Road Trip - New Dates.

The dates for our summer Road Trip have changed to June 28th – July 9th.

The trip will start in Grenoble and head down the Briancon Valley on the way to Ceuse, the Verdon Gorge and Annot. We will then return to Grenoble via Buis Les Baronnies.

Our Road Trip is a great opportunity to explore some of France’s finest climbing areas as well as improve techniques and learn new skills. Coaches on this year’s trip include Lucy Creamer, arguably the UK’s top female climber and highly experienced coach.

Full details can be found at: http://www.climbfrance.com/climbing_course.html#road

Your holiday photos.

Many thanks to everyone who sent us pictures from their holidays with ClimbFrance.

This picture was sent by Graham and Luke Perry who spent six days climbing around Buis les Baronnies last July. They did a mixture of single and multi-pitch climbing as well as sampling the towns market, bars and restaurants.

100 metres up and time to give Dad a hug!

Get out more!

At ClimbFrance we specialise in helping climbers make the move from indoor climbing walls to rock climbing outdoors.

Venturing outside for the first time can be daunting as well as dangerous if not done with the proper equipment, skills and knowledge.

Whether you choose one of our courses, holidays or private guiding, you are guaranteed the best instruction available as well as unrivaled value for money. Add to this the great atmosphere, beautiful weather and fine French food and you have the perfect holiday.

‘Would recommend the beginner’s course to any indoor climbers to inspire them to venture outdoors.’ J. Murray. Surrey.

‘We have thoroughly enjoyed our holiday and would recommend it to anyone who wants to make the transition from indoor to outdoor climbing.’ Chris H. Brighton.

For more information visit the ClimbFrance website or email climbing@climbfrance.com

Winter Sun.

The south of France is a great alternative to many popular winter climbing destinations and has lots of advantages, including:

• Perfect climbing conditions.


• Deserted crags.


• Great value for money accommodation.


• French food and drink!


• Easy low-cost travel links.

Climbfrance can provide transfers, private guiding and help organise accommodation. We can also provide an accurate long range weather forecast to help you plan your trip.

The temperature today at mid-day was 15 degrees and it is sunny with no wind. Climbing is possible on the south facing crags in t-shirts.

If you are interested or need more information please get in touch. climbing@climbfrance.com http://www.climbfrance.com

Sport Relief - climb a vertical mile.

Instead of running a mile for Sport Relief, why not try climbing a mile (much more of a challenge). If you are interested in attempting to climb routes which, when added together their total length works out at a vertical mile (or more) then this may be the challenge for you.

This is a great opportunity to raise a lot of money for a deserving cause, as well as three days multi-pitch climbing in the sun!

ClimbFrance will provide a guide (free) for one or two people to attempt this challenge. The offer is open to climbers who have some experience of multi-pitch climbing and would like to use this as a learning experience, as well as the chance to raise some money.1 days multi-pitch training will be given before the attempt is made.

Climbers will be responsible for their own travel to France and accommodation (although we can sort this out for you). We will also require evidence that a minimum of £400 sponsorship is raised.

Sport Relief weekend is the 15th and 16th of March so you would need to arrive on Thursday 13th for a training / preparation day on Friday 14th.

If you would like more information or to talk things through get in touch.

Ollie Ryall. climbing@climbfrance.com http://www.climbfrance.com

Let the train take the strain!

Over 65% of bookings for this year's courses and holidays will be travelling by train or driving from the UK.

This represents a huge change from previous seasons where around 85% of people flew to France.

Travelling to France by train is fast, efficient, comfortable and without the stress often associated with air travel.

Information about train travel to France can be found at: http://www.raileurope.co.uk or http://www.seat61.com

To help and encourage people to travel by train we are now offering the following discounts:

• £25 off the advertised cost of all courses and holidays.
• Free transfers to many locations in France for Private Guiding.

Private Guiding.

Private guiding lets you make the most of your holiday time and allows you to choose exactly what you do each day.

Whatever your level of ability or experience, private guiding is a great way to learn new skills and techniques as well as increasing your climbing ability.

For full details visit: http://www.climbfrance.com/guiding.html

Book 4 or more days private guiding with ClimbFrance and receive a free prAna t-shirt.

‘Really enjoyable holiday. Excellent climbing locations that fitted very well with our abilities, goals and wishes. Best climbing holiday I have been on – thanks.’ David C. Wolverhampton.

‘I had an excellent time, achieved all I set out to and feel far more confident leading. All round a wonderful time and I hope to return again soon.’ Sarah C. Brighton.