Half-day intro to single pitch climbing around Digne
Duration : ½ day
France, Southern Alps, Provence
Level : beginner
from 50 € / p. from 1 to 8 persons
Infos & BookingDescription
I would like to offer you a half-day introduction to rock climbing on one of the cliffs around Digne-les-Bains in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region of France.
During this introduction to climbing, you will have the opportunity to:
- Learn and practice the essential knots for good climbing practice.
- Learn belaying skills (rope handling) with assisted braking system.
- Understand universal climbing terms and proper communication.
- And, of course, climbing on rock.
No previous experience is necessary to participate!
This course is open to children aged 5 and over with parental supervision.
The outing is confirmed from 4 participants. But if you are a group of less than 4 people, a private outing is possible at the price of 4 people.
Here are some examples of cliffs where you can practice:
- Falaise des arches: Located in Digne-les-Bains, this fast, easy-access site is climbable even in high summer. It's an ideal area for families and for beginners on the "barre des dalles". Some fifteen routes await you, generally easy and fairly steep, on beautiful limestone rock.
- Courbons: Only 4 kilometers northwest of the center of Digne-les-Bains, this limestone cliff offers around 80 routes, from 10 to 30 meters high, suitable for all levels of climber. The site offers all types of exposure, making it suitable for climbing all year round.
- Rocher de Valbonnette in Chabrières: 17 kilometers from Digne-les-Bains on the road to Nice, this compact limestone cliff offers routes of all levels of difficulty. With heights of up to 40 meters, most routes are bolted on a beautiful slab that is pleasant to climb from spring to autumn.
If you have more time, I recommend this one-day introduction to rock climbing around Digne-les-Bains. And if you want to progress and enjoy yourself, you can follow me for a weekend of yoga and climbing for all levels around La Palud-sur-Verdon, or even discover the Verdon gorges with some multi pitch climbing.
Program
- Meet directly at the parking lot of one of the cliffs around Digne-les-Bains.
The exact spot will be defined before the session by telephone, taking into account your ulterior experience and your location. - The climbing activity lasts 3 hours.
- You can choose either in the morning from 9am to 12pm or in the afternoon from 2pm to 5pm.
The price includes
- Supervision by the climbing instructor.
- All gear necessary to climb in security will be provided (climbing shoes, harness, helmet, quickdraws, rope, etc.).
The price does not include
- Return transport to the meeting place.
- Snacks.
- Drinks.
- Anything not mentioned in "The price includes".
No scheduled departure, but you can contact me to book your dates.
Infos & Booking