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September 2007 marked a huge step forward in rock climbing in Malta because after 20 years the first climbing guide was published.The first recorded climbing to be documneted on the island, apart from fishermen challenging eah other along the coast, was in the 1940's when British troops bolted some routes for soldoers to train on. Since then, climbing as a sport was carried on from generation to generation and from friend to friend till it has become what it is today. 1,300 documneted routes, hundreds of bouldering problems and potential left for another 100 years.
The weather in the Maltese islands is perfect for outdoor climbing practically all year round and with no venomous animals, plenty of warm sea and little rainfall it's just paradise. DWS here in summer is especially cool!
The guide offers a detailed overview of everything that one needs to know when climbing in Malta starting from the weather and fauna one might encounter and up to technical details regarding bolting of new routes. There are illustrated maps that show how to reach the grag, where to park your car and how long you have to walk to get to the rock! Every route is graded, given a short description and tips on how and when it's best to be tackled. Traditional routes far outnumber sport routes but there's plenty for everyone to go round.
For more information visit the official web site: www.climbmalta.com
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