Overview
Grade: 7
Total time: 4 hrs
Climbing time: 3 hrs
Approach time: 40 mins
Exit time: 35 mins
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Length: 165m
Rope Length: 60m
Quickdraws: 16
The 'Via Catia - Super Catia' on 'Croce di Ceniga' is a demanding multi-pitch climb, presenting a true challenge for climbers aiming for the Grade 7 mark. The approach is relatively short, leading to the base of this imposing limestone wall. The route itself is a masterclass in vertical limestone climbing. 'Via Catia' forms the initial, perhaps slightly more moderate sections, setting the stage. Then, 'Super Catia' takes over, ramping up the difficulty significantly. Expect sustained technical moves, often on small crimps or delicate slopers, demanding precision and endurance. The exposure grows with each pitch, offering increasingly spectacular views over the Sarca Valley and Lake Garda in the distance. The rock quality is generally excellent, providing secure holds and reliable friction, though some sections might require careful route-finding. The cruxes are well-protected but require focus. It's a journey upwards through a beautiful, exposed environment. Reaching the 'Croce di Ceniga' summit is immensely rewarding. The cross itself stands proudly, marking the high point, and the panoramic views are breathtaking – a well-deserved reward for the effort. The descent is typically via a series of well-equipped abseils, leading directly back down the face or a nearby gully, requiring careful rope management but offering another perspective on the wall you just climbed. 'Via Catia - Super Catia' is more than just a climb; it's an immersive experience that combines physical challenge with stunning natural beauty, leaving a lasting impression of vertical adventure.
