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An improvised challenge from Ibiza to the Argentinean Andes

An improvised challenge from Ibiza to the Argentinean Andes

Rubén J. Palomo

Friday, March 07 2025, 4.36pm

Ibiza-based mountaineer Félix Sánchez Gómez and his team initially planned to tackle peaks in Argentine Patagonia, but extreme weather forced a change in plans. Joined unexpectedly by Miguel Ángel Vilaplana Torregrosa, they diverted to Vallecitos, Mendoza, a high-altitude region near Aconcagua with more favorable conditions. Over 24 days, they completed 14 ascents, including Cerro El Plata (5,968m), accumulating 233 km and 20,362m of elevation gain. The expedition, though unplanned, proved highly productive, showcasing Cordón del Plata as a key training ground for mountaineers.

For the full article, please visit Diario de Ibiza website here.