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Equipment

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

  • Climbing Boots - Very important, we cannot provide these.
  • Sturdy Walking Boots - For getting to the mountains. Trainers are not sufficient.
  • Sun Cream & Glasses - Protect your eyes and skin from the sun, which can burn quickly in Spain.
  • Rucksack - Needed on Climbing Courses for carrying gear when climbing on longer climb.
  • Torch - For mountain routes and a possible opportunity for overnight camping in the mountains.
  • Sleeping Bag - For use in the accommodation and possible use in the mountains.
  • Camera & Film - The photo's you take will amaze you! Film is quite expensive in Spain.
  • Climbing Insurance - Please remember to bring with you your E111 National insurance Certificate. This can be obtained from any post office in the UK free of charge.

CLIMBING EQUIPMENT PROVIDED
We do provide HARNESSES, HELMET, BELAYING EQUIPMENT AND ROPES. Bring any equipment you already have, as we may be able to advice you on how best to use it.

CLOTHING The temperatures fluctuate between the months of October and June . Although January sees some of our lowest temperatures 16/18C. It can also rise to 22C/24C. April, May and June about 24C-28C.