Easter eggs? Sharing the crag with nesting Blue Rock-thrushes

An article by Merilli Malta Spring is arguably the best time to enjoy the outdoors! It’s probably also when it’s most obvious that we’re sharing the crag with the natural environment. The vegetation is booming and blooming, and the keen-eyed will notice that birds are up to something. Well, that they are! They’ve kicked off…

📢 Important Update: Il-Latnija Cave Access

An Emergency Conservation Order (ECO) has been issued for Il-Latnija Cave, now officially scheduled as a Class A archaeological site. The ECO explicitly prohibits “all uses” within the property due to the significant archaeological deposits potentially still in situ. 🚫 In light of this, ClimbMT strongly advises all climbers to respect the ECO and avoid…

Important Archeological Discoveries at Il-Latnija (Mellieħa Cave)

Following the announcement that Il-Latnija Cave is to be fenced off due to significant archaeological discoveries, ClimbMT has formally written to the Cultural Directorate within the Ministry for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government. We have highlighted the site’s importance and uniqueness for the local and international climbing community and have requested a meeting…

UIAA General Assembly 2024 Successfully Concludes in Malta

The 2024 UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation) General Assembly in Malta, hosted by ClimbMT, brought over 125 delegates from more than 60 countries for a series of successful administrative meetings, held across top venues in Ċirkewwa and Marfa. Despite challenging weather, outdoor cultural activities and climbing excursions still went ahead, highlighting Malta’s potential as…

UIAA General Assembly – Malta, 8 – 9 November 2024

ClimbMT will host the UIAA 2024 General Assembly on November 8-9 in Malta, uniting over 125 delegates to discuss governance, sustainability, and safety. Events include a climbers’ gathering and a skills seminar focused on multipitch climbing.

Community Spotlight: Julia Vella

Meet Julia Vella, a passionate climber who recently conquered the challenging Niminy Piminy in Gozo. Join us as Julia shares her climbing journey, from the exhilarating highs of ascents to the lessons learned through setbacks. Discover the unwavering spirit of a climber who pushes her limits and embraces the vibrant climbing community.