Welcome to the official site of the
Malta Rock Climbing Club (MRCC)
The MRCC is Malta’s longest established climbing club, its members being some of the islands’ most passionate and committed hard-core climbers. The club regularly organises events and initiatives, and is responsible for some of the islands’ major climbing projects.
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An Afternoon of Strenuous Effort in Marfa Ridge Cave
The stormy weather which hit the islands on Sunday prompted the MRCC to head back to Marfa Ridge cave where climbers gathered to test their mettle on the mega overhangs all round. After a warm-up on the only 6a route, to the far right of the cave, everyone attempted the attractive yet energy-draining route Crazy…
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Over 30 people attend Saturday’s event for beginners!
As the days are getting shorter, the summer evening sessions for beginners which had been gaining popularity have come to an end, and the MRCC had to find an alternative time for people who are new to the sport to test their rock climbing skills… Last Saturday’s session proved to be a well-organized event during…
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MRCC and the MTA host leading UK photographer
The MRCC, with the kind support of the MTA, has just completed a week of photoshoots around Malta and Gozo with the renowned UK photographer David Simmonite. Calling upon the hardest, most experienced local climbers to act as climbing models, we scoured the islands for the best locations in which to shoot. The program was…
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Sheltered from the Elements in Marfa Cave
With the onset of bad weather last Sunday, it was difficult to imagine us enjoying the great outdoors. Yet, on the Northern tip of our island there a new climbing location where the rock stays dry – an underground cave which is large enough to protect the recently bolted routes from the wind and rain.…
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Gozo Climbing a Success Despite Unstable Weather
The much-awaited climbing event on our sister island last Saturday turned out to be quite a success for beginner and experienced climbers alike, as the cragging at Flakeout Walls in Mġarr ix-Xini kept everyone occupied for the day! The group of 10 people set off early in the morning to make the most of their…
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Unfinished Business Draws them Back to Crucifix Cave
After last week’s visit to Crucifix Cave the Club was bound to return for a much needed clean-up and to complete a brand new sport route, as well as cranking on the existing lines. Andrew Warrington opened the innings with his lead of the excellent trad route Encore E3 6a. After that he drilled the…