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Working with the BBC on Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job TV series
Feb 11 2025
During summer 2024 we took BBC celebrity Alan Carr on a Via Ferrata route outside the town of Moclin
2 Day trek along the stunning northern side of the Sierra Nevada
Sep 8 2021
This is a short but tough trek along the northern side of the Sierra Nevada covering many remote valleys and mountainsides visiting normally unseen parts of the range.
Walking the Vasar on the North Face of Mulhacen
Aug 9 2021
The Vasar de Mulhacén takes an improbable looking horizontal shelf across the vertical north face of Mulhacén to reach Puntal de Siete Lagunas.
An ascent of the Corazon de la Sandia from Dilar near Granada
Mar 24 2021
The Corazon de la Sandia in the Cumbres Verdes range is one of the finest peaks you can ascend near the city of Granada in southern Spain.
An ascent of the Silleta de Padul from Durcal
Mar 14 2021
The Silleta de Padul makes for a delightful, moderate mountain ascent from Durcal at the western end of the Sierra Nevada range
Top Tips for Getting to the Sierra Nevada
Jan 28 2021
top tips to help you save money and time when you start organising your trip to the magical Sierra Nevada
A short trek on the Sulayr GR240 trail, NE Sierra Nevada
Jun 28 2020
Describes the route on the Sulayr Gr240 between Abrucena and Puerta de la Ragua in June 2020
A review of the Scarpa Marmolada Trek boot
May 28 2020
Ian Tupman reviews the Scarpa Marmolada Trek boot in the Dolomites
A traverse of the Raspones del Rio Seco, Sierra Nevada, Spain
Apr 25 2020
An alpine ridge that gives a great mountaineering experience
Climbing Cerro Torre in books & videos
Apr 22 2020
Amazing videos & books about climbing Cerro Torre, Patagonia
Bivouac on Cerro Los Machos in the Sierra Nevada
Apr 21 2020
Story of enforced bivouac on E face of Cerro los Machos
Guided trail running trips itineraries in Andalucia
Apr 20 2020
Trail Running & Ultra Running training in the Sierra Nevada
Reducing backpack weight for trekking in the Sierra Nevada
Apr 16 2020
How to reduce weight for summer trekking in the Sierra Nevada
Weather Station installed above Lanjaron in the Alpujarras
Aug 18 2018
Weatherflow Station giving weather info in the Alpujarras
Quiet & unusual route up Mulhacen from Trevelez, Spain
May 20 2018
Describes an quiet 3 day trekking route up Mulhacen from Trevelez
Favourite Mountaineering Quotes - some funny, some serious
May 1 2018
A collection of some of the finest and favourite mountaineering quotes of all time
Sea to Summit (Mulhacen) Challenge in under 24 hours
Mar 14 2018
Mediterranean Sea to the summit of Mulhacen in under 24 hours
Winter Mountaineering Courses in Spain's Sierra Nevada
Dec 1 2017
Join winter skills courses in the high, snow sure Sierra Nevada
In Search Of Sunday Solitude up the Poquiera valley
Nov 14 2017
Ian Tupman describes a walk in the Poqueira valley, above Capileira
18 mountaineers rescued in the mists of Sierra Nevada
Sep 5 2017
The Guardia Civil carry out 6 helicopter flights in the Sierra Nevada
Unguided Trekking and Wild Camping in the Sierra Nevada
Aug 10 2017
Self guided wild camping over the main peaks of the Sierra Nevada
NEW for 2017 Walking with Nature - Special Offer Inside
Jan 10 2017
New and exciting 6 day Alpujarras Walking with Nature holiday
Video of the Espolón de Alcazaba, Sierra Nevada
Dec 12 2016
Ascent of ahuge buttress in Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains
Patagonian Icecap Expedition 2016
Dec 11 2016
Expedition in Nov 2016, unsettled weather & enforced route changes
A day in the Sierra Nevada doesn't have to reach a summit!
Aug 13 2016
Its not all about reaching the summit, the overall experience matters!
Out of my comfort zone scrambling Tozal del Cartujo
Jul 17 2016
A scrambling day on the N ridge of Tozal del Cartujo, Sierra Nevada
Arista Sur de La Sagra - Scrambles in Andalucia
Jun 21 2016
La Sagra is one of the best scrambling routes in Andalucía.
Summer Trekking & Scrambling Ideas in the high Sierra Nevada
Apr 21 2016
Escape the heat & head for the high Sierra Nevada mountains
A Ridge Too Far - A Wild, Remote Trek in the Sierra Nevada
Apr 7 2016
Visit to a relatively unknown but wild & remote area of the Sierra Nevada
Patagonian Icecap November 2016 & Cerro Mariano Moreno
Jan 28 2016
Proposed expedition in November 2016 to climb the remote peak of Cerro Mariano Moreno
A Day Above The Clouds
Dec 13 2015
Walking in the Sierra Nevada peaks encircling the Rio Chico above Lanjarón
Tips if you plan Self Guided trekking in the Sierra Nevada
Nov 4 2015
The summer Sierra Nevada provides high quality trekking for self guided groups
Ascents, Lagunas & Sunrise in the Sierra Nevada
Sep 23 2015
7 days of high 3000m mountains, superb lakes & stunning landscapes.
Ascent of the Espolón de Alcazaba, Sierra Nevada
Sep 17 2015
A classic route on the NW face of Alcazaba in Spain's Sierra Nevad
Ascent of the Espolón de la Caldera, Sierra Nevada
Jul 18 2015
An alpine type climb & scramble in Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains
Scrambling & Approach Boot Group Test & Review
Jun 26 2015
We took a pair of Haglofs Roc Icon GT's, Five Ten Guide Tennies, Scarpa Crux's and some La Sportiva Ganda Guides and put them to the test
Walking from Trevélez to Refugio Horcajo, Sierra Nevada
May 29 2015
A linear walk in the Sierra Nevada alongside the Rio Trevélez and then up to the delightful Refugio Horcajo
Living on the Edge, winter ascent Tozal del Cartujo NW ridge
May 4 2015
Ian Tupman makes his first winter ascent of the NW ridge of the Tozal del Cartujo in Spain's Sierra Nevada
Climbing new routes for lost friends in the Sierra Nevada
Apr 2 2015
A gully climb remembering lost friends on Cerro Buitre in the Eastern Sierra Nevada
Scrambling & soaring with eagles Sierra de Huetor, Granada
Mar 4 2015
A birdwatching day turned into a superb scrambling day in the mountains north of Granada
3 Highest Peaks, Sierra Nevada Wild Camping Trek
Feb 28 2015
A superb trekking challenge! 36km high mountain terrain, 2275m ascent over 3 days, highest peaks Sierra Nevada, wild camping
Alpine Mountaineering, N Faces of the Sierra Nevada
Feb 26 2015
The north of Spain's Sierra Nevada mountain range is steep, lined with crags and couloirs. Perfect for middle grade alpine mountaineering
Don't Climb the Yellow Ice, Ice climbing, Sierra Nevada
Feb 11 2015
With recent cold temperatures, ice climbing at Cascadas de Los Militares has come into condition. We just had to go and have a look!
Safety Checklist for the Sierra Nevada Winter Mountains
Dec 30 2014
Safety notes for those intending to head for the higher Sierra Nevada mountains this winter
Expedition Trip Report Patagonian Icecap November 2014
Dec 14 2014
Trip report, personal thoughts and recommendations after this years expedition to the Patagonian Icecap
On Thursday we begin our 2014 Patagonian Icecap Adventure
Nov 11 2014
Soon we leave for Argentina and one of the last true wilderness areas on earth, the Patagonian Icecap. Who knows what adventures it will bring
Sierra Nevada Ski Tours, Courses & holidays
Nov 7 2014
Each winter we have a whole new set of Sierra Nevada Ski Tours, Courses and itineraries for you to enjoy
The Kamchatka Expedition Part 6 – Last few days in Russia
Oct 29 2014
We spent the last days downhill skiing, relaxing and enjoying the delights of downtown Petropavlosk, Kamchatka
Sierra Nevada Snowshoeing Tours - new routes for winter
Oct 20 2014
Discovering new locations to run Snowshoeing Tours in the Sierra Nevada. Sun and fun guaranteed!
