📜 Kozelka is a forested table mountain of volcanic origin located in the Plzeň Region, near Manětín. Its northern, western, and southern slopes feature unique volcanic tuff rock formations, making it a distinctive climbing area.
🔍 The material is described as "non-compact compact," offering a strong and complex climbing experience due to its specific nature and sparse fixed protection.
☀️ Rock climbing: Experience unique and challenging climbing on volcanic tuff, known for its specific material and sparse fixed protection.
🏞️ Nature Reserve: Explore a part of the National Nature Reserve Kozelka, where climbing is permitted year-round.
⚠️ Challenging Conditions: Be prepared for a demanding climbing experience due to the rock's specific nature and limited fixed protection, requiring careful technique.
🚫 Access Restrictions: Climbing is generally restricted to members of the Czech Mountaineering Association (ČHS) and foreign mountaineering associations.
🚫 Activity Prohibitions: Camping and open fires are prohibited outside designated areas. Using stable protection for activities like slackline or Tyrolean traverse is forbidden.
🚫 Seasonal/Footwear Restrictions: Climbing is prohibited in winter conditions and with unsuitable hard-soled footwear.
🚫 Commercial Use: Commercial use of the rocks or summit books requires prior consultation and consent from the area administrator.
🏕️ Accommodation: A cottage belonging to the Plzeň mountaineering club is available, and there is a designated campsite.
🚗 Location: Situated in the Plzeň Region, near Manětín.
🤝 Oversight: The area is overseen by the Nature Protection Authority of the Plzeň Region (Orgán OP KU Plzeňského kraje) and an area administrator/OVK.