September 11, 2022 | CLIMBING
VIA PATXARAN, VENTAMILLO GORGE
A quick morning of climbing on an ultra-classic, must-do route in the Ventamillo Gorge.
A quick morning of climbing on an ultra-classic, must-do route in the Ventamillo Gorge.
Via Patxaran is located on the central wall of the Ventamillo Gorge. It's a sport-style route, well-bolted with parabolts, and all of its pitches are excellent, with the 4th pitch (6c) standing out in particular.
From the parking lot (right before the tunnel), walk toward Benasque, being very careful along the road, until you see the small metal bridge that crosses the river. Once you cross the river, follow the path to the base of the route.
Difficulty: 7a (6b Oblg)
Gear needed: 18 quickdraws (a few slings for the anchor at the top)
Length: 175 m
Approach: 10 minutes
Descent: Ventamillo rappels (5 rappels with a single 70 m rope)
L1 - 6b/+ - A great warm-up pitch with fairly technical moves.
L2 - 7a - A slightly bouldery finish and one technical move, then easier terrain.
L3 - 6c+ - An athletic, powerful pitch up an overhanging crack. Excellent.
L4 - 6c - The standout pitch of the route. A technical dihedral with very exposed moves. Brutal.
L5 - 6a - A bit dirty.
Excellent route, super classic. Ideal for a summer afternoon. The sun hits the wall for almost the entire morning. Pitches 3 and 4 are excellent. You could rappel down the route itself by managing the rappels correctly, but if you top out, it's better to descend via the Ventamillo rappels. As soon as you reach the summit, walk to your left following a faint path and you'll see a cairn marking the start of the rappels.
Remember that if you want to climb this route or any other route with complete safety, you can get in touch with us and book a date.
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Santi is the best mountain guide in the area, hands down. His knowledge of the local terrain and technical expertise made for an incredible experience. Safety was clearly a top priority, but he also knows exactly how to push you to reach those rewarding summits and hidden spots you’d never find on your own.
(Translated by Google) A fantastic experience with a great guide. Time used to the maximum and total safety on the rock!
(Original) Una experiencia fantástica con un guía estupendo. Tiempo aprovechado al máximo y total seguridad en la roca!
(Translated by Google) An incredible professional personally had a fabulous time at the rope climbing baptism totally recommended 🤘🤘🤘 you won't regret it
(Original) Un profesional increíble personalmente lo pase de fábula en el bautizo de escalada en cuerda totalmente recomendable 🤘🤘🤘 no te arrepentirás
We had the most awesome morning of climbing this morning. Thanks so much Santi!!
(Translated by Google) Our experience has been very good, we enrolled our son in an initiation course, especially to see how he was climbing, since he did it on his own; Excellent treatment with Santi, very professional, good communication and above all, he has given us security about the evolution of our son, he has evaluated the security and protocols part and has given us peace of mind, without a doubt, we will repeat! highly recommended!!
(Original) Nuestra experiencia ha sido muy buena, apuntamos a nuestro hijo a uncurso de iniciación, sobre todo para ver cómo estaba escalando, ya que lo hacía por su cuenta; el trato con Santi excelente, muy profesional, buena comunicación y sobre todo, nos ha dado seguridad sobre la evolución de nuestro hijo, ha evaluado la parte de seguridad y protocolos y nos ha dado tranquilidad, sin duda, repetiremos! muy recomendable!!
Great experience. Santi arranged and communicated all the logistics very well. Giordano was a great instructor and made the experience fun and comfortable. Will recommend Southclimb.
Santi is a great guide and a better person. I did the Kalymnos trip with him and I simply could not be more greatful.
If you are looking for anything climbing related, Southclimb is your go to.
(Translated by Google) Very good experience. Very clear in the explanations and seriousness in the security issue. All the content was addressed to be able to scale with autonomy
(Original) Muy buena experiencia. Mucha claridad en las explicaciones y seriedad en el tema de seguridad. Todo el contenido quedó abordado para poder escalar con autonomía
I joined the 2days-course of Sport Climbing in Siurana and Arboli. Very comprehensive learning - at the end you will be able to rock climb in complete autonomy. Super recommended!
(Translated by Google) Santi has accompanied us on this adventure of entering the world of the long way. The course has helped us practice the maneuvers and understand the why of each step and gain confidence! Super pedagogically and with a lot of joy and patience!!! Highly recommended!
(Original) El Santi ens ha acompanyat en aquesta aventura d'endinsar-nos al món de la via llarga. El curs ens ha servit per poder practicar les maniobres i entendre el per què de cada pas i anar agafant confiança! Super pedagògicament i amb molta alegria i paciència!!! Molt recomanable!
