Vega Baja (Orihuela & Callosa)

Spain · Vega Baja (Orihuela & Callosa)

Código Vertical

A popular modern four-pitch classic on Pared Negra's compact grey limestone, around UIAA 6/6+ (about French 6a). Best on cool, sunny winter days.

6a4 pitches150 m★★★

Spain · Vega Baja (Orihuela & Callosa)

Botri

The classic of Redován: ten pitches and 300 m of steady grade 5 with three steeper pitches on red rock. The eighth pitch, a traverse right into an overhanging corner above the orange cliffs, is the one people remember. Closed from January to June for nesting eagles.

6a+10 pitches300 m★★★

Spain · Vega Baja (Orihuela & Callosa)

Espolón P.D.P.

A long, steady V+ spur to the summit of the Sierra de Callosa on exceptional rock. Many terraces allow a safe retreat, which makes it good mileage for building multipitch experience. Check local seasonal climbing restrictions in the Sierra de Callosa.

5+9 pitches500 m★★★

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Spain · Vega Baja (Orihuela & Callosa)

Tribo

Five pitches up the centre of La Pancha, the main wall above Redován. The second pitch climbs the middle of a red pillar with a polished crux on flat holds; the 40 m last pitch is an elegant slab that looks much harder than it is. Outside the bird closure that affects Botri.

6b+5 pitches150 m★★★