Climbing in El Chorro
The gigantic limestone walls of El Chorro form one of the largest climbing areas in Europe.
"El Chorro is the top destination!" (Climbers Magazine)
Rock, Bolts & Grades
- More than 2,000 well-secured climbing routes (3a to 8c +)
- Many new multi-pitch routes (up to 300m)
- Beginners routes with great hand holds
- Huge overhangs with sinters
Highlights of El Chorro
- The largest winter climbing area in Europe
- High season: Oct - April
- Many new routes in the 4th-6th grade
- Climbing fun for more than 2-3 weeks
- Very good bolted routes
- And many new bolts & routes
We recommend a 60-80m climbing rope.
And of course always a knot in the rope end ...
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Current Climbing Info
We are happy to provide our guests of the Climbing-Lodge with the most recent tips & topos.
- Map & overview of the climbing sectors
- Updates including the most recent routes
- Overview of all climbing guides
- Download for free...
Climbing Courses
Whether you are a beginner or a skilled climber, we have a suitable climbing courses for everyone...
Climbing Shop
There is a climbing shop in El Chorro. Here you can also get the annually updated climbing topo guide of El Chorro.
New Routes &
Restoration
Every year we drill many new routes & restore the classics.
Because your safety is very important to us!
You want to make a contribution?
In our Office you can make a donation
1 bolt: 4 €
1 ancor 12 €
1 complete route 100 € + YOU may give the route a name!
¡Muchas Gracias!
Video BLUE LINE
In this video we drill the multi-pitch route BLUE LINE (300m, 12 lengths, 5+).
With the kind support of BOSCH Powertools, EDELRID & many generous GUESTS.
Bouldering &
Deep Water Solo
In El Chorro & surrounding.
El Torcal
The national park El Torcal de Antequera offers a spectacular karst landscape with more than 1,000 undiscovered boulders.
Bouldering Cave
The bouldering cave in El Chorro has a 15 m long roof with giant hand holds that gives pleasant shade even on hot days.
Bouldering by the Sea
The numerous bouldering blocks in the water & at the beach of Nerja are wonderful for spending an active day by the sea.
Deep Water Solo
The Deep Water Spots at the turquoise bathing lakes near El Chorro provide for great bathing fun.
Crashpads
The Climbing-Lodge also hires crashpads (10 €/day) to guests and is happy to provide you with tips.
