Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada
The Barranco de la Pixera, or l'Abeurada, is a vertical canyon with 6 rappels, the longest being 35m. The approach from the Capafonts parking takes 50 minutes, following a path past the Foradada rock formation and a spring, then descending to the riverbed. Equipment is generally good, using 2x40m ropes. The descent starts with a 35m rappel. The canyon is carved into limestone rock. A wetsuit top is recommended. There is one escape route available. The return walk takes 35 minutes. The canyon was equipped in 2017.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a1-II
- Course length
- 650 m
- Vertical drop
- 150 m
- Where
- Capafonts, Tarragona
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 41.2949, 1.0270
- Approach
- 50 min
- In the canyon
- 150 min
- Walk out
- 35 min
- Total
- 235 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada?
Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada 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 Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada?
Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada is in Capafonts, Tarragona, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada take?
About 235 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 Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada?
Yes. Open Barranco de la Pixera o de l’Abeurada in the app, log the descent with the date and who came along, rate it and add your photos. It then counts on your profile.
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