The climbing clubs Le Rappel du Nord, Camp de Base Abitibi, and Escalade Guidou are joining forces this year to organize the Vertical 08 climbing festival in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. This third edition will take place at the Le Guidou climbing site in Rouyn-Noranda from August 1 to 3, 2025.
The number of climbing enthusiasts in Abitibi-Témiscamingue has grown significantly in recent years. Organized by passionate individuals committed to the development of climbing in the region, the festival aims to bring this community together and introduce the general public to this discipline in an exceptional natural setting.
The program includes introduction to outdoor climbing, group climbing, outdoor yoga, introduction to multi-pitch climbing, specialized workshops, conferences, BBQ, and festive evenings.
The VERTICAL 08 festival is a unifying event that celebrates climbing and outdoors in Abitibi-Témiscamingue.
More information and tickets available here.
