
Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau
The Riera de Bellús canyon, also known as Saltant del Grau, is a dry route with water only in its pools. The 30-minute approach from Avià follows a track, then a path marked with yellow, passing under a "bauma" (rock shelter) before reaching the stream bed. The descent features 13 rappels, the longest being 20m. The first rappel (6m) is optional, with an alternative downclimb. The second (12m) can be rappelled from a dead tree or downclimbed. Anchors are a mix of parabolts and trees, with some noted as poorly positioned. The route has several escape options. The return walk takes 15 minutes. No wetsuit is needed, and a 2x20m rope is sufficient. This canyon offers a varied descent with some interesting rock formations.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a1-I
- Course length
- 750 m
- Vertical drop
- 150 m
- Where
- Avià, Barcelona
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 42.0774, 1.8221
- Approach
- 30 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 15 min
- Total
- 165 min
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau?
Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau is graded v3-a1-I. The v is the vertical difficulty, the a is how demanding the water is, and the roman numeral is how committing the canyon is once you start.
Where is Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau?
Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau is in Avià, Barcelona, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau take?
About 165 min in total, counting the approach, the canyon itself and the walk back out. Water levels and the size of your group move that either way.
Can I log that I descended Barranc Riera de Bellús o Saltant del Grau?
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