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winter are two different European ice climbing venues at which
you can experience a wide variety of icefall climbing. The
base in Norway will be Rjukan and for France we stay near
Vallouise. Both are easily accessed from the UK by air to
either Oslo or Turin, plus an onward journey by road.
Dates2008/09: By arrangement
Cost: £1,100.00 each
(5 days climbing)
NB: Two people are required
for courses to run. If you cannot find a partner it may be
possible to match two individuals for the course.
 What
does this include? Accommodation in a self-cater
apartment/chalet. Serviced accommodation can be provided,
please ask for details.All of the instructor/guides (1:2
ratio) expenses and in course travel, plus airport transfers*.
All ropes and climbing protection.
*Airport transfers will be provided
by arrangement
 What
is not included: Food unless you would prefer
us to purchase in advance. Both locations have good food stores
and the prices are on a par with the UK. Flights and travel
climbing insurance. Insurance with The
BMC or similar cover is essential.
Experience Required: The introductory
courses would suit people with some previous Scottish winter
climbing experience, but not to a high grade. For more advanced
ascents, Scottish grade IV would be a good entry level. The
courses are flexible to allow for a variety of experience.
Please make a point of outlining clearly, previous routes
climbed in the UK when filling in the booking form. The steepness,
severity and quality of alpine icefalls are different from
Scotland and purely on frozen waterfalls. Access is often
short. Good physical preparation is important. The ice is
hard in consistency and good equipment is essential. The latest
gear is available for course members to try, although we do
encourage clients to use their own if possible and appropriate.
The routes range from short to long (ten pitches) and are
of all grades of difficulty.
Equipment:
Ice Climbing Kit This is essentially our Scottish kit
list. Stiff boots (B3) and crampons (C3) are essential, along
with good warm clothing
 ........"Rjukan
is considered one of Europe’s best areas for ice climbing.Over
140 ice ‘waterfalls’ and an especially long and
stable winter season makes for very attractive conditions
for climbers from around the world.
Rjukan Hytteby has become the main centre for climbers because
of its proximity to both climbing areas and town centre. Here
you’ll meet fellow climbers from all over Europe"......
 This
is how a local tourist website Rjukan
Ice Climbing in Norway describes the area. Also, this
location has become extremely popular for introducing climbers
of all abilities to the varied levels of climbing available.
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