Kakarditsa

Kakarditsa is the highest peak in the Tzoumerka mountain range of central Greece, rising 2,429 meters above sea level. Marked trails connect nearby villages such as Melissourgoi, Matsouki, and Athamania to the summit.

Mountain paths around this peak have served for centuries as vital connections between isolated communities in the range. These routes shaped how people moved, traded, and maintained ties across the highlands.

The villages surrounding this peak maintain farming and herding traditions that shape daily life and the landscape. These practices reflect how communities have adapted to mountain living over many generations.

Climbers should be in good physical condition and carry proper mountain gear, as conditions can change quickly at this elevation. Spring offers the best climbing window, when weather is more stable and snow melt has cleared the paths.

From the summit, the view extends far across neighboring peaks and valleys, reaching distant lowlands on clear days. Few visitors expect this expansive outlook when climbing, discovering how the effort opens up a landscape that seems much larger from below.

GPS coordinates: 39.52721,21.20056

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47