Dutch Sector Rock Climbing

As of March 2025, the Dutch Sector is the southernmost (closest to the Red Anchor) roped climbing area on the Grapefield cliffs. The cliff here is roughly 60 feet high. Unfortunately, the lead bolts in this sector are all badly corroded.

The area was originally opened by three Dutch climbers - Tristan Monzon, Nadine Salas, and Eric Suyker starting in 1996. They along with the Club Active Aruba were responsible for all the top anchor markings and route setting.  

The routes are generally in the shade by 11am and stay that way for the rest of the day. The beach is a few hundred yards away and is generally deserted other than kite surfers. Cars routinely drive along the north-south running road checking out the island and there are lots of goats above, on and below the cliff. 

As of March 2025, the anchors atop the routes appeared to be in fine shape and the routes names near each anchor legible. Bring at least one cordalette and some padding material when setting up top ropes. The easiest way to access the anchors is from Golfweg Road that runs above the cliff.