Wild Camping In The Sierra Nevada
Sep 26 2014
If you only have a couple of days to spend in the Sierra Nevada and you enjoy wild camping, then this may be the trip for you
Combining trekking on the Sulayr and Sierra Nevada
Sep 5 2014
Combining the Sulayr GR240 trek with the higher regions of the Sierra Nevada can provide for a interesting walking and hiking holiday
Sierra Nevada Scrambling - the ridge of Puntal de la Caldera
Aug 22 2014
The west to east traverse of the Puntal de la Caldera gives fine high altitude Sierra Nevada Scrambling opportunities
Chris Stewart 'Walking over Lemons, Alpujarra Hiking Weeks
Aug 22 2014
We have teamed up with writer Chris Stewart to deliver guided walking holidays in the Alpujarras
The Sierra Nevada Poppy (Papaver Lapeyrousianum)
Aug 2 2014
Information about the rare and unique Sierra Nevada Poppy (Papaver Lapeyrousianum) found in the Sierra Nevada mountains
Trek over Alcazaba and the NE ridge of Mulhacén
Jul 7 2014
A two day trek for the adventurous hiker over some of the roughest and highest parts of Spain's Sierra Nevada, including Mulhacén and Alcazaba
Guide, Jens Foell, climbs Half-Dome in Yosemite
Jul 5 2014
Guide Jens Foell recently fulfilled a dream, that of climbing the incredible Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
5 Tips to lighten your pack for mountain Backpacking Trips
Jun 22 2014
Here are the steps I took to reduce my normal 23kg mountain expedition backpack weight pack down to under 18kg
Kamchatka Expedition 5 - The escape and a very long bus ride
May 29 2014
A very small weather window allowed us to extract ourselves from base camp and return to Klyuchi and eventually Petropavlosk
Kamchatka Expedition 4 - Deteriorating weather
May 29 2014
With the weather worsening, high winds and blizzards kept us precariously placed in base camp
Kamchatka Expedition 3 - weather window at base camp
May 29 2014
Onwards to base camp below the mountain. First attempts
Kamchatka Expedition 2 - Leaving Klyuchi and emergency camp
May 29 2014
Snowmobile journey from Klyuchi towards base camp interupted by bad weather. Emergency camp
Kamchatka Expedition 1 - Getting there
May 29 2014
The journey from Spain to Moscow and onto Klyuchi, Kamchatka
Chris Stewart Charity walk, Spain's Sierra Nevada ridges
May 9 2014
Chris will undertake the task of walking the Sierra Nevada Integral de los Tres Miles in June
Descent from Cerro de Caballo May 2014
May 9 2014
An exhilarating 2 minute ride down Europe's most southerly 3000m mountain, the Cerro de Caballo (3009m) in Spain's Sierra Nevada
Ski Touring on the Cerro de Caballo, Sierra Nevada
Apr 26 2014
Yesterday we did a ski tour up the west flank of Cerro de Caballo, Sierra Nevada. A superb ski day!
No dramas just a day ski touring in the Sierra Nevada
Apr 11 2014
Prefer the wide open, quiet & remote mountains? Backcountry ski touring in the Sierra Nevada!
Cold & blustery winter night camping in the Sierra Nevada
Feb 16 2014
Camping out in the mountains is not always for those long summer days. Want to try out camping in the snow clad mountains of the Sierra Nevada.
Climbing the Canuto Norte del Veleta, Sierra Nevada
Jan 13 2014
Report and video of climbing the Canuto Norte de Veleta, one of the classic mountaineering routes (AD) in the Sierra Nevada
Snowshoeing along the Sulayr GR240 Long Distance Path
Jan 2 2014
After fresh snows the Snowshoeing in the Alpujarras region of Andalucia is a superb experience
Life in the deep freeze, Sierra Nevada in November
Nov 28 2013
We spent an extremely cold November night in a refuge in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Hard to believe that this was in fact southern Spain!
Climbing Trevenque with the Sierra Nevada Twitteros
Nov 17 2013
A group of Sierra Nevada Twitter users met for the first time in the Cumbres Verdes, Granada. What better hike was there than to ascend the peak of Trevenque?
Trek from Lanjarón to Trevélez over the roof of Spain
Nov 4 2013
A multi day trek over the high Sierra Nevada from Lanjarón to Trevélez taking in the main peaks and some surprisingly interesting diversions en route
Origins of the Refugio Caballo Restoration Project
Nov 4 2013
Refugio Caballo, Aug 2011, we help clean the refuge & repair the door
An ascent of Tozal del Cartujo via the north-west ridge
Oct 11 2013
I had stood on the Tozal del Cartujo admiring its impressive ridge stretching away to the north-west. A few months later I knew it just had to be done.
Wet weather & foxes on the ridges of the Sierra Nevada
Oct 8 2013
A report sent in by Dominic Durose who did a solo traverse of Los Tres Miles ridge in the Sierra Nevada at the beginning of October
Los Tres Miles 3 Day Traverse in Spain’s Sierra Nevada
Sep 11 2013
A traverse of Spain’s Sierra Nevada mountains taking in the 3,000+ metre peaks
Trek along the northern flanks of the Sierra Nevada
Sep 8 2013
A little known, but spectacular track the hugs the northern slopes of Spain's Sierra Nevada between the main peaks of Veleta and Mulhacén
Anti Fox Deterrents in the Sierra Nevada
Aug 21 2013
After 5 long multi-day trekking tours in the Sierra Nevada in the past 2 months we have had plenty of time to test our Foxwatch Anti Fox Deterrents
Escape the spanish summer heat on a Group Walking Holiday!
