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Climbing Destinations in Europe? 19-Oct-2005 At 2:34:03 PM Onsight

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IMO... Spain: I didn't think much of El Chorro, it has had its day. Riglos is wild if you're looking for some long multi-pitching (Fiesta de Los Bieceps is the ultra classic). Rodellar is popular though no I'm not so sure why. Monsant is top of my list for next time. Montserrat is massive, seems an interesting place to spend more time but not totally convenient. So so many different areas in Spain, particularly in the north.

France: Yes, Ceuse. I also like Gorge du Tarn for some reason (pleasant). Verdon is a must. Buoux is old school and polished but less crowded these days and maybe still worth the visit, I’d certainly put that much higher on my list than the many smaller crags which are just like everywhere else. Do lotsa research. Font, it’s a long way to go for bouldering but whatever floats your boat.

Switzerland: what Eduardo said, spend some time here. Italy: Dolomites. Arco, hmmmm, yeah you might be able to find something worthwhile that not too polished. In Germany (virtually? in Austria), near Bertesgarden, Goll (aka Enstall) is a well kept secret good for summer sport in mid 20’s. If you’re going to Greece then Kalymnos Island is all the rage, and if you’re passing by I’d check out Metorea with the huge colglomerate domes with the monasteries on top (remember that Bond film…). Osp does sound good. UK, Pembroke, and um.. gosh, is that the time…