2006. 528 pp, photos, topos, maps. Guide to the best climbs at the top rock climbing destinations in Western Europe. The route topos are accompanied by route descriptions, equipment recommendations, and accurate route ratings. This sturdy edition, with sewn binding, and trimmed corners, is intended for rough use at the crags.
This is the authoritative guide to the best climbs at the top rock climbing destinations in Western Europe, including Great Britain, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Germany, and Norway. The route topos are accompanied by route descriptions, equipment recommendations, and accurate route ratings. This sturdy edition, with sewn binding and kivar covers, is intended for rough use at the crags.
Rock Climbing Europe points you to more than 1,000 of the best ascents in Europe, including traditional and sport routes of all degrees of difficulty. Expert rock climber and outdoors photographer Stewart M. Green provides in-depth information and precise detail about finding and scaling the finest face, crack, and alpine routes in Great Britain, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Germany, and Norway. This guide provides all the information needed to plan, execute and enjoy a memorable European climbing experience. Learn how to get to each destination, where to stay, what to bring, and how to communicate and find your way around. With this guidebook in hand, you can get off the tried-and-true tourist routes and venture into the backcountry.
This guide features:
Guaranteed binding - if this binding fails, the publisher will replace the book for free
Pitch-by-pitch route descriptions, ratings, and recommended gear
Detailed topos and clear overview photos
Descent information on multipitch routes
Easy-to-follow driving and approach directions
Climbing history and visitor information for each area
Tips on food, camping, climate, and more
