Cresta dels Bardals – more amazing ridges, Costa Blanca
High on this amazing ridge, with the summit of Pla de la Casa as backdrop - Cresta dels Bardals Cresta dels Bardals Yesterday we went exploring on the nearby Serrella mountain range. We have walked extensively on these mountains, but hadn't done any climbing or mountaineering, until now that is. Last year we'd walked up… Continue reading Cresta dels Bardals – more amazing ridges, Costa Blanca
The ridges keep on coming – Cresta del Migdia
Mandy and Phil on the initial narrow section During a quiet day about a year ago I’d decided to explore a ridgeline near Segaria, Costa Blanca. We know many of the ridges in the region as well as we know the Lakeland scrambles. This one had still to be checked out, so I set off… Continue reading The ridges keep on coming – Cresta del Migdia
Short break winter sun climbing
Enjoying warm rock in stunning locations Over the last few days we've been joined by Andzelika and Eugeniusz, on their 3rd climbing trip to the area, great to see you both 🙂Looking for a relaxing yet active holiday, they opted for 3 half day climbing sessions with us. So still plenty time to explore and… Continue reading Short break winter sun climbing
Costa Blanca Trad Climbing – Beautiful cliffs below the shadow of the mighty Ponoch
Vall de Gulabdar crags from the top of Paret de Castellet - Costa Blanca Trad Climbing Costa Blanca Trad Climbing The Costa Blanca is better known amongst climbers for its amazing 'sport climbing' (bolted routes). So the 'trad' or 'traditional' climbing often gets overlooked, which is a shame, because these often form the best and… Continue reading Costa Blanca Trad Climbing – Beautiful cliffs below the shadow of the mighty Ponoch
Costa Blanca Climbing Holiday – The Number 1 Winter Sun Destination
Mike enjoying warm rock and sunshine at Aventador crag in December! Costa Blanca Climbing Holiday We've been making the journey south to Costa Blanca for many years now. Spending winter in southern Spain has a few advantages, not only is there a plentiful and cheap supply of delicious fresh food. The valleys and mountains are… Continue reading Costa Blanca Climbing Holiday – The Number 1 Winter Sun Destination
Bernia ridge – new routes and discoveries
Looking back along the crest of Bernia Some days give more adventure than others. Today gave us lots, it was the day that kept on giving.A couple of weeks ago, whilst walking with friends around the Bernia ridge circuit, I'd spotted a line of bolts in the rock and was keen to know more about… Continue reading Bernia ridge – new routes and discoveries
Short & sweet multi-activity break – Costa Blanca
Andi and Michael enjoying the great scrambling on the Toix ridge This week we welcomed back Michael and Andi from the north-east of England. Keen for a short break and in need of some sunshine, the Costa Blanca delivered in fine style. It's been sun, sun, sun. Dare I say 'a bit too hot'!!Looking for… Continue reading Short & sweet multi-activity break – Costa Blanca
Segaria ridge – Big Mountaineering days on the Costa Blanca
Enjoying big exposure and amazing views on the Segaria ridge Segaria Ridge This week has seen a lot of farming activity in the region. The result is lots of farmers are busy burning the dead wood, thus allowing some nutrients back into the soil. These times can cause some tension though, with residents becoming upset… Continue reading Segaria ridge – Big Mountaineering days on the Costa Blanca
More amazing ridges of Costa Blanca
A clear view of the abseil hole! This week we made a return visit to the magnificent Cresta del Canelobre on Cabezon d'Oro (mountain with a head of gold)! Recent years have seen more equipping of the ridge and now an easier way onto it exists.A short via ferrata just above the car park leads… Continue reading More amazing ridges of Costa Blanca
Multi-activity – Costa Blanca
Part of the Toix ridge with El Penon as backdrop Nearing the end of their week here and I think now feeling suitably 'refreshed', Allan & Kim may have experienced fairly mixed weather, but there's been plenty of T-shirt and shades time and we've managed to get out loads 🙂An afternoon at Toix far Oeste… Continue reading Multi-activity – Costa Blanca
Bernia Ridge Walk – A circular route around this fabulous ridge
