Varianta (Erotikon), Herodes 6

Nature conservation: Climbing permitted year-round Nature conservation document PP Kočičí skály, decision 2024-2035, Appeal Appeal-Decision MoE 2024-2036, authority Nature Conservation Administration PLA Broumovsko.

- Climbing is only allowed in designated areas. - It is forbidden to damage or modify the surface of the rocks (improper rope handling, chopping steps...). - It is forbidden to damage vegetation, it is forbidden to remove vegetation, wood, or soil from the rocks. - It is forbidden to use magnesium or other substances that increase friction. - It is forbidden to use belay devices that damage the rocks. - The Rules for Climbing in sandstone rock areas in Bohemia apply.

Nature conservation: Climbing permitted year-round Nature conservation document PP Kočičí skály, decision 2024-2035, Appeal Appeal-Decision MoE 2024-2036, authority Nature Conservation Administration PLA Broumovsko.

The ČHS sandstone rules apply: no chalk, no metal protection and dry rock only.

The area lies in the Broumov PLA. Check the ČHS crag database for any restrictions.

• 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.