If you’re familiar with British gritstone then Czech sandstone will be surprisingly similar. If you’ve got no idea what we’re talking about then all you need to know is that the Czech sandstone of the Elbe Mountains is one of the best rock types for climbing.
This is your chance to experience some of the most unique and exciting Czech climbing, accompanied by some of the finest guides you could ever wish to meet (even if we do say so ourselves). It’s perfect for climbers who’ve got a fair bit of experience under their belt looking for new challanges and bit more exotic climbing styles, but open to anyone who can belay safely and tie on without assistance.
Throughout your stay you’ll be guided by a local climber and route developer who’ll use their local knowledge to take you deep into the Elbe sandstone. These ancient rocks straddle the border between German Saxony and Czech Bohemia and are, not surprisingly, a national park. The River Elbe has carved a narrow gorge through the soