📜 Ferrata Hluboká is a protected climbing route winding along steep rock walls directly above the Vltava River. It is the longest Czech via ferrata located above a river, offering an adrenaline experience for various skill levels.
🔍 The route consists of three distinct parts (A, B, C) with varying lengths and difficulties, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced climbers.
☀️ Enjoy secured climbing paths directly above the picturesque Vltava River.
🏄♀️ Explore three distinct routes: Part A (150m, difficulty B), Part B (400m, difficulty C/D), and Part C (170m, difficulty B).
🚣♀️ Accessible directly from the water via a pier for boats or paddleboards, or by bike/foot along the cycle path.
👨👩👧👦 Parts A and C are suitable for beginner climbers and families with children.
✈️ Combine your visit with a bike trip along the Vltavská / Eurovelo 7 cycle path, or visit Charles Castle nearby.
⚠️ Special safety equipment (ferrata set, helmet) is required; sturdy shoes and protective gloves are recommended.
🚶♀️ Part B, the most challenging section, can be crowded during peak months.
🎟️ Entry fees:
The ferrata is freely accessible.
🏄♀️ Equipment rental:
Complete ferrata set: 350 CZK per day
Deposit for ferrata set: 2000 CZK
Individual parts can be rented separately.
🏄♀️ Equipment rental is available at the Hluboká nad Vltavou Sports and Relaxation Complex, located 8.8 km from the ferrata.
🚗 Part A and B are 8 km from Hluboká nad Vltavou or 4 km from Purkarec (requires walking from parking). Part C is 150 meters from a parking lot (approx. 16 cars) on the road from Hluboká to Poněšice.
🚲 Access Part A and B via the Vltavská / Eurovelo 7 cycle path or red trail; Part C via the road from Hluboká to Poněšice.
🛶 Moor smaller vessels directly at the ferrata's pier.
🤝 The routes were opened by Hluboká enthusiasts from the town hall and Sokol.