Jul 14 2013
Itinerary for a group mountain walking holiday in the cool and pleasant air of Spain's Sierra Nevada
The Spanish 3000s trek - crossing Los Tres Miles
Jul 12 2013
A crossing of the main Sierra Nevada ridge and picking up as many of the 3000m tops as possible always provides for an entertaining and enjoyable trek
Escape the rat race by high level trekking, Sierra Nevada
Jun 25 2013
2 quiet multi day treks in the SIerra Nevada away from civilisation
Moderate hiking route over Las Alegas to Puente Palo
Jun 23 2013
A moderately graded, varied and interesting summer day's hiking route in the Sierra Nevada
Spanish Highs feature in Trail Magazine July 2013
Jun 11 2013
In May we entertained best selling UK outdoor magazine, Trail. They had never visited the Sierra Nevada. Guess what? They loved it
Skiing off the highest mountain in southern Spain in June!
Jun 5 2013
You are joking. Skiing in June, southern Spain, 2 hours from Marbella. Never, they said disbelievingly. I like a challenge, so set out to prove them wrong
A night at the Mulhacén Hilton
Jun 5 2013
Sleeping on Mulhacen's snow-covered mountain summit isn't everyone’s idea of a good night out but its been on my to do list for quite a while
Sunset and sunrise from the roof of Spain
Jun 5 2013
Describes an overnight camp on the summit of Spain's highest mountain, Mulhacén, with a spectacular sunset and sunrise
One man & his dog 3 days on the Sulayr trek, Sierra Nevada
Jun 1 2013
A 3 day trek between Bayárcal & Trevelez on the Sulayr in Spain's Sierra Nevada National Park
Training for High Altitude, Spain’s Sierra Nevada mountains
May 26 2013
The Sierra Nevada can be used by trekkers and mountaineers training for high mountain challenges such as Kilimanjaro, Mont Blanc or Aconcagua.
Ode to the Sierras from the sunburnt country
May 19 2013
Ryan and Emma did a self guided 5 day trip in the Sierra Nevada, starting at Guejar Sierra, crossing Mulhacén and dropping down to the Alpujarras
Spanish Highs joins Berghaus team ski touring in Kamchatka
May 13 2013
In April 2013 we joined a Berghaus sponsored expedition attempting to make the first snowboard ascent of Klyutchevskoy Sopka (4750m), Kamchatka
Thoughts climbing Mulhacen, highest mountain, mainland Spain
Mar 31 2013
Mulhacen is a technically straightforward peak but high altitude (3482m) and bad weather sometimes catch people out
A land far away with fire breathing mountains to be skied
Mar 4 2013
In April 2013 we join a team led by British snowboarder Julia Pickering to climb and snowboard the largest active volcano in Kamchatka and the Northern Hemisphere
Skijoring in Spain, backcountry skiing with excitable husky!
Feb 17 2013
Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains offer many opportunities for backcountry skiing with or without our four legged friends
First skiers ever to ski this Sierra Nevada valley?
Feb 11 2013
Only a thin ribbon of snow in the gully remained but it turned out to be a superb ski tour in a little known area of the Sierra Nevada
Combining ski touring & mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada
Feb 5 2013
Approach using skis, climb some simple gullies and then ski out again but the additional weight gave a very long day in the Sierra Nevada
Celebrate your birthday in the high Sierra Nevada mountains!
Jan 23 2013
Remote refuge, superlative views, good friends, tasty food, a wee dram. A birthday to remember!
Wading through thigh deep powder snow in the Sierra Nevada
Jan 13 2013
An unexpected overnight dump of snow meant we had to change plans for our two day mountaineering skills trip into Spains Sierra Nevada
Lounging at the Altar of the Patagonian Mountain Gods
Jan 13 2013
Twice I have been privileged to stand in awe beneath one of the most natural cathedrals. This is the Circo de las Altares in southern Patagonia
My Favourite Walk in Las Alpujarras
Dec 20 2012
I have done this walk in Las Alpujarras at every time of the year but this, in my opinion, it is best undertaken in the autumn
A few days rock scrambling in Andalucia
Dec 14 2012
Richard Jones and John O'Connor visited southern Spain and decided to try out some of the superb scrambles that Andalucia has to offer
Ski touring & mountaineering in an icy cold, bitter wind!
