Žihle in the northern Plzeň region is the second-largest climbing area in West Bohemia, with four sectors: Viklany, Bába a Dědek, Sklárna Sever and Sklárna Jih. You will find vertical walls, overhangs and slabs, both in the sun and in the shade. Check current restrictions with the Czech Mountaineering Association before visiting.
Part of West Bohemia, Žihle has 1719 routes documented on climbing.place. Routes range from grade 1 to 11-. Explore its 4 crags and sectors below.
Common styles: Route in shadow, Route on sun, Vertical wall, Overhang, Laid wall.
Rules
The ČHS rules for Czech rock areas and the local regional commission's rules apply: do not alter the rock or holds, do not climb on wet rock, and follow ČHS principles for first ascents.
7/7+
Bloud Ernest
The first light barely kissed the eastern spires of Hora as we geared up, the crisp… Route in shadow
4+
Hurá na salám
The climb 'Hurá na salám' (grade 4+), located in the Hora climbing area, is a beloved… Route in shadow
3
Pig Krvežíznivý
Climbing 'Pig Krvežíznivý' (The Bloodthirsty Pig) in Hora is a surprisingly delightful… Route in shadow
7/7+
Pokapanej dekl
Climbing 'Pokapanej dekl' (7/7+) at the Hora rock climbing area was an intense and… Route in shadow
6
Šiška magma
Conquering 'Šiška magma', a celebrated Grade 6 route in the heart of Hora, was a truly… Route in shadow
7
Gerlino „ach!“
The name itself, "Gerlino „ach!“," whispers tales of challenge and perhaps a moment of… Route in shadow
7/7+
Gáže na rum
Climbing 'Gáže na rum' (Wages for Rum) at the Hora climbing area is an experience that… Route in shadow
3
Sakra Tatra
Our recent ascent of 'Sakra Tatra' (Grade 3) on the majestic 'Hora' was a truly memorable… Route in shadow
7
Těžiště doleva
Climbing 'Těžiště doleva' (meaning 'Center of Gravity Left') at the 'Mužstvo' climbing…
6
Racek chechtavý
The climb "Racek chechtavý" (Laughing Gull), graded UIAA VI, is a classic route located…
9+/10-
Těžník
Climbing 'Těžník' in 'Mužstvo', a formidable route graded 9+/10- (UIAA), stands as a true…
7/7+
Těžiště doprava
Climbing 'Těžiště doprava' (7/7+) in Mužstvo offers a notable experience for sport…
8/8+
Menší hrůza
Conquering 'Menší hrůza' (The Smaller Terror) at the Mužstvo climbing area is a truly…
8/8+
Plácání ve vodě
The climbing route "Plácání ve vodě" (Czech grade 8/8+), located in the sector 'Mužstvo',…
8-
Obejmi vorvaně
"Obejmi vorvaně" (meaning 'Embrace the Whale') is a highly regarded and challenging 8- …
7-
Mužná hrana
Climbing 'Mužná hrana' (The Manly Edge) on the 'Mužstvo' (Manhood) rock formation, graded…