
• All transfers from Litochoro-Gortsia and back
• Liability insurance
• All taxes

Not included

• Refreshments, drinks, food at the shelter,
• Equipment (crampons-gaiters-backpack),
• Anything not mentioned above

Do nοt forget

• Waterproof hiking boots
• 20 liter hiking backpack
• Waterproof jacket and pants
• Isothermal clothes or proverbs
• Gaiters
• Gloves - hat - scarf
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• A fleece or sweatshirt
• Hiking sticks, if any
• Water about 1.5 liters
Cancellation policy

Cancellation policy

 

  • Cancellation 7 days or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
  • Cancellation between 3 and 7 days prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement.
  • Cancellation 3 days or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected.

 

* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.


  •  Many activities are based on the weather, so it is recommended that you contact the company before the activity.
  • It is a good idea to be at the meeting point on time, before the scheduled start time.
  • After your reservation it is enough to give your details to the cooperating company so that you can carry out your activity. However, it is recommended that you have the booking confirmed in digital or printed form.
  • Read the benefits of the activity carefully to avoid possible extra charges from additional optional services.
  • Read the cancellation policy carefully before booking.

Location

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Meeting Point

Region: Litochoro, Pieria

Address: 28is Oktovriou 3, Litochoro 602 00

Point of activity

Region: Litochoro, Pieria

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