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La grotte du Galetas

Interesting rock climbing area for routes from 7a to 7c and starting from 8a (french grades).
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Aspect(s) : NE     Altitude : 500 m
Approach 15 min up hill.    Kids friendly ? foot of the crag reasonable for young kids.

Informations :

Between 10 and 25 routes, from 5c to 9a.   Bolting : sport climbing
Max Height : 50 m.
Rock : limestone.    Characteristic(s) : overhang Surplomb, steep wall Dévers, vertical Vertical.    Type(s) of holds : pockets / holes.
Legendary route(s) : 
  • Spider cochon L1+L2 8b+ 2nd female onsight 8b+ by Charlotte Durif on 8 july 2008.
  • Pue l'Ovaire 8c+ sent by Charlotte Durif on 24 oct 2009.
  • Les 3 P 9a first ascent by Adam Ondra on 7 aug 2010. Firsts repeats : Sébastien Bouin (2011). 3rd female 9a sent by Charlotte Durif on 18 aug 2011
  • Further information(s) : Accès en bateau !

    Locations :

    Area : France, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Var (83), Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.
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