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Gerontovrachos (historic ski area) at a glance
reference figures — confirm on the daySnow reliability
Reliable snow
High enough that a normal winter delivers weeks of cover. Top station 2250 m.
Elevation
2250 m top
↕ 500 m vertical
1750 m base
Getting there
Base at Arachova / main Parnassos ski area
The lifts sit roughly 25 km above town on a mountain road that wants winter tyres or chains after fresh snow.
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On the snow
No independent lift-served ski operation. The mountain remains a technical winter-mountaineering and ice/mixed-climbing area for appropriately qualified and equipped parties.
At the centre
Historic lift infrastructure; use the operating Parnassos Ski Centre for public ski services.
Off the slopes
Arachova, Delphi and the active Parnassos Ski Centre.
Base town
Arachova / main Parnassos ski area
About 25 km away — Inactive as independent ski area.
Season
Reported closed as an independent ski area since 2012. Do not market or plan it as an operating resort without confirmed redevelopment news.
Check before you drive up
Greek lifts are snow- and wind-dependent — a published count isn't a promise. Included for completeness and clearly separated from operating centres.
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Experiences
Details are checked but change without notice — always confirm opening hours, transport and conditions directly before you travel.