CLIMBING WEEK ARCO
Trip type: Sport- and Multi Pitch climbing holiday
Duration: 7 Days
Country/Region: Italy, Trento
Price: 1’499.00 CHF p.P.
Participants: 4-8
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Climbing in Arco and the Valle Del Sarca – Your climbing vacation in Trento
A detailed introduction for climbing enthusiasts is not necessary for Arco. The region is considered one of the hotspots for sport climbing in Italy and for good reason! Arco is not only quickly accessible from Switzerland (about 5 hours drive), but also offers hundreds of climbing crags and about 5,000 routes of every exposure, grade and approach length in a very small area. Here you can reach your climbing goals in the compact limestone of Arco, whether it’s increasing your onsight level, climbing cleanly on lead, or fun multi-pitch routes with gorgeous views of the Valle Del Sarca.
The area around Arco is characterized by stable weather conditions, renowned Italian cuisine and a relaxed atmosphere that invites you to linger in the evening with an Aperol Spritz and a delicious pizza at the Osteria. On site, you’ll be mentored by an experienced climbing instructor to take your climbing career to the next level. Not only will you experience a week of lake views and climbing in some of the most beautiful crags in Northern Italy, but you’ll also experience a special kind of sport and multi-pitch climbing in the picturesque Valle Del Sarca. Thanks to an experienced climbing instructor you will be supervised on the spot as you wish. Thus, you will not only experience a week with lake views and climbing in the most beautiful climbing crags of northern Italy, but also accelerate your climbing career to the next level.
A special week of sport and multi-pitch climbing in the most beautiful climbing crags of the Valle Del Sarca!
About the history of Arco: The beginnings of sport climbing in Arco date back to the 1970s, when the route “Umberta Bertamini” was climbed on the local mountain Monte Colodri. This paved the way for the opening of the first route with a single bolt called “Specchio delle mie Brame” in 1982, which was developed by Roberto Bassi and Heinz Mariacher. It was only in the 1980s that the first short climbing routes oriented to sport climbing were created, such as “Honky Tonky”, which was the first of its kind to be completely equipped with bolts. From then on, the development wave in the entire Sarca Valley became explosive, including Monte Casale, Cima Delle Coste and Colodri.
The international climbing scene subsequently became aware of the region around Arco, which led to further developments, also by well-known climbers from the German and Swiss scene such as the Remy brothers and Wolfgang Güllich. Arco is therefore not only an Italian climbing mecca, but also a place that has actively contributed to the history of the development of sport climbing.
On climbing vacation in Arco
In Arco you will not only encounter incredible rock walls, thousands of climbing routes and breathtaking views, but also delicious food and good times with like-minded people. Ready for your next week of climbing vacation?
Your benefits with Exped Tribe:
Local and multilingual mountain guide or climbing guide
Support member
Small groups
Vegetarian friendly
Co2 compensation
Rental materials
Planned itinerary of the climbing week in Arco
Day 1
Arrival from Switzerland by public transport or carpooling. Arrival and check-in at our accommodation. Relaxed walk through the old town and if the temperatures allow a refreshing dive into Lake Garda. Discussion of the wishes, goals, and climbing content of the week with the mountain guide.
Day 2-6
A full program awaits us! Long climbing days, fine local food and technique coaching are on the agenda. Of course, the relaxation times will not be missing, fine gelato on the lakeshore included 😉
Day 7
The morning is still at our disposal to get the last souvenirs, to climb the last route or to dare a last jump into the cool. In the afternoon we head back towards Switzerland. It was nice with you!
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Important Info about your trip
Clothing
- Hard Shell Jacket
- Soft shell or fleece jacket
- Climbing pants, T-shirt and sweater
- Beanie, gloves
- Spare underwear
- Flip-flops and swimming trunks
Miscellaneous
- Sunglasses
- Sun and lip cream, sun hat
- Drinking bottle
- Ev. camera
- Sturdy shoes for approach
- Backpack (20-40l)
Technical equipment
- Helmet
- Climbing shoes (tight but comfortable)
- Climbing harness
- Climbing set (3 HMS carabiners, belay/rappel device, 1 set of 6 expresses, 60 cm webbing sling, standing sling, Prusik sling, magnesium bag)
- belay device (recommendation: Grigri, Edelrid Megajul)
- Other climbing material, if available
Included
- Mountain guide or climbing instructor
- Breakfast
- Overnight stay in a Guest House, Hotel or Airbnb of the middle class
- Professional photo reportage and videos
- Group material
- Co2 compensation with the planting of 10 trees/participant
Excluded
- Travel to and from the destination country (carpooling costs will be shared)
- Dinner and snacks
- Mandatory private insurance with repatriation costs
- Cancellation insurance
- Everything that is not listed under “Included
Catering
- Breakfast and Dinner: In the morning and evening we can both cook something fine in our “headquarters”, or go out to the nearby café and restaurant together.
- Meals are not included in the trip price.
Rental Material
- Climbing harness, CHF 20.00
- Helmet, CHF 15.00
- Climbing set, CHF 70.00
Others, Add-Ons
- This adventure can be completed with a windsurfing or paragliding morning if you wish; Arco is a great place for windsurfing among other things!
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