Albarracin Bouldering

This world-class bouldering area is set in a remote and tranquil forest near the historic town of Albarracin, Spain. The delightful town, with walls and towers dating from early Muslim times, a 16th century cathedral and medieval galleried houses, has rightly earned the honour of an international award for historical preservation.

Bouldering in Albarracin is truly special; exceptionally good and grippy rock (sandstone with quartz), accessible and interesting problems for all grades, a large variety of boulders close together, short approaches, and a bunch of keen and super-friendly climbers around. A must visit destination for anyone who loves bouldering, and hanging out in a beautiful forest and charming medieval town.

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Weather & Climate in Albarracin

Albarracin has the great advantage of offering year-round bouldering. At 900 metres above sea level, the air is cooler than other, much warmer, lower-climbing regions in Spain. The best time to go climbing in Albarracin is from September till May. We also run trips in June, July and August. Although the weather can be hot during these months, in our experience there is usually a good breeze, dry air and temperatures cool down during the night which altogether creates good bouldering conditions, even in the midst of summer.

We offer long weekends (3 nights) from Friday till Monday, but can also organise week long holidays on request.

Sample Itinerary Albarracin Bouldering

Friday: arrival at Valencia airport, transfer to Albarracin via a supermarket
Saturday: a full day of bouldering and coaching
Sunday: a full day of bouldering and coaching
Monday: a morning of bouldering, then transfer to Valencia Airport

Albarracin Accommodation

You will be accommodated in a hotel or self-catering apartment in Albarracin, a small historic Spanish town with a fantastic amount of history and charm. It offers a variety of bars and restaurants to suit all tastes and pockets.

Look below for upcoming Albarracin holidays and courses. If you don’t see what you are looking for from the courses below then get in touch and we can put something on for you!!

Flights and Transfers

Fly into Valencia with arrival on Friday and departure on Monday. We offer one free transfer from Valencia airport to Albarracin and one free transfer from Albarracin back to Valencia airport. To take advantage of these free transfers, and in order to maximise the time in Albarracin, your flight must land before 14pm on Friday, and depart after 17pm on Monday.

The transfer time from Valencia Airport to Albarracin is 2-2,5 hours.

If you wish to travel independently, or if you can’t buy a flight within these free transfer hours, transfers may be arranged, subject to availability, on alternative days/times. The estimated cost of a taxi (one-way) is 200 euros. Contact us for more information.

Bouldering Guide

Your instructor for this Bouldering Trip in Albarracin is Trevor Massiah or Chris Newton Goverd. Both know the area really well and will find the best boulders for you to try. With decades of experience in climbing coaching they will be able to work with you to achieve the goals you’ve set yourself for this trip.

Our trip to Albarracin was incredible!

The booking experience was very easy, and we felt well-informed about the process. The destination is absolutely beautiful and the climbing itself was fantastic. Trevor and Desiree were really kind and patient, and excellent with both coaching and motivating us. Highly recommend and can’t wait to go on another Rock & Sun adventure in the future :)

Emma L.

29th November 2022

I had the most amazing time in Albarracin

Chris was really accommodating to everybody’s level of climbing and is very passionate about what he does! Around town he played tour guide which for me was perfect as I hardly speak a word of Spanish so he ordered for me and helped me pay for items. I have already recommended Rock and Sun to fellow climbers and I plan to come back.

Andy D.

19th September 2019

Lots of fun and hard bouldering in Albarracin…

I couldn’t ask for better. Everything went smoothly. Chris walked me through the basics and helped me to progress to my next level. I did my first V5.

Carl B.

20th May 2023

Quick Facts

Fly to/from Valencia
Minimum grade 4+/V0+
Maximum ratio 1:5

Included

3 days guided bouldering and coaching
3 nights accommodation (based on sharing 1:2 – single room supplement available)
Transfers to/from Valencia Airport (Conditions apply)
Transport to and from the bouldering
Use of bouldering mats

Under 18

Children aged 13 to 18 can join our bouldering long weekends providing their parent or guardian is present at all times
Following our Bouldering Risk Assessment all under 18-year olds are to wear a helmet while bouldering
For families with children under 13 we recommend Private Guided Bouldering

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