250 m, 5+
G. Llobet y J. Bertomeu in February 1974
A classic. It was the first open route on this needle. Its obvious layout and affordable grade make it one of the most repeated in the area. Elegant climbing with good atmosphere.
Equipment: set of nuts and a set of friends.
LOCATION AND ACCESS
BASE
We can access the N-332 or the AP-7. If you take the motorway, take exit 64 Altea/Calp to continue on the N-332 towards Calp/ Valencia. We will cross the characteristic tunnels that pierce the walls of the Barranco del Mascarat and continue about 600 meters in the direction of Calp, until we find on our right the entrance to the urbanization Maryvilla, where we can leave our vehicle.
Position: 38º 38’22” N - 0º 0’49” E
APPROXIMATION
Walk about 600 meters along the side of the road until you reach the tunnels.
DESCEND
To descend from the Superior Needle (Aguja Superior) we will follow the grassy turn in a south direction, signposted with some stone landmark. After a short crossing with third degree steps, we will continue descending slightly until we reach the train track, next to the road. We will continue towards Calp through the tunnels, until we find the urbanization Maryvilla. 25 minutes.