250 m, 6a+/A1
M. Gómez and V. Cano in January 1977
Possibly the best-known route on the Peñón. A true classic. The beauty of the line, together with a difficulty we could classify as moderate, makes it very appealing to teams of all levels. Very varied climbing, with pitches on dihedrals, slabs, chimneys, and overhangs. The passage of many climbing parties has had a detrimental effect on this marble-like rock. This, combined with the marine environment, gives the first pitches a damp and slippery feel that gradually disappears as you gain height. Highly recommended.
Equipment: set of nuts and set of cams. Etriers.
LOCATION AND ACCESS
BASE
To Calpe we can arrive through the N-332 or by the AP-7, taking the exit nº 64 Altea/ Calpe to continue on the N-332 towards Calpe/Valencia. In case of heading to the south or west slope, we must follow the signs to the Port of Calpe.
Position: 38º 38’ 16” N - 0º 4’ 19” E
APPROXIMATION
To access the routes of the south face we must travel until the end of “El Paseo Príncipe de Asturias”, which runs along the sea, and then take the path that goes up to the foot of the wall. From 10 to 20 minutes depending on the route.
DESCEND
From the summit, through the north face, a beatiful and slippery path descends