Spilios Agapitos | Berghütte A

The path from Spilios Agapitos, first thing in the morning, can seem tiring, as it zig-zags up the main E4 behind the refuge to follow the Chondro Mesorrachi ridge up to Skala. The first part of the path has some tree cover, and passes through some lovely landscape with fabulous views. As the altitude increases, and the lack of oxygen prevents trees from growing, the path opens out. This forms a zig-zagging path that reaches a benched vantage point, just before the Zonaria fork in the path (on the right at 2480m). Here you can take a well deserved break.

The next section can be gruelling (especially depending on the weather), so be warned to take plenty of water, and protect yourself against UV affects at altitude. After the respite, the path turns to loose gravel and climbs steadily for over 1 km to Skala (the first peak you will reach on this path, at 2866m). This is in fact the most tiring part of the path, and it is advised to rest at points on the ascent. Also, note that due to the geographic formation of the gorge inside the summit of the peaks, very cold winds can blow here and so even on sunny days, it is advised to take smoothing to cover yourself in the event of changeable weather.

You will finally reach a point just before Skala, which is a fork in the road to Skolio (the second highest peak). Here you can veer to the left path and undercut Skala, and head towards the summit fo Skolio some fifteen minutes away. There is a slight incline to reach the summit, which is marked to a waypoint column and signing book. From this point you have an excellent view of Mytikas and Stefani. To return you can retrace your steps the way you came via E4 or you can continue on and loop around the opposite side, where there is a convenient path to take you back to the E4.