Valhalla - The world's largest roof route - film premiere

On May 20, 2019, the Spaniard Edu Marin managed the first free ascent of the longest roof route in the world: Valhalla. The film of the same name "Valhalla - Cielo de Roca" shows the story behind the impressive route in Getu, China. The film will be shown for the first time on October 2, 2020

The multi-pitch route Valhalla is one of the most difficult tours in the world. The 14 pitches include one 9a +, two 8c + and ten lengths in the eighth French degree. The most difficult length involves a completely overhanging crack.

Edu Marin in the key length of the Valhalla route

More than a year after the first free ascent, the film about the route has now been completed and will premiere on October 2, 2020. Due to the corona, the premiere will take place digitally. The film will be shown on Adventure +. Tickets can be purchased on the Edu Marin website reserved.

Trailer for the film Valhalla - Cielo de Roca

Facts about the climbing route Vallhalla by Edu Marin

This is how the Valhalla route runs in the Getu cave

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