Grande Grotta
A huge rock cave above Masouri with giant stalactites hanging from its ceiling, Kalymnos' most iconic climbing area.
Grande Grotta is a huge arched cave facing the sea, with tubular stalactites hanging downward from its ceiling. Climbers traverse across the suspended stalactites, and the images often appear on climbing magazine covers. Most routes are difficult, mostly 7a and above. Non-climbers can also follow the trail up to see the cave and look over Telendos Island. From Masouri village it takes 20–30 minutes on foot along a mountain path of loose gravel, so wear running shoes and bring sunscreen and water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Masouri Climbing Area
- Telendos
- Arginonta
- Pera Kastro
- Emporios
- Palionisos
- Chrysocheria Castle
- Archaeological Museum of Kalymnos