200 m, 6b
G. Llobet, Calleja and Sánchez in august 1974

The first opened route in the Inferior Needle (Aguja Inferior). Very interesting tour on quality rock. The 4th pitch, without review, can be surpassed in A0 with the help of some nut. Very recommended.

Equipment: set of nuts.

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Mascarat - Route 09 - Legend

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. To access the beginning of the route we will have to cross the ravine by the old bridge.

DESCEND 

From the end of the Aguja Inferior we will continue cresting towards the remains of a tower. From here, a path with several handrails will lead us to the Maryvilla Urbanization. 10 minutes.From the end of the Aguja Inferior we will continue cresting towards the remains of a tower. From here, a path with several handrails will lead us to the Maryvilla Urbanization. 10 minutes.