Active tourism
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
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We offer courses and getaways in the best areas of Burgos. On the courses you can train, learn techniques and advance your knowledge. On the getaways, let yourself be guided by the best professionals and enjoy a thrilling experience.
SPORT CLIMBING
on rock
LEVEL
BEGINNERS
GROUPS
6 PEOPLE
Come and enjoy the mountains by visiting incredible climbing areas in Burgos through this exciting activity, where you will learn the basics of outdoor climbing, basic safety rules, types of anchors and techniques of this discipline. It will be an incredible two-day experience with a theory part on climbing techniques and a practical part to try out what you have learned. Do not miss this exciting adventure!
The instructors who run this activity are qualified Sports Technicians in climbing (TD2).
AGE 14+
WHAT DO I NEED TO CLIMB?
We provide all the equipment needed for the activity:
- Dynamic ropes
- Quickdraws
- Locking carabiners
- Cow’s tails (anchor lanyards)
Except for personal equipment (climbing shoes, helmet and harness), which you can bring yourself or hire at SKALA.
SOME LOCATIONS
This activity takes place in the province of Burgos, at the following locations:
- El Diez in the Peñahorada gorge
- Tobes in the municipality of the same name
- Conchuelas in the municipality of Ubierna
These locations have been chosen for their easy access to the sector and the availability of low-grade routes where beginners can practise.
VIA FERRATAS
on rock
LEVEL
BEGINNERS
GROUPS
6 PEOPLE
Get ready for the adventure! Guided by our expert TD2-qualified technicians, you will complete a thrilling mountain route, overcoming challenges such as vertical steps, horizontal sections or suspension bridges and discovering impressive corners of the landscape. No minimum fitness level is required for routes of difficulty K1 and K2. For more complex routes, via ferrata experience and good strength and cardio fitness are required, and the number of participants is reduced to two per technician. Are you up for it?
WHAT DO I NEED TO CLIMB?
We provide all the equipment needed for the route, except helmet and harness (you can hire them if you do not have them):
- Triple-rated rope (single, half and twin)
- Belay/abseil device
- Quickdraws
- Locking carabiners
- Cow’s tails (anchor lanyards)
- Energy absorbers
SOME LOCATIONS
The routes we have selected are:
- Silanes-Mirabeche Via Ferrata
- Sobrón Via Ferrata
- Huerta del Rey Via Ferrata
- Espeja de San Marcelino Footbridge Via Ferrata
MULTI-PITCH CLIMBING
on rock
LEVEL
BEGINNERS
GROUPS
2 PEOPLE
Do you want to learn all the techniques needed to climb multi-pitch routes autonomously and safely? This is your opportunity! We offer a two-day outing with theory and practice so you can discover the thrill of this discipline in the stunning landscapes of the area. Previous completion of the introductory climbing course or equivalent experience is required. You will be accompanied by our TD2-qualified Climbing technicians. What are you waiting for? Ask about the next one!
AGE 14+
WHAT DO I NEED TO CLIMB?
All the equipment needed for this activity, except climbing shoes, helmet and harness, is provided by SKALA:
- Dynamic ropes
- Quickdraws
- Locking carabiners
- Cow’s tails (anchor lanyards)
- Belay/abseil device
- Abseil equipment
- Removable protection (cams and nuts)
- Self-rescue equipment
If you do not have your own personal equipment, do not worry: we have equipment for hire.
SOME LOCATIONS
We propose three incredible settings for this trip:
- Peñas de Larreñigi, route Goxo Goxo
- Silanes, route El Lechoso
- Pancorbo, route Morcillas Aurora
Do you dare?
BOULDERING
on rock
LEVEL
BEGINNERS
GROUPS
8 PEOPLE
Bouldering is done on lower rock faces where no protection is used for progression except the crashpad. We offer you a fantastic opportunity to practise it in unrivalled natural settings through this 8-hour activity to climb, and to share a good meal and climbing stories! A minimum of previous indoor climbing experience is required, although the basics will be reviewed during the course. The technical staff running the activity hold the Sports Technician qualification in Climbing (TD2 Climbing). Share a challenging day on the rock, it will be an incredible experience!
WHAT DO I NEED TO CLIMB?
If you do not have the necessary equipment, do not worry: we provide all the climbing gear you need to climb with complete peace of mind. We will need:
- Climbing shoes
- Chalk
- Crashpads
- Brushes for cleaning holds
SOME LOCATIONS
The areas chosen for this discipline are:
- Las Tuerces (Palencia)
- Santa Gadea de Alfoz (Burgos)
- Ahedo de las Pueblas (Burgos)
- Covaleda (Soria)
Destinations may change depending on the weather, but we will always have a back-up plan so the activity takes place in the best conditions.
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HORARIO Y LOCALIZACIÓN
Lunes a viernes:
7:00* – 23:00
(*apertura recepción 10:00)
Sábados, domingos y festivos:
10:00 – 22:00