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Pine Climbing for Sant Antoni in Pollença: A Tree Trunk That Brings the Neighborhood Together

Why the Pine Trunk Is Oiled Before Climbing in Pollença

The pine trunk in Pollença is stripped and oiled so the climb stays challenging and true to tradition.

Published: April 22, 2026
Pine Climbing for Sant Antoni in Pollença: A Tree Trunk That Brings the Neighborhood Together

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Why is the pine trunk oiled and stripped before climbing in Pollença?

The trunk is stripped of branches and oiled to make climbing difficult and to keep the tradition alive in its classic form. That slippery surface is part of the challenge, and it is also why the event draws such loud encouragement from the crowd.

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