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Face Sul (South Face)

International > S America > Brazil > Rio de Janeiro > Urca (Pao de Ac… > Morro da Urca

Description

A collection of multi pitch moderates on the south face of Morro da Urca.

Getting There

From Urca take the paved trail on the left of Praia Vermelha. Before the side trail to the top of Morro da Urca, you'll see a slab section with a safety sign on your left. Scramble up a ways to find the start of the routes.

Routes from Left to Right

5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
 1
● Preto (with Rubro Negro var)
Trad 3 pitches
5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b
 1
● Infravermelho
Trad 3 pitches
Route Name Location Star Rating Difficulty Date
● Preto (with Rubro Negro var)
 1
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b Trad 3 pitches
● Infravermelho
 1
5.6 4c 14 V 12 S 4b Trad 3 pitches

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The South Face of the Urca seen from just down the main trail. Babilônia can be seen in the background on the left
[Hide Photo] The South Face of the Urca seen from just down the main trail. Babilônia can be seen in the background on the left