Overview
Grade: D
Total time: 35 mins
Climbing time: 15 mins
Approach time: 10 mins
Exit time: 10 mins
Length: 55m
Total elevation: 38m
Altitude: 368m
Climbing the 'Cesta Kameníků' (Stonemasons' Way) via ferrata, graded D, is a truly demanding and rewarding experience. From the moment you clip in, the route immediately asserts its challenging nature. The initial sections often feature exposed traverses and steep, sometimes overhanging, rock faces, demanding good upper body strength and a steady nerve. The well-placed steel ropes and rungs provide security, but the sheer exposure beneath your feet is always present, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape as you ascend. Key sections involve navigating narrow ledges, negotiating vertical ladders, and pushing through physically intensive short overhangs. Reaching the summit, the sense of accomplishment is immense, and the panoramic vistas are a well-earned reward. The return journey typically involves a well-marked hiking trail, often winding through forests or along ridge lines, allowing for a relaxed cool-down after the adrenaline of the climb. This descent provides a different perspective of the area, offering a peaceful conclusion to an exhilarating day on the rocks.
