Festin de Babette - Fun climbing on Mont Peney
180m, 6a max, about ten pitches.
Located above Chambéry, "Festin de Babette" is a classic, highly accessible route in a typically limestone style. The climbing is max 6a, with some technical sections that are never too difficult, all in the bucolic atmosphere that is so characteristic of the Bauges region, with panoramic views over Belledonne, Chartreuse and the Chambéry basin.
We meet in the morning at the Peney car park, which can be reached from Saint-Jean-d'Arvey on the way up to Le Revard. The approach, which takes around 40 minutes, takes in the Dorette pass, then follows the rocky bars to the foot of the route.
The line follows the weak lines of the wall, with a few transitional ledges, to climb up areas of sculpted slabs that are very pleasant to climb. The rock is very good, the belays comfortable, and the southern exposure often guarantees dry rock.
This major route is ideal for climbers used to the 5c/6a level who already want to try major routes.
The descent is along a comfortable path through the woods back to the car park.
Lengths in detail :
L1: 5c, L2: 5a, L3: 5b, L4: 6a, L5: 5a, L6: 5c, L7: 5b, L8: 5b, L9: 5b or 6a+.
You need to be comfortable climbing 5c/6a as a second on a cliff, and have some experience of long routes.
Normally, you bring your own climbing equipment if you're a keen climber (helmet, harness, shoes). If necessary, I can lend you what you need (lanyard, carabiner, etc.) I bring the ropes, unless you insist on using your own!
Allow a full day for the approach, the route (4-5 hours) and the return.
Almost all year round, except in winter if it's too cold or too wet. The south-facing aspect means that it is often possible to climb, except in the event of recent rain.
It's a small mission, but it's possible! You have to climb from Chambéry to Saint Jean d'Arvey, which makes a good first ascent, then walk straight up into the woods along a steep path. If you're a good cyclist, we can discuss it over the phone.
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