Sella – Sector “Doggy Guantanamo” – Topo

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1. 7b+ 2. 7a 3. 6b+ 4. 6a+ 5. 6c 6. 6c

There is also a 6b+ to the left of the shown topo and a further 5 routes to the right, these are all 5’s and 6’s.

This is a new sector beyond sector “Final” at La Moleta in the Sella valley. It is possible to drive up to the yellow house at the top of the hill and parking is available, alternatively it is a short walk up the hill.

There are further sectors with grades from 5 to 7b+. We will post these in the future, however Continue Reading →

Puig Campana

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The “Puig Campana” is Finestrat’s greatest mountain and a prominent landmark on the Costa Blanca. It provides an excellent location for a broad variety of activities for outdoor enthusiasts due to its heights of 1,410 meters and its location of only 10 kilometres away from the Mediterranean.

The mountain is shrouded in legends, the most famous of which tells the story of the French Continue Reading →

Climbing holidays in Alicante

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As I headed for Alicante, I expected loads of older people, tourist traps with poor food, but also a wide variety of climbing opportunities. Traveling alone this time, I also knew I might have a challenge meeting climbers, due to the fact that I stayed in a touristy district. However, one evening in a cheesy karaoke bar, some young people recommended me to contact Continue Reading →