Helen Galerakis climbs White Mountains 30 times for cancer support

Athlete Helen Galerakis is undertaking a significant endurance challenge in Crete to support the Horizon Association, an organization that provides aid to cancer patients and their families. Inspired by her friend Elena’s battle with cancer, Galerakis is climbing the Pachnes peak in the White Mountains 30 times.

The feat involves covering approximately 133 kilometers and 9,060 meters of vertical ascent over a 72-hour period. The attempt began on a Friday morning and is expected to conclude on Sunday, September 6.

The Sfakia Municipality has expressed its support for the initiative, with Mayor Ioannis Zervos praising the effort as a way to transform sport into an act of social contribution and solidarity.