© Richie Patterson / Wild Country
The sandstone bouldering area of Albarracin in Spain is becoming a victim of its own success and of bad behaviour from climbers.
© Jack Geldard / UKC
Access problems have increased recently in this delicate area as its popularity has increased. The site is home to a large amount of wildlife and also some important cave paintings and good behaviour from climbers is essential to keep this superb bouldering area open.
THE RULES:
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It's forbidden to climb at Soly y Masia.
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Tick marks – these are a big no no and causing problems – if you need to mark a hold please use a strip of tape then simply tear it off and take it away.
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Chalk: please, please, please, minimise use.
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It's forbidden to climb on boulders within 30m of the tarmaced road between Albarracin and Donarque and also forbidden to climb within 30m of any site with paintings.
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It's totally forbidden to have dogs off the lead.
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As ever, please bury all human waste and ship out any paper/tissues and sanitary products.
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In any parking area with a roof/shade you must park under the roof – if your vehicle doesn't fit under the roof please park in the main car park or in El Cabrerizo.
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It's just about okay to spend the night in the parking area in vehicles (no tents or camping) but only if all signs of overnight stays are gone in the morning.
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Please stick to recognised paths.
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No climbing after dark or before sunrise.
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Don't make fires – it's a big dry pine forest.
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Smokers, take out your butts.
“If you are going to go to Albarracin please remember the old adage 'not ours but ours to look after' and remember that only a sensible and sustainable approach will help to stave off problems whether at home or abroad.”
More information (in Spanish) at: escaladasosteniblealbarracin.blogspot.com
More Info on Albarracin:
Albarracin
Albarracin, SPAIN
Climbs ? –
Rocktype Sandstone (soft) – Altitude
1141m – Faces all
Guidebooks:
- Albarracin Bouldering & Bezas (2021)
- Boulder Albarracin (2016)
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