Škrovád is a quarry climbing area – most routes are in the Central Quarry, with a few more in the quarry at Borek. Protection is fixed and textile, with sport routes, often in the shade. Škrovád is one of the places recommended for a first taste of East Bohemian sandstone. Check current restrictions with the Czech Mountaineering Association before visiting.
Part of East Bohemia, Škrovád has 289 routes documented on climbing.place. Routes range from grade 2 to 11. Explore its 2 crags and sectors below.
Common styles: Fixed belay, Rock Climbing, Textile belay, Route in shadow, Sport Climbing.
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.
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Železná panna
Start in the middle of Mučírna and via one bolt hanger (boulder) into the route 'Koule Ve… Rock Climbing Fixed belay
8+/9-
Hruška škrtícího ventilu
Short bouldering route via 2 bolt hangers directly to the ledge to the ring. Rock Climbing Sport Climbing Fixed belay
10-/10
Koule ve svěráku
Start via the small corner (Jambora direct) and from the ledges (bolt hanger) left to the… Rock Climbing Sport Climbing Fixed belay
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Pater-noster
along a system of cracks (rings not great) to the ledge, left (circle) and via a shallow… Fixed belay
8-/8
Plzeňská pivnice
Approach via "Chinese Teahouse" or the route on the left (its 1st bolt) and directly up… Rock Climbing Fixed belay Textile belay +1