Embark on a journey to the world's hidden gems with "Vertical Destinations" - a curated collection of blog posts tailored for the wild at heart and the adventurous of spirit. Here, we unravel the secrets of less-traveled climbing and skiing spots, destinations waiting to be discovered, climbed, and skied. Each entry paints a vivid picture of untouched terrains, pristine snow-covered landscapes, and rugged cliffs, away from the bustling crowds. These are tales of breathtaking ascents, thrilling descents, and the serene beauty that lies in-between. "Vertical Destinations" is more than just a travel guide; it's an invitation to venture off the beaten path, to seek out the world's vertical wonders, and to carve your own trails in places only few have dared to tread.
In the northern part of the Scandinavian lands rise a 90 km mountain range of beautiful white landscape, which, not for nothing, is named after the famous iconic European ridge. The Lyngen Alps are a unique landscape and a tremendous alpine climbing playground, containing around 140 glaciers with summits up to 1833 meters.
Wed 15 Feb 2023
Kalymnos is a picturesque Greek island in the southeastern Aegean Sea that has gained significant attention in recent years for its world-class rock climbing. But the island has a rich history that goes back thousands of years. In this blog post, we will take a look at the history of Kalymnos and how it has become a popular destination for rock climbers.
Skiing has been an integral part of Norwegian culture for thousands of years. The sport is intertwined with the country’s rich historical heritage and traditions for good and obvious reasons. Norway is known for its magnificent white landscapes; the fjords and fjellos are spread all over the mighty land, which makes sliding on snow and ice very accessible.
Sir Abercrombie (“Filthy”) Lewker, a former commando and pompous Shakespearean actor is a fictional character invented by the English writer Glynn Carr. Filthy solves murders while mountaineering. One of his deed was the resolution of a mysterious murder in Snowdonia, presented in the book Death on the Milestone Buttress...
Iceland, often conjured in the mind as a realm of icy landscapes, geysers, and the mesmerizing Northern Lights, is not just a physical land but a confluence of history, literature, and geology. Let's embark on a journey that traverses its diverse terrains, both literary and geological, while unveiling the rich tapestry of its past.
Sat 25 Feb 2023
Berlin is a city steeped in history and culture, with a rich and complex past that has left its mark on the urban landscape. For those interested in exploring the city's hidden corners and forgotten spaces, urbex and climbing offer a unique and exciting way to experience Berlin's history and architecture.
Fri 27 Jan 2023
The beautiful Aguglia Goloritzé is known to be one of Sardinia’s finest climbing routes of excellent limestone rock over an incredible turquoise-coloured sea. The 140 metre cliff rises from the beach of Cala Goloritzé, offering a few different paths with varied difficulty levels from 5c to 7b+ and changing styles of sport and trad climbing.
First part. Notes and insights of a local climber from Berlin, Germany, who tries to set the inner conflict of being a climber, connected to the mountains, and still deciding to live in a flat big city. Dealing with the opportunities one must forgo, the desire to travel it maintains and the creativity it requires to find what to climb on.
