Prague and its surroundings offer climbing right in the city and on crags within reach of suburban transport. In the city are the sport crags of Branické skály – well bolted, good for multi-pitch practice and also listed in the Bohemian Karst guidebook – and Borová skála; nearby, the Hlubočepské plotny have sparse protection and suit only bold climbers. Outside the city are the beginner-friendly Skály u Zákolan, Zubák in the Radotín valley and the cliffs at Řež, which offer the most interesting trad climbing around Prague.
Bouldering is mainly in Divoká Šárka, with more on Holý vrch and Kozí hřbety. With children, try Skály u Zákolan, Vinořské písky, Lojzovka near Středokluky or Skalka U Přívozu. Some crags lie in nature parks and reserves – check current restrictions with the Czech Mountaineering Association before visiting.
Part of Prague and Central Bohemia, Prague and surroundings has 878 routes documented on climbing.place. Routes range from grade 1 to 10. Explore its 17 crags and sectors below.
Common styles: Rock Climbing, Fixed belay, Route on sun, Traditional Climbing, Friends.
Rules
In nature reserves (e.g. Divoká Šárka) you may climb only at specifically designated spots. Be considerate of cottage and garden owners below the crags.
- The ČHS rules for Czech rock areas and the local regional commissions' rules 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.
- Be considerate of the owners of cottages and gardens below the crags.
In nature reserves you may climb only on specifically designated rocks. Check the current status in the ČHS crag database.