TWO people have been killed by falling rocks at a world-renowned climbing spot in Spain.
A man and a woman – both 30 – were rushed to hospital in critical condition before succumbing to their injuries.
The pair had been practising rock climbing in Montserrat – an estimated 30 miles out of BarcelonaCredit: Getty
Montserrat is one of the most popular climbing spots in the worldCredit: Getty
They had been practising rock climbing in Montserrat, around 30 miles north-west of Barcelona.
Part of a group of seven climbers, the man died shortly after being transferred to Barcelona’s Vall d’Hebron Hospital.
It has also been confirmed that the woman lost her life in Bellvitge University Hospital.
On Saturday, the Montserrat Mountain Trust announced the immediate preventative closure of the five climbing routes.
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Manager Xavier Aparicio said the measure had been taken to ensure police mountain specialists were able to investigate the fall site.
Specialists later revealed there was a high risk of further rockfall.
“The aim is to prevent more accidents,” Aparicio said.
So far the climbers have only been identified by their first names – Marc and Laura.
It is believed the two climbers were both from Barcelona.
After a day’s climbing, the group had been preparing to leave the area at 4.30pm on Saturday when tragedy struck.
Both victims of the rockfall were found unconscious near a parking area called Can Jorba – close to El Bruc on the south side of Montserrat.
Emergency services had rushed to the scene and were able to revive the male climber for a short time before he went into cardiac arrest.
The female climber was rushed to hospital in an air ambulance.
Montserrat has been regarded as a dream destination for rock climbers, attracting enthusiasts from all over the globe.
With vertical walls and eroded cliffs, the massif offers challenges for beginner and experienced climbers.
The Monastery of Montserrat was founded in the 11th century.
It has become one of the most symbolic places in the region.
The sanctuary has been a centre of spirituality and culture for centuries, and is home to the famous image of the Virgin of Montserrat.
The Montserrat Mountain Trust was established in 1987 to protect the beautiful mountain range.
With vertical walls and eroded cliffs, the massif offers challenges for beginner and experienced climbersCredit: Getty
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