Barranc del Solà
The Barranc del Solà, near Astell, offers a 45-minute approach up a zigzagging track, cutting corners where possible. You'll pass the Barranc de les Forques before reaching the Solà. The descent features 11 rappels, with the longest being 27m. The first drop is a downclimb, followed by a spectacular 14m rappel. The second, 18m, can be split by an intermediate anchor. A 10m rappel from a hazelnut tree (missing maillon) leads to further descents. Anchors are excellent, with parabolts and chemical bolts. Water levels should be assessed from the road. A full wetsuit and two 30m ropes are recommended. The return is a short 10-minute walk.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a2-II
- Course length
- 650 m
- Vertical drop
- 235 m
- Where
- Astell, Lleida
- Country
- Spain
- Coordinates
- 42.4031, 0.9653
- Approach
- 45 min
- In the canyon
- 180 min
- Walk out
- 10 min
- Total
- 235 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
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Frequently asked
How hard is Barranc del Solà?
Barranc del Solà is graded v3-a2-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 Solà?
Barranc del Solà is in Astell, Lleida, Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranc del Solà 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 Barranc del Solà?
Yes. Open Barranc del Solà 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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