Freyr: The Mecca of Belgian Climbing
Commissioned by the NKBV (Royal Dutch Mountaineering and Climbing Association), this film takes a deep dive into Freyr, widely regarded as the most prestigious and challenging climbing area in Belgium. Situated along the Meuse river, the majestic limestone spires of Freyr offer a world-class vertical playground that has defined generations of climbers.
Freyr is one of the first climbing crags I have ever visited. I still remember my first visit: standing at the base of the rock, looking up… and honestly shitting my pants.
After a periode of time I kept on coming back here. Weekend after weekend and I started to love this place.
To be invited here by Regien and Harald to create a portrait of this area felt like a special moment. Being able to capture the routes and the people that define this area felt like a full circle moment.
BTS photography by Beatrice Mikelionyte.
Starring: Tess Driessens, Harald Swen, Regien Winnubst, David Leduc
Produced by Rauwkost Film
Director and camera: Lawrence Lee
2nd unit camera: Beatrice Mikelionyte
Assist: Titus van Zon
Montage: Lawrence Lee
Archival footage: Belgium Highline Festival 2022, Ester Navarro, Karel Cusse-Downsbrough