Barranc del Forat de Bóixols
The Barranc del Forat de Bóixols – Afluente Derecho offers a 2-hour descent with 2 main rappels (plus 2 more in the main canyon) and a maximum rappel of 15m. The approach is a short 10-minute walk from Bóixols village, following the return path initially before descending into the streambed. The return takes 30 minutes. The descent begins with several downclimbs, leading to a 4m single-point rappel. This is followed by a 15m rappel into a nice pool and a 10m rappel before joining the main Forat de Bóixols canyon. Equipment consists of parabolts with rings. Full wetsuits are recommended. The route is suitable for those seeking a moderate aquatic experience with good anchoring.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a2-III
- Course length
- 350 m
- Vertical drop
- 165 m
- Where
- Bóixols, Lleida
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 42.1705, 1.1633
- Approach
- 10 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 30 min
- Total
- 160 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranc del Forat de Bóixols?
Barranc del Forat de Bóixols is graded v3-a2-III. 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 Forat de Bóixols?
Barranc del Forat de Bóixols is in Bóixols, Lleida, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranc del Forat de Bóixols take?
About 160 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 Forat de Bóixols?
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