Dec 3 2012
Report of an epic cold & icy days ski touring in the Sierra Nevada
Winter mountaineering on Los Raspones, Sierra Nevada
Nov 30 2012
Superb winter mountaineering route in Spain's Sierra Nevada along the long alpine ridge of Los Raspones, graded AD, accessible from Capileira
Still enjoying climbing Mulhacén in a whiteout!
Nov 14 2012
Report from our guide, Jens Foell as he ascends the highest mountain in mainland Spain in poor weather conditions
New scrambling in the Sierra de Huetor N of Granada
Oct 30 2012
Yesterday we continued our development of this quiet area with 3 more scrambling routes in this fascinating mountain area just north of Granada
A walk up the peak of La Concha in the Sierra Blanca
Oct 4 2012
Walking up La Concha (1243m), which is really an interesting series of lumps on a long rocky ridge far above the sea
How to gain quick access to northern Sierra Nevada mountains
Sep 24 2012
Good, quick access to the northern Sierra Nevada via the Loma de Papeles & Refugio Peña Partida
Sizzling under a hot Tabernas desert sun!
Sep 16 2012
Our day trek in the Tabernas desert badlands of Almeria turned into a very hot walk indeed
The Paso de los Guias, Sierra Nevada
Sep 4 2012
The Paso de los Guias is a spectacular shortcut path cutting through a rockface in the Sierra Nevada and requiring a good steady head for heights
Unusual route up Alcazaba 3rd highest peak, Sierra Nevada
Aug 19 2012
A quality day trek to the summit of Alcazaba for those with a spirit of adventure and a head for heights
Is this the most scary walking and trekking path in Spain?
Aug 11 2012
A little know walk through some big cliff scenery in the Sierra Nevada. Amazingly exposed needing a good head for heights. Not technical, just walking. It's called the Veredón Inferior!
State of the mountain refugios & shelters, Sierra Nevada
Jul 10 2012
An update on the state of the refuges, huts & shelters in the Sierra Nevada, Spain
In touch with nature on a walk to the Refugio Elorrieta
Jul 5 2012
Describes a lovely summer walk from Pradollano ski station to the Refugio Elorrieta, with it's magnificent views of the Sierra Nevada mountain range
Birthday party on the Raspones ridges
Jun 16 2012
Clive Fenn recently gave his son an incredible 18th birthday present by taking him along the Raspones ridge in Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains
Trevélez to Lanjarón over the highest parts of Spain
May 29 2012
Report of May 2012 trek in the Sierra Nevada covering all the major peaks
The Elorrieta Virgin
May 18 2012
A report from guest writer Ian Tupman about a first time visit to the Refugio Elorrieta in Spains Sierra Nevada mountains
Trapped for 3 days in the Refugio de Caballo, Sierra Nevada
May 5 2012
Caught by blizzard our group took shelter in Refugio de Caballo for 2 nights. Lack of mobile phone signal shows the importance of satellite communication here
Climbing the west ridge of the Peñón de la Mata, Andalucía
Apr 28 2012
Describes an wonderful mountain day scrambling and climbing on the west ridge of the Peñón de la Mata in the Sierra de Huetor, N of Granada
Climbing the peak of Trevenque in the Cumbres Verdes Granada
Apr 11 2012
Describes an hike to the summit of Trevenque in the Cumbres Verdes near Granada
Pine Processionary Caterpillars dangers, Sierra Nevada
Mar 29 2012
Be careful with the processionary caterpillar in areas of pine forest in the Sierra Nevada
Please look after our mountain refuges in the Sierra Nevada
Mar 21 2012
An open letter to the mindless, thoughtless, people who litter, defacate and ultimately ruin our glorious mountain refuge heritages here in Spain's Sierra Nevada
Insights the mountains & wilderness have shown me this year
Dec 30 2011
New year arrives & it's a good time to reflect on the past 12 mountain months
Ideal newspaper article, Accion Sierra Nevada initiative
Dec 11 2011
On 30 November 2011, The newspaper Ideal published an extensive article on the Accion Sierra Nevada initiative
Oh, Patagonia, to leave you we shall weep!
Dec 9 2011
Poem by Michelle Wakeley about her time spent on our recent Southern Patagonian Icecap Expedition
Best vantage point to view the North Faces, Sierra Nevada
Nov 9 2011
Above Guejar Sierra in Granada, Andalucia, lies an incredible vantage point with superb views south to the snow clad north faces of the Sierra Nevada
Mountain spirit alive with Accion Sierra Nevada initiative
Nov 6 2011
In the past few months Acción Sierra Nevada has emerged as a credible independent platform for improving and conserving the Sierra Nevada mountain environment
Debilitating effects of Snowblindness, a personal experience
Nov 1 2011
My own personal experience on the Patagonian Icecap with becoming snowblind
Snow wall construction to eliminate drifting on leeward side
Oct 25 2011
Sometimes a basic snow wall is not sufficient as the wind drops spindrift on the leeward side, burying tents. So what design would make them more efficient?
