Festival de Escalada de Morella (Climbing Festival) is an exciting outdoor sports and adventure event held each summer in the medieval walled town of Morella, in Spain’s Castellón province. Surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs and natural rock formations, the festival gathers climbers, mountaineers, and outdoor enthusiasts for competitions, workshops, and guided climbs suitable for all levels. The town also hosts live music, film screenings, and local food stalls, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere that unites sport with culture. Blending adventure, community, and the rugged beauty of northern Valencia, the Morella Climbing Festival is a celebration of both nature and human challenge.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in Morella or a Valencian Community route—we’ll plan climbing clinics & comps, top crags & walls, smart permits & transport, and a walkable stay inside the walled town.
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DATES & TIMES
• Dates: 8–11 October 2026 (Thursday–Sunday).
• Typical pattern: early October long weekend around Valencian Day (9 Oct) and 12 Oct (Pilar); last edition ran 9–12 Oct 2025 — see the official Program.
• Exact 2026 details not yet published—check official site nearer the date: Program.
LOCATION
• Morella (Castellón), with activities in town and climbs across the Els Ports area — key spots include Pla dels Estudis and municipal venues listed on the official page; Open in Google Maps.
• Visitor info and maps: see City tourism.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Registration: places typically managed via the organizer’s sign-up page; for 2025 this was hosted on RockTheSport — see Registration (closed).
• Public activities: concerts/talks listed on the official Program.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Getting there: driving routes and public transport options are on the official tourism pages — see How to get there and Public transport.
• Base altitude ~1,000 m; evenings can be cool in October — check local forecasts and bring layers.
• Respect climbing restrictions and local guidance in Els Ports; details are communicated during the event briefings on the Program.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest a Valencian Community route that includes the Festival de Escalada de Morella at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
Prefer to start with a call? Book a free intro call.