Rocher du Gourdou

A site where many schoolchildren and clubs come to practice the activity. Its easy access and the accessible grades for the youngest make it a very popular site. Style of climbing: thin slabs, sometimes with bulges; some routes on the right with overhanging starts. Lots of grip and fine handholds (vertical cracks, shallow strata, flats, no scaling or tubs).

• 18 routes, difficulty 4c to 6b+. Height: from 12 to 20 m
• GPS : 43.81952, 3.85996
• Climbing roadbook Rocher du Gourdou (PDF 125 Ko)

Official record FFME : Valflaunes

Reminder of the rules of practice and federal safety instructions for climbing in natural sites.
The climber or any practitioner of outdoor activities is solely responsible for his/her own safety. In the case of minors, this responsibility lies with the parents or the supervisor in accordance with the legislation in force.
Any advice or assistance does not exempt the person receiving or using it from assessing the risks to which he or she may be exposed as a result of his or her involvement in the chosen route or course. (www.ffme.fr)

Sites to preserve!
The territory of the Community of Municipalities is concerned by four Natura 2000 sites: Pic Saint-Loup, Hautes Garrigues du Montpelliérais, Gorges de l'Hérault and Lez. These geographical areas are home to natural environments and wild animal or plant species identified as rare or fragile. Please respect the existing facilities and do not create new ones without prior consultation.

Find out more about the Natura 2000 approach in the Grand Pic Saint-Loup.

Information
More information on climbing in the Hérault: www.cd34-ffme.fr