Big route climbing at Pilier Saint-Martin in the Pyrénées-Orientales

Organized by
full day
Sporty
From 10 years-old and up
From€100

Spend a memorable day in the Pyrenees-Orientales and climb the big route at Le Pilier Saint-Martin!

Spend a memorable day in the Pyrenees-Orientales and climb the big route at Le Pilier Saint-Martin!

Ideal for discovering the techniques of climbing big walls, the big route of the Pilier Saint-Martin remains accessible even if you have little experience. What's more, you will be accompanied by Marco, your professional instructor who knows the area very well, having equipped it himself in 2012! Let's go for a great vertical journey of 180 m of easy and affordable climbing in the middle of nature!

Your climbing day at the Pilier Saint-Martin will start at the bottom of the Cady gorges. After a first session on the first floors to check your safety and progress, you will leave for the big trip. The difficulties begin, but fortunately, there are landings to breathe and enjoy the place. The higher you go, the more the view will open up to you!

At the top, the panorama of the Pyrenees-Orientales is incredible! Just opposite, you can admire the abbey of Saint-Martin du Canigó in the heart of the "Grand Site de France", the signal tower of Goa, and the summits of the Catalan mountains!

There will then be 3 abseils to descend to the north face. Before leaving the charming village of Casteil, you can recover from your emotions at Alain and Charline's "guinguette", which serves organic crepes and drinks.

For a day of adventure in the heart of the Pyrenees-Orientales, climb the great route of the Pilier Saint-Martin!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Reception at the "Canyon Canigou" base in Villerach, possibility to park your vehicle in security.
- Distribution of equipment and departure to Casteil 30mn by minibus.
- Approach walk of 5 minutes.
- Equipment and presentation of safety and progression techniques.
- Learning to practice, then climbing to the summit.
- Descent by 3 abseils.
- Return 5mn.

Activity requirements

Be in good physical shape.

Have some experience of rope handling.

Adaptable to any level: from informed beginner to intermediate climber.

Ideal for indoor climbers who want some experience on the crag.

Special terms

Mention any medical conditions that may affect your fitness during the activity.

Minors must be accompanied.

Meeting point:
Base Canyon Canigou, 8 rue du Llech Villerach, 66500 CLARA
Spoken languages:Spanish, English, French
Included
  • climbing equipment
  • transportation
Excluded
  • Photos (5€ to be paid on site)
Do not forget to bring
  • adapted clothes
  • small backpack and water
  • wind/rain cutter
  • picnic

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