Canal de la Selleta de Pinell
The Canal de la Selleta de Pinell, near Mas de Barberans, offers a dry descent with excellent chemical anchors. The 40-minute approach involves a steep path and a short, pathless descent into the streambed. No wetsuit is needed. The canyon features 11 rappels, starting with a 4m drop, followed by a 9m and an 8m rappel with an exposed exit. The first longer rappel is 16m, followed by an 11m vertical drop. The longest rappel is 21m. The route is short, with a 20-minute return. This canyon is a good option for those seeking a vertical, dry experience with well-equipped rappels and no escape routes. A 2x30m rope is required.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a1-III
- Course length
- 200 m
- Vertical drop
- 100 m
- Where
- Mas de Barberans, Tarragona
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 40.7346, 0.3742
- Approach
- 40 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 20 min
- Total
- 180 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
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Frequently asked
How hard is Canal de la Selleta de Pinell?
Canal de la Selleta de Pinell is graded v3-a1-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 Canal de la Selleta de Pinell?
Canal de la Selleta de Pinell is in Mas de Barberans, Tarragona, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Canal de la Selleta de Pinell take?
About 180 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 Canal de la Selleta de Pinell?
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