Křížový vrch near Zdoňov in the Broumov region is a sandstone area with the Křížový hřeben, Jižní věže, Zdoňovský oblouk (north and south) and Zdoňovská Hejda sectors. It is one of the areas recommended for a first taste of East Bohemian sandstone.
The climbing is traditional on vertical walls with fixed and textile protection. Sandstone rules apply – no chalk or metal gear, dry rock only. The area lies in the Broumovsko PLA; check current restrictions with the Czech Mountaineering Association.
Part of East Bohemia, Křížový vrch has 1666 routes documented on climbing.place. Routes range from grade 2 to 9+. Explore its 6 crags and sectors below.
Common styles: Rock Climbing, Danger, Textile belay, Fixed belay, Vertical wall.
Rules
The ČHS sandstone rules apply: no chalk, no metal protection and dry rock only.
Climbing may be seasonally restricted in part of the area (the "Zdoňovský oblouk jih celoroční" sector is open all year). Check the dates in the ČHS crag database.
- The ČHS rules and those of the local regional climbing commissions apply.
- Creating or chipping holds is banned.
- Chalk is banned or only tolerated, depending on the area.
- No climbing on wet rock – after rain or in winter this can mean hours or days.
Many crags lie in protected areas with seasonal closures. Check the ČHS crag database before you go.