Barranc del Faixó de Palomet
The Barranc del Faixó de Palomet, near Mas de Barberans, is a dry canyon with a 1h 15min approach that includes a section equipped with chains. The descent is short and does not require a wetsuit. Anchors are primarily natural (trees) with some older spits. The canyon features 7 rappels, starting with a delicate 4m downclimb or rappel from a tree. Subsequent rappels include an 8m drop, an 11m vertical section, a 5m rappel from a thin tree, another 8m drop, and an 18m rappel down narrow ramps. The longest rappel is 18m. The return is a quick 10-minute walk. This canyon is suitable for those comfortable with natural anchors and offers a varied, though short, vertical experience. A 2x20m rope is needed.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a1-II
- Course length
- 300 m
- Vertical drop
- 110 m
- Where
- Mas de Barberans, Tarragona
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 40.7346, 0.3742
- Approach
- 60 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 10 min
- Total
- 190 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranc del Faixó de Palomet?
Barranc del Faixó de Palomet is graded v3-a1-II. 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 del Faixó de Palomet?
Barranc del Faixó de Palomet is in Mas de Barberans, Tarragona, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranc del Faixó de Palomet take?
About 190 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 del Faixó de Palomet?
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