Climbing trip
LAKE GARDA
ITALY
Südtirolalpin
State-certified mountain and ski guides IFMGA
South Tyrol Mountain and Ski Guides Association
Mail suedtirolalpin@gmail.com
Trip duration
7 days
Gardasee – Kletterreise
Between limestone, gelati and the Italian way of life, Arco offers a climbing week that every climber simply has to experience.
Difficulty depending on tour and route choice · 7 days · Arco
Lake Garda climbing trip: Arco is legendary among climbers. One of the oldest, most traditional and most beautiful climbing areas awaits us. The possibilities and the amount of rock in this region are virtually inexhaustible, and new sectors are still being developed and countless new routes opened every year.
Between olive groves and beautiful scenery rise the limestone crags, home to climbing routes of the highest quality. Italian hospitality, superb cuisine and probably the tastiest ice cream from one of the gelaterias in Arco – a town that seems to consist only of sports shops and gelaterias – create an atmosphere you rarely find anywhere else in the world.
If you climb, you have to do it in Arco at least once in your life: the mecca of the climbing scene, so to speak. And that is exactly the appeal of this trip: we have a whole week to pick from the huge range on offer exactly what suits the participants, their appetite for rock and their form on the day.
HIGHLIGHTS
✧ Rock and climbing opportunities as far as the eye can see
✧ The best gelati in the world
✧ Climbing tradition at every turn in Arco
✧ Beautiful scenery and a Mediterranean climate on Lake Garda
✧ Italian hospitality with excellent cuisine
✧ Every climber has to experience Arco
INFO
Services
Included in the price
'- All organisation, planning and all bookings and reservations are handled in advance by the mountain guide
- Professional guiding on site by a state-certified mountain guide
- Mountain guide's fee
- Accommodation
*the final trip price depends on availability, clients' individual wishes and current market prices for accommodation
- Expenses (travel and accommodation) for the mountain guide
- Lift share from South Tyrol
Additional costs for participants
'- Travel to and from Arco
- Food and drinks as well as personal expenses
- Individual tips
* Rental equipment available on request for 20,-€ per item for the entire trip
Facts
Location
Arco and surroundings
Best time of year
Spring and autumn
Duration
7 days
Meeting point
Arco - directly at the accommodation
Requirements
'- Really no requirements – the options around Arco are ideal
- Beginners can learn sport climbing from scratch
- There is no upper limit to the difficulty
Documents
'- Valid identity card / passport
otherwise no special entry documents are required for EU citizens
PRICE
Participants
5 - 8 people
smaller groups or individual trip guiding happily available on request
6 or more people with a second mountain guide
Price
Tailor-made on request
Every trip is priced individually.
The price depends, among other things, on the destination, duration, programme, group size, date and scope of services.
You can find more information about our rates in our terms and conditions.
If you have any questions or need more information, just add them in the comments field of the enquiry form.
Before you send your request: please read the "important information" on the risks of mountaineering carefully.
Dates:
on request
PROGRAMME
Day 1: Arrival
We meet directly in Arco at the accommodation, which will be confirmed when you book, or in South Tyrol, from where we travel together by minibus to Arco. Once we have checked into our accommodation, there will still be plenty of time for some shopping and errands in town, so we are well equipped for the climbing days ahead. Over dinner together, we will set goals and choose climbing areas for the week. I will do my best to respond specifically to the participants' wishes in order to offer the best possible programme.
Days 2-6: Climbing, climbing and more climbing
Arco is full of climbing opportunities in every imaginable aspect, steepness and grade. You will even find plaisir routes alongside alpine multi-pitch routes with short approaches. Depending on the participants' previous experience and ability, a multi-pitch tour might also be possible. Above all, however, we will refine our climbing technique in the excellent sport climbing areas and take on a project or two for the week.
Once our arms are pumped and nothing more goes on the vertical, we round off the days in Arco or right on Lake Garda and, true to the motto dolce far niente, recharge our batteries for the next climbing day. The restaurants where we have dinner serve the best Italian cuisine. It is exactly this mix of rock, good food and relaxed evenings that makes the week.
Day 7: Departure
A whole week of intensive climbing will not pass without leaving its mark. Office hands? Not a chance. With the skin on our fingers worn through, our muscles hardened and our bodies trained, we will head home happy and content. This week of intensive climbing will also leave its mark on our climbing technique, in the best possible way. A thoroughly successful week thus comes to an end as a real enrichment.
Sounds good, but not quite perfect?
No problem: this programme is just one idea of how the trip could look. The length of the trip can be extended or shortened as you wish. I will gladly put together an individual programme for you or your group, tailored entirely to your ideas and wishes.
Simply send a no-obligation enquiry using the form above.
Any changes to the itinerary that may become necessary for various reasons (weather, conditions, accommodation availability, etc.) are always made in consultation with the participants.
DESTINATION FACTS
Trentino
Country: Italy
Population: 550,000
Area: 6,200 km²
Currency: euro
Language: Italian
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
Who is this climbing trip to Arco suitable for?
The week is deliberately kept open. Depending on ability, previous experience and motivation, we choose suitable climbing areas and routes. Even if you simply want to climb a lot of rock and work on your technique, Arco is a perfect fit.
What exactly do we climb during this week?
That depends on the participants and the conditions. Above all, we are out in the superb sport climbing areas around Arco, but depending on the group, multi-pitch routes are also possible. That is exactly the advantage of this trip: the programme is not rigidly reeled off but sensibly adapted.
What equipment do I need to bring?
You will receive the exact packing list with your confirmation email. Most important are your climbing shoes and comfortable clothing for warm days on the rock. Any missing equipment can be rented from Südtirolalpin for a small wear-and-tear fee.
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