South side of the ridge looking towards Puig Campana - Bernia Ridge Walk Bernia Ridge Walk This week started with a wonderful walk around the Bernia ridge. It's more usual for us to be striding along the crest of the ridge, so today made for a refreshing change. From Casas de Bernia on the north… Continue reading Bernia Ridge Walk – A circular route around this fabulous ridge
New climbs on the sea cliffs – Costa Blanca
Miguel enjoying big exposure at Morro Falqui Just last week it came to my attention that a new route had been put up on the magnificent Morro Falqui sea cliffs. So far all my experiences of sea cliffs in this area have been excellent. Raco de Corv gives steep, sustained climbing from the beach. Magical… Continue reading New climbs on the sea cliffs – Costa Blanca
Caves of Costa Blanca
Dramatic rock architecture in Cova de Dalt Earlier in the week we heard about some easily accessible and beautiful caves between the villages of Tarbena and Castell de Castells.After a little research we headed out with a good idea of where to find these caves. But wow, it was so much easier than we had… Continue reading Caves of Costa Blanca
Ponoch via ferrata – Impressive mountaineering terrain
Enjoying the Ponoch via ferrata Ponoch Via Ferrata Yesterday we had the pleasure of introducing Julio, Jenny, and Jackie to the delights of Via Ferrata. For this we went to the magnificent south face of Ponoch / Ponoig, which lies a short way inland from the bustling tourist resort of Benidorm. The amount of rock… Continue reading Ponoch via ferrata – Impressive mountaineering terrain
Sonjannika – Big Sea Cliffs of Costa Blanca
Now there's a happy climber 🙂 - top of Sonjannika Sonjannika Yesterday I had the pleasure of introducing Julio from the USA to the incredible limestone sea cliffs of Morro Falqui, Costa Blanca. We climbed a 6 pitch route called Sonjannika. What’s it like? Well I’ve climbed it about 15 times to date and still… Continue reading Sonjannika – Big Sea Cliffs of Costa Blanca
Sport Climbing Holiday Costa Blanca – Wonderful climbing under big blue skies
Enjoying perfect rock and big blue skies, in November! Los Cerezos crag - Sport Climbing Holiday Costa Blanca Sport Climbing Holiday Costa Blanca This week we welcomed back Rachel and Naz this week for 4 action packed days of rock climbing. Starting at the nearby crag of Alcalali, we blasted through 7 routes on day… Continue reading Sport Climbing Holiday Costa Blanca – Wonderful climbing under big blue skies
Mountain walks and sport climbing on the Costa Blanca
On our way to Castell d'Axia It’s been crazy busy here over the passed couple of weeks, so a bit slow on writing updates. As well as enjoying some wonderful walks, we spent a day showing Kitty, David, and Megan the delights of Limestone rock climbing at Marin crag near Alicante. For visiting climbers Marin has quite… Continue reading Mountain walks and sport climbing on the Costa Blanca
Back in sunny Spain – Rock climbing and walking in Costa Blanca
The Penon from Toix Mirador It's already been over a week since arriving back in Costa Blanca. The Goat Fria (cold drop) was lingering but has now passed by and there's a return to big blue skies, warm dry rock and lots of fun adventures.We've been sport climbing at Gandia, scoping out new venues in… Continue reading Back in sunny Spain – Rock climbing and walking in Costa Blanca
Looking after our skin – it’s important
Some of the FeGoo range we've been testing For about a year now we’ve been helping with the development of a brand new skin repair product from a small and independent Yorkshire Dales based company, FeGoo. And more recently, we were sent a Dry Shampoo product too, yes I know what you’re thinking, what do we… Continue reading Looking after our skin – it’s important
Redovan Via Ferrata – A new breed of via ferrata on the Costa Blanca
Mila enjoying the swing on Redovan via ferrata Redovan Via Ferrata Earlier in the year we heard there was to be a new Via Ferrata on Costa Blanca. It was proposed to be the biggest and most diverse in the region. We couldn’t wait to check it out. Here’s what we found…. A short way… Continue reading Redovan Via Ferrata – A new breed of via ferrata on the Costa Blanca
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