In the Orlické Mountains the climbing is on several smaller crags. The most important is the HIS sport area near Nové Město nad Metují, followed by Hlucké and Studenské skály, Mladkov, Jablonné nad Orlicí, Zemská brána and the Říčka valley. Sport climbing on vertical walls with fixed protection dominates, often in the shade. Check current restrictions with the Czech Mountaineering Association before visiting.
Part of East Bohemia, Orlické Mountains has 372 routes documented on climbing.place. Routes range from grade 2 to 10-. Explore its 8 crags and sectors below.
Common styles: Rock Climbing, Fixed belay, Sport Climbing, Vertical wall, Route in shadow.
Rules
- 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.