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Sainte Victoire climbing day tour

Sainte Victoire guided rock climbing day tour

Get the chance to climb Sainte Victoire, close to Aix en Provence, together with local IFMGA certified guide, Laurent. Access amazing climbing routes and enjoy the views from this mountain he appreciates very much.


DURATION

1 Day

OFFER PERIOD

All year

FITNESS LEVEL

Occasional

SKILL LEVEL

Beginner

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

5.0

Based on 1 reviews

Description

Sainte Victoire, located close to Aix en Provence, is one of my favourite mountains to go rock climbing. I enjoy very much bringing my friends and clients there for a day. It is just next to my hometown so I know the place very well! 

I like this climbing spot because it provides a great mix between the lovely atmosphere of La Provence and the alpine environment. The quality of the limestone is amazing and the colors make the place unique. The landscapes surrounding the mountain have inspired the famous painter Paul Cézanne.

During the winter, when reaching the top of Sainte Victoire (1000m), you might see on one side, the snow-capped mountains of the Alps and on the other side, the Mediterranean sea.

I guide there climbers of all levels: beginners as well as experienced mountaineers. Routes’ difficulty level goes up to 6b. The way up can be adapted based on climbers’ level.

Les Moussaillons might be ideal for those who already have some climbing experience and wish to try their hand at a multi-pitch route. It is 400 meters long and has a 4c-5a grading.

Le Grand Parcours is a great multi-pitch route for more skillful climbers. It is also 400 meters long with a grading of 5c.

With the very beginners, I’ll plan an itinerary that mixes rock climbing and hiking, using the rope up to the summit.

I recommend that you avoid the Summer months because of the heat. The best period to climb in Sainte Victoire is from mid September and mid June.

Feel free to send me a request and let’s start planning a great day together! I’ll pick you up in Aix en Provence and we will drive together to the bottom of the mountain.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


Details

More info

I can provide you with an harness and a helmet. You'll need to come with your own climbing shoes.

Meeting point

We can meet in the center of Aix en Provence. We can then use my car to reach Sainte Victoire.

About the guide: Laurent

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Laurent

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Mountain Guide

Languages

French | English

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What people are saying about this trip

Avni

5.00

My experience in Aix-en-Provence was completed by getting to climb les Calanques near Marseilles. Laurent is an incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth guide. He was encouraging of my climbing ability and patient with me learning climbing-specific French. Along with the breathtaking views of the surrounding water, there is a wonderful cave through which we set up a rope. After climbing, I went for a refreshing swim too! The location, climbing, and guide were all stellar.

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