The Circo is not exactly in the Pennavaire valley, but it is located in the Zuccarello’s territory, an area that has not been explored yet, which promises interesting opportunities. Of course we always wonder how Dinda can find these places, he always answers: "Just turn". It is one of the furthest cliffs to reach, but the walk in the quiet and wild valley of the Rio Auzza is largely rewarded by the beautiful rock and the fun climbing style: compact limestone, red and gray, with notches and large tufas, athletic routes, but for everyone; the simplest routes on the right are also very interesting. Don’t miss the 7a “Il domatore”, “Barnum”, “Il Trapezista”. The cliff is exposed to the south east, It is particularly recommended for the winter months, sheltered from strong winds.

Approach

From Cisano, drive toward Martinetto, don’t go on the left in Val Pennavaire, but continue toward Garessio-Zuccarello. After 1 km arrive at a little chapel on the right. Take the little street on the right of the little chapel and park (sign “Soccorso Cinofilo Liguria – Campo di addestramento cani”); if the parking is full, you can park along the main road. From the parking go toward the cement ramp, don’t take it, but follow the path on the right, sign TA Terre Alte – P3 (red square), which leads in the Rio Auzza valley. In the beginning, the path goes along a beautiful stream. Cross the stream a few times (one time close a unsettled aqueduct, don’t use it for crossing).Follow the path until a plateau. From here you can see a cliff, which is not the Circus, because it remains to the left of this cliff; follow the path on the right. After the first pillar rocky