Routes : Europe : Ukraine : Crimea : 04. Yalta sport (Nikita, Krasnuj Kamen, Simeyiz) : Nikita rocks
Nikita rocks
About Nikita rocks:
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One of the most popular climbing crags in Crimea, 3km from Yalta. It is a small canyon which is known for its great short sport-climbing routes, mostly overhanging, up to 25 meters in height. It is possible to set up top ropes on most of the routes.
The place has been a traditional training ground for soviet mountaineers and rock climbers, including the legendary Mikhail Khergiani. Conversion into a modern "sport" area has been done by Andrei Vedenmeer from Yalta (1995 world champion) and his friends. There are over 80 bolted routes from 4 to 8c+ (French scale). See here for a pretty comprehensive topo by sector. Gradings are on the French scale. Nearby attractions: Nikita: Botanical garden. Massandra: a famous winery, also a castle built for Alexander III. |
| Nearest town or city: | Yalta |
| Directions: | A short walk from the bus stop |
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| Camping: | Yes |
| When to Climb: | Autumn Spring |
| Quantity of Climbs: | Month |