Walking from Sea 2 Sky in Andalucia
Sep 22 2011
Ian Tupman describes a challenging walk from the coast at Salobrena to the lofty summit of Mulhacen, highest summit in Spain
Hike to Refugio de Cebollar above Puente Palo, Sierra Nevada
Sep 22 2011
The delapidated Refugio de Cebollar makes an interesting days hiking destination above Puente Palo in the Alpujarras region of southern Spain
Why restoring an old mountain refuge is good for the soul
Sep 3 2011
In the past week we have been helping to restore the Refugio de Caballo, at nearly 3000m in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada, Spain
Climb Mulhacen in a day without covering same ground twice
Aug 21 2011
How to traverse Mulhacen mountain, miss the crowds & get the best views
A night under the stars with my husky friend, Khumbu
Aug 7 2011
It's always great when your mountain adventures can be accompanied by a four legged friend. I took my husky on a trek into the Sierra Nevada
Sunrise from the highest mountain in Spain
Jul 22 2011
When we approached Mulhacen summit, the sun broke through the horizon. All the hard effort and discomfort seemed worthwhile. We were at the highest point in mainland Spain
Silver-studded Blue Butterflies on Mulhacen, Sierra Nevada
Jul 22 2011
Came across the Silver Studded Blue Butterfly on the slopes of Mulhacen at 2600m this week. This butterfly rests on the branches at dusk and makes for a perfect photo opportunity against the fading light
Trekking North to South across the Sierra Nevada
Jul 21 2011
Report of a two day high level July trek in Spain's Sierra Nevada, from the ski centre in the north to Lanjaron in the south camping by a high mountain lake overnight
Tajos Altos, the hidden mountain of the Sierra Nevada
Jul 20 2011
Tajos Altos is a somewhat reclusive mountain in the Sierra Nevada but it is in fact a superb mountain in it's own right
Is the Raspones the best ridge scramble in Spain?
Jul 17 2011
The jagged ridge of the Raspones provides a high class scramble and mountaineering route to the main ridge line of the Sierra Nevada. It is not done very often, so we decided to check it out
Villavientos refuge provides a high class mountain refuge
Jul 16 2011
The unguarded Villavientos refuge is situated at 3040m on the southern slopes of Loma Pelada in the Sierra Nevada.
Camping in high mountain country north of Siete Lagunas
Jul 4 2011
Kiersten Rowland describes a 2 day trek camping by high mountain lakes and enjoying some of the wildest scenery and nature that the Sierra Nevada National Park has to offer
Winter mountaineering on the longest day in southern Spain
Jun 23 2011
There's good mountaineering in late spring but early alpine start is essential
Retreat is not defeat, a June day in the snows of the Sierra
Jun 21 2011
The following report has been sent in by guest writer, Muhz Ham, after sampling a June day in the high Sierra Nevada snows
How to deal with the problem of foxes in the Sierra Nevada
Jun 14 2011
Report from Trevor Hartley detailing encounters with our Sierra Nevada foxes over a four night period and suggests how you should deal with the problem of fox related attacks
Mobile Cell Phone Coverage in the Sierra Nevada mountains
Jun 13 2011
Don't head into the mountains of the Sierra Nevada thinking that you will always be able to rely on mobile cell phone coverage for messages, help
Night ascent of Mulhacen, highest mountain in mainland Spain
May 31 2011
James Jackson took faithful hound, Max, on a night ascent of Mulhacen
The ascent of Cerrillo Redondo - skiing up my back garden
Apr 5 2011
The snow had retreated uphill. We aimed to start low at 1800m but would we still find good ski touring on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountains?
Plan a weeks mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada mountains
Mar 29 2011
What to think about when planning your self guided winter mountaineering trip to the Sierra Nevada in Spain. A multitude of factors have to be considered
Mountaineering traverse of the Raspones ridge, Sierra Nevada
Mar 17 2011
A recent report on a rare mountaineering traverse of the Raspones de Rio Seco in Spains Sierra Nevada by Gary Brown and friends
A first visit to Lanjaron by mountaineer John Ormsby in 1866
Mar 14 2011
In 1866, an English explorer, member of the Alpine Club of London, John Ormsby, came to visit the Sierra Nevada, the Alpujarra and my home town of Lanjarón.
The effects of windchill when in the mountains
Mar 12 2011
Windchill is a factor we take into account when we visit the high Sierra Nevada. We ignore it at our peril.
All the seasons in one week in the Sierra Nevada
Mar 8 2011
In the Sierra Nevada you really can have 4 seasons packed into a week of winter mountaineering
A day of surprises snowshoeing in the Sierra Nevada
Feb 28 2011
A day full of surprises as we enjoyed the mountaineering and winter potential of the Sierra Nevada.
Skiing down Mulhacen, highest mountain in mainland Spain
Feb 20 2011
What is it like to ski down Mulhacen, the highest mountain in Spain? Jens Foell has a marvelous descent in perfect powder snow conditions
Ski touring in the bowls of San Juan, Sierra Nevada
Feb 15 2011
We arrived at the Hoya de la Mora in the Sierra Nevada to find perfect weather and snow conditions for ski touring
More fox related attacks on campers at Siete Lagunas
Feb 3 2011
Report from Martin Kuster who had his mountaineering trip ruined not only by the poor weather, but also by a series of fox attacks
Alternative winter sports available in the Sierra Nevada
Jan 17 2011
The Sierra Nevada makes a wonderful winter holiday destination. When snow is in abundance there are many more ways for you to enjoy this winter wonderland.
Snowshoeing in the forests of the Alpujarras
Jan 10 2011
There is no finer place to enjoy a day's snowshoeing after recent snowfall than above Puente Palo in the pine forests of the Alpujarras
A cold night out in the ruined Refugio Cebollar
Dec 16 2010
We spent a cold night in the ruins of the relatively unknown Cebollar Refugio 2500m in the heart of the Sierra Nevada
Travel Advice & Recommendations to El Chalten, Patagonia
Dec 9 2010
Our own personal recommendations and help for mountaineers, trekkers and travellers visiting the town of El Chalten in southern Patagonia.
Rescue efforts fail to aid climbers on Patagonian Glacier
Dec 4 2010
The rescue efforts to aid 3 climbers continue on the Patagonian Icecap. 2 Argentine guides and their Mexican client are trapped on the Nunatek Viedma.
The Climax is the Coming Back from a Dangerous Place
Dec 3 2010
A summary of the Spanish Highs Patagonian Icecap Expedition 2010 which has just returned from Argentina.
Walking in the desert badlands near Tabernas, Almeria
Nov 4 2010
Remarkable, barren badlands of Tabernas, Almeria provide rich walking and hiking opportunities in unique European environment. Our latest foray into the wild and dramatic desert land near Tabernas came a few weeks ago. We have developed a great full day's desert walking tour taking in some of the very best bits.
The area is characterised by dry valleys (ramblas) and steep sided ravines. Contrastingly, some ramblas are lush with green vegetation especially bamboo and make for difficult walking.
Spectacular desert scenery
We follow in the footsteps of Clint Eastwood and Lee Van Cleef as, en route, we visit some important film locations from "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly", "For a Few Dollars More" and "A Fistful of Dollars". Both "Lawrence of Arabia" and "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" had locations here too, that our day's walking tour visits.
Typical badlands vistas in the Tabernas desert
Well worth a visit if you happen to be in the Almeria region of southern Spain. It is good value round here too. Accommodation and prices are considerably lower than other areas of Spain, making it good for a Cheap Holiday destination.
The highest mountains are not necessarily always the best
Oct 25 2010
Here in southern Spain's Alpujarras we have been enjoying the relatively unknown delights of an fascinating little peak called Giralda.
Mountain hut construction in the Rio Lanjaron, Sierra Nevada
Sep 25 2010
A insight into why the high mountain shelters of the upper Rio Lanjaron valley of the Sierra Nevada were originally constructed
Scrambling the magnificent Cavall Bernat ridge, Mallorca
Sep 12 2010
Report of scrambling and climbing along the wonderful Cavall Bernat ridge in Mallorca, probably the best high class ridge scramble in the med!
Walking and scrambling routes across the NW face of Alcazaba
Sep 11 2010
There are some ingenious walking and scrambling ways across the steep north west flank of Alcazaba in Spain's Sierra Nevada.
Cerro Grande, Cerro Adela and Walter Bonatti
Aug 24 2010
In February 1958 both peaks were traversed in one amazing day by the incomparable Walter Bonatti and his climbing partner, Carlo Mauri.
Night shift on a pistebasher at the Sierra Nevada
Aug 22 2010
A first experience of being in a pistebasher when I joined my friends night shift in the Sierra Nevada
3 day trek over highest parts of Spain
Aug 19 2010
Describes a multi day trek over the highest parts of Spain taking in the highest peak, Mulhacen and the remote and quiet fortress of Alcazaba.
5 best Mallorca mountain days scrambling & birdwatching
Aug 3 2010
In Mallorca combine some amazing mountain and gorge scrambling with opportunities for great walking, scrambling and birdwatching. Combined with the mountain and sea backdrops it is a potent mix.
Water sources trekking in the high Sierra Nevada in summer
Jul 24 2010
Describes the sources from where can you obtain reliable drinking water when trekking in the Sierra Nevada this summer
Reforesting area of Sierra Nevada burnt by fire 2005
Jul 1 2010
Restoration work continues after wildfire in 2005 on the southern slopes of the Cerra de Caballo above Lanjaron
Snow Climbing on the Cerro de Caballo in June
Jun 22 2010
Its June but we managed to catch the best snow conditions and had a great days climbing around the Cerro de Caballo
A tough 14 hours walking around the upper Lanjaron Valley
Jun 17 2010
Clive Fenn embarks on a 14 hour mega day walking around the head of the Lanjaron valley with 2000m ascent and 3000m descent!
Review of Deuter Aircontact Pro expedition rucksack
Jun 4 2010
Testing the Deuter Aircontact Pro rucksacks in the Sierra Nevada for forthcoming expeditions to Patagonia. But how did they perform?
Crossing the Sierra Nevada in full winter conditions in June
Jun 2 2010
You dont expect huge snowfields in June but this 2 day trek met just such conditions before dropping down to the heat of Lanjaron!
A walk along the GR7 long distance path in the Alpujarras
May 6 2010
A favourite walk in the Alpujarras is from Capileira to Lanjaron along the GR7. Passes through spectacular scenery and white villages and is mostly downhill!
Hidden gem of Trevenque, Cumbres Verdes mountains, Granada
Apr 26 2010
The Cumbres Verdes just SE of Granada offers so much good walking especially for those with an exploratory and adventurous nature
Brilliant sunrise following night ascent of Mulhacen, Spain
Apr 25 2010
An alpine start followed by glorious sunrise as we summited Mulhacen, the highest mountain in mainland Spain.
Eagle Ski Club ski mountaineering trip to the Sierra Nevada
Mar 15 2010
A good weeks ski touring despite some adverse weather. The party skied Mulhacen, the highest peak in mainland Spain
A hard days snowshoeing in the Sierra Nevada
Feb 24 2010
A hard snowshoeing trek to and from the Poqueira hut in Spain's Sierra Nevada mountains in difficult snow conditions
8 Backcountry ski descents from Mulhacen, Sierra Nevada
Feb 18 2010
Mulhacen is a magnificent ski touring peak. What ski descents are available for backcountry skiing enthusiasts?
Relaxed ski touring on Cerrillo Redondo, Sierra Nevada
Jan 21 2010
A marvellous day's ski touring in the Sierra Nevada. Good weather, great snow conditions and no other people!
Winter traverse of 3000m peaks runs into fox problems
Dec 15 2009
Some food got stolen by foxes and we had to abandon plans for a winter 3000m peak traverse
Tents for mountain use in the Sierra Nevada & Patagonia
Nov 4 2009
A review of the tents we currently use and recommend for year round mountain use in the Sierra Nevada, Alps and Patagonia.
Rescue in the Sierra Nevada in cases of negligence
Oct 2 2009
Rescued are to be charged cost of recovery if found to have acted in an unreasonable or negligent way
West ridge of the Puntal de la Caldera, Sierra Nevada
Aug 28 2009
Scrambling ridge traverse in the Sierra Nevada of Puntal de la Caldera from west to east
Trekking the 3000m peaks of the Spain’s Sierra Nevada
Jul 10 2009
Volker Krenz reports on his experiences on a 4 day high level trek climbing peaks in the Sierra Nevada
Advice summer walking on Los Tres Miles, Sierra Nevada
Jul 5 2009
Chiz Dakin gives advice about high level trekking Los Tres Miles, Sierra Nevada, Spain
Spaghetti Western Film Locations near Tabernas
May 31 2009
Some of the movies and film locations in the desert scenery around Tabernas in Almeria
Patagonia Icefield Expedition Diary 2010
Apr 18 2009
Report from Jane Fields on her experiences on the Patagonian Icefield Expedition in 2010
El Pulpito - mountain gem in the heart of the Sierra Nevada
Jan 12 2009
An interesting side excursion into quiet and relatively unknown area of the Sierra Nevada
Los Tres Miles traverse the main peaks of the Sierra Nevada
May 27 2008
Robert Sharp describes his experiences on Los Tres Miles Integral trek in the Sierra Nevada, Spain