At about 1.6 km /1 mi before the village of Peille, within approximately 30 minutes from Nice, there lies Peille La Grotte, a rock climbing heaven. Cave Peillon is one of the most beautiful sites in the region, both for the quality of the routes and for the frame.
You can climb almost all year, except on July and August. Lanes to the right of ‘La violence et le sacre’ are in the sun all day and the way into the cave goes in the shade by mid-morning. At this climbing combo, you will find 38 routes where the difficulty level varies from 6b to 8c. The beginning of Via Ferrata is at the village of Peille.
The first gateway is a canopy that leads you deeper in the forest in order to find the first climb. The first part is kind of steep but the view of the village when you exit it is rewarding. When you exit the cave, a thread can move easily. After that, the next part is frankly stiff, creating a dramatic atmosphere.
Next you will meet a Monkey Bridge that will bring you to the next and final level, where you can go down a part of the mountain with a nice zip. It is an amazing experience that combines rock climbing and canopying with zip lining, so if you are an adventure enthusiast, this is the route for you.
The Trango Towers is a group of tall, large and dramatic granite spikes, situated in the north side of the Baltoro Galcier, in Baltistan, northern Pakistan. The rocks are a part of the Baltoro Muztagh which is a sub range of the Karakoram. The group offers some of the largest cliffs and some of the most challenging rock climbing opportunities in the world.
Paklenica National Park is a river canyon, formed by soluble rocks dissolution and is located in the south slopes of Velebit mountain in northern Dalmatia. A truly amazing natural scenery awaits for the visitor as the park is home to two impressive canyons, limestone vertical cliffs, caves, beautiful valleys and an abundance of flora and fauna.
Houghton is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and bordered on the east by Portage Township and Pilgrim, on the south by Hourontown and Isle Location and on the west by Dakota Heights. It is named after a copper discoverer Douglas Houghton. Many immigrants, European and Canadian arrived at the area to work in the copper mines and influenced its culture and cuisine. Houghton’s location is ideal for many outdoor recreations such as hockey, snowmobiling, hiking, mountain and road biking, climbing etc.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
The Callahans is a location in Southern Oregon featuring a range of sandstone cliffs and a remarkable destination for rock climbers.
Cape Winelands is an area of vast vines and vineyards as the name suggests. Situated in the north east of Cape Town, it constitutes fertile green valleys, towns and villages surrounded by proud mountains. It is characterized by Mediterranean Climate and the winter rain contributes to the famous wine production which can be found in most of the world's corners.
Marseille is situated on the southeast coast of France. It is the second largest city and the center of the second largest metropolitan area after Paris. Marseille is the capital of the Bouches-du-Rhône department as well as Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The whole urban and metropolitan area extends beyond city limits. Marseille is France’s largest commercial port and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast.
Camargue is a region, located in the south of Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, France. It lies between the Mediterranean Sea and the two arms of the Rhône River delta. The eastern arm is called the Grand Rhône and the western one is the Petit Rhône. Since 1986, Camargue site has been designated as a "Wetland of International Importance" by the Ramsar Convention.
Camargue is a region, located in the south of Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, France. It lies between the Mediterranean Sea and the two arms of the Rhône River delta. The eastern arm is called the Grand Rhône and the western one is the Petit Rhône. Since 1986, Camargue site has been designated as a "Wetland of International Importance" by the Ramsar Convention.
Saint – Tropez is a town near Marseille, at about 104 km / 65 mi in the east. It is located in the French Riviera, however, less glamorous in the past, it used to be a military stronghold and a small fishing village. Today it is a resort town, seducing many celebrities and jet-setters that want to spend a few days having fun and relaxing under the French sun.
Marseille is situated on the southeast coast of France. It is the second largest city and the center of the second largest metropolitan area in the Hexagon after Paris. Marseille is the capital of the Bouches-du-Rhône department as well as Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The whole urban and metropolitan area extends beyond city limits. Marseille is France’s largest commercial port and the largest city on the Mediterranean coast.
Nice is the administrative capital of the Alps – Maritime department, the second largest city on the Mediterranean coast after Marseille and the fifth most populous city in France, situated in the southeast coast of France by the Mediterranean Sea. The Nice urban area extends beyond the administrative city limits. The mild Mediterranean climate and the natural beauty of Nice along with the big sporting activity came to attention of various types of athletes.
Nice is the administrative capital of the Alps – Maritime department, the second largest city on the Mediterranean coast after Marseille and the fifth most populous city in France right after Paris, Marseille, Lyon and Toulouse. It is situated on the southeast coast of France by the Mediterranean Sea. The Nice urban area extends beyond the administrative city limits. The mild Mediterranean climate and the natural beauty of Nice along with the big sporting activity came to attention of various types of athletes.
The Gorges du Verdon, located in south-eastern France (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence), is a river canyon, considered to be one of the most beautiful in Europe. It is about 25 km/16 mi long and up to 700 m/2296 ft deep, formed by the Verdon River and named after for its startling turquoise-green colour. Its most impressive part lies between the towns of Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie while at the end of the canyon, the Verdon River flows into the artificial lake of Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon.
