We´ve recently spent a few afternoons on a newly developed crag close to Xativa. For those who know the area, it´s on the opposite side of the valley to Aventador. It was found by pure chance by a friend who considered the area worthy of exploration and potential for new routes...when he arrived there he found to his astonishment that the local climbing club had just finished putting up the final routes!
There are a total of 65 new routes, ranging from 4+ to 7a. Despite being a "new crag" the rock is in good condition with only a few loose holds. With time it will improve further as the holds clean up.
Last Sunday, 5 of us spent the day there - Carolina, Luis, Nick, Bill and myself. The weather was beautiful with clear blue skies and absolutely no wind. By mid afternoon we were climbing in T-shirts although as soon as the sun began to dip behind the mountains we were quick to search out the duvet jackets...living this far south makes you soft!
The development of this new crag makes the town of Xativa an ideal climbing base adding to the already developed Bellus, Aventador, Xativa South Face and Montessa.
Best wishes to all for a very Happy Christmas and a Prosperous and Safe 2012.
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