Vltava Granite
Vltavská žula
Parking available
A major climbing area on quality granite along the Vltava River near Slapy Dam, offering 1136 well-secured sport and traditional routes across 17 sectors.

📜 Renowned granite climbing area along the Vltava River, near Slapy Dam.
🔍 Features 1136 routes across 17 sectors, with a climbing history dating back to 1975.

Why Go

☀️ Beautiful climbing on quality granite directly above the Vltava River.
🧗‍♀️ Over 1100 routes across 17 areas, including long and numerous climbs.
🔗 Includes a via ferrata section, accessible when water levels are low.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Some areas are suitable for children and beginners.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Access to some areas crosses private land, requiring permission.
🌊 High water can make the via ferrata problematic, potentially submerging rungs.
🚫 Ethical concerns raised regarding bolting of some new routes.

Tips

🗺️ GPS coordinates for parking are available via QR code in the official guidebook.
📖 An expanded 2024 guidebook details 1136 routes across 111 rocks in 17 areas.
🅿️ Park only in designated areas like Velká village square or near Vápenice.

🅿️ Parking

Parking available at various locations: by the bridge, Velká village square, or near Vápenice.