The biggest climbing festival in Spain’s history, Climbing Madrid 2024, has been a resounding success. Driven by the Community of Madrid and with the collaboration of l’Ajuntament d’Arroyomolinosthe event has had prominent sponsors such as Renfewhich has been a fundamental pillar thanks to its commitment and support to the talent and improvement of athletes.
Climbing Madrid, a festival that has united professional climbers, amateurs and enthusiasts
For a week, Arroyomolinos became the epicenter of climbing, and offered more than 60 hours of exciting activities in a festival that combined live music, sport and gastronomy in an unparalleled atmosphere. In addition, the Spanish Championship of Difficulty and Paraclimbing it was an outpouring of talent and effort on the part of the Spanish athletes.
Spanish Championship of Difficulty / .
Inspirational talks with renowned climbers
Renfe brought us to Climbing Madrid interesting conversations and motivational interviews from international figures such as the American climber Chris Sharma and the two-time bouldering world champion, the British one Shauna Coxsey. With a master of ceremonies, the renowned Madrid climber and alpinist Carlos Suarez.
This conversation space added experience and passion for a sport that unites people from all over the world.
Professional climbers Chris Sharma and Carlos Suárez / .
The Spanish Championship of Difficulty
The imposing wall of international competition – certified by the IFSC-, which was used for the Championship witnessed impressive movements full of technique, strength and dynamism, such as the one that gave victory to Iziar Martínez on the last step before reaching the top, earning a unanimous ovation from the audience for his exceptional execution; the same that Mikel Linacisorio, who impressed everyone in attendance by overcoming a particularly tricky roof section thanks to his good tactics and determination, securing first place in the Spanish Difficulty Championship. Likewise, the youth categories sub14, sub16 i sub18 they were a true display of new talent.
Paraclimber at the Spanish Difficulty Championship / .
For its part, the paraclimbing competition inspired everyone with stories of overcoming such as that of Sergio Aznárezblind and autistic climber competing for the first time, or that of Good Muñoz, who discovered climbing as part of his rehabilitation after an accident, and turned it into a hobby. Athletes with various disabilities who showed that there are no barriers when it comes to passion and effort. There is no doubt that these athletes left the level of paraclimbing in Spain very high.
Contest: Test your climbing knowledge
During the Climbing Madrid event, attendees were able to enjoy, thanks to Renfeof a concurs entertained by to test theirs knowledges about this exciting sport that is theclimbing. And so, they had the opportunity to demonstrate their ability by answering questions of three different levels of knowledge.
The enthusiasm of the participants that day good atmosphere that was experienced at the event generated a relaxed atmosphere full of good times. The winners of the competition were presented with different prizes.
Contest: Knowledge about climbing / .
Mur popular
But Climbing Madrid was not only for climbing professionals. A ‘boulder’ wall of 5 meters high and 30 wide it was made available for everyone to experience climbing for absolutely free. Under the supervision of specialized instructors, both beginners and fans could enjoy the sport in a safe and welcoming environment. In total 7,700 people tried this structure similar to that used in Cup of Spain
Climbing the popular wall / .
L’gastronomic and musical offer was another strong point of the festival. A variety of food trucks offered culinary delights while different bands and DJs kept the atmosphere lively throughout the week. Every day was a celebration for all the senses.
Chris Sharma and Shauna Coxsey: People’s Wall Display / .
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