Tag Archives: Sierra Nevada

Ascent to Pico de Mulhacén (Sierra Nevada)

It was my second visit to the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Southern Spain (Andalusia), and opposed to the winter season I had not to deal with snow and ice this time but with summer heat, obviously.

Located in this mountain range is (Pico de) Mulhacén, the highest peak in continental Spain boasting 3479 meters AMSL.

The only Spanish mountain surpassing Mulhacén is Pico del Teide (3715 meters AMSL) … read more

11 Basic Mountaineering Preparations

Mountaineering is a dangerous pastime, make no mistake about it.

Past weekend I suffered a fall in the Dolomites and injured my left arm badly, yet training and a fair share of luck saved me from far worse injuries.

So now is as good a time as any to give some information and guidance as to hazard prevention and preparations when making a mountain tour what I hope is helpful … read more