Gourette
Estación de ski Gourette, Aquitaine
1 routes · 8b+
Gourette, near the ski resort in Aquitaine, is a high-mountain limestone crag with a single route, 6b, in the Pic des Coutchets sector. The rock quality varies, from compact and grippy to fragile flakes, with slabs, cracks, and dihedrals. Due to its altitude, Gourette is best in summer when the ski resort is quiet. The northeast aspect of Pic des Coutchets means it can be cold. Approaches are comfortable thanks to ski pistes, but be aware of sudden weather changes typical of high mountain environments. The approach to Pic des Coutchets is 60 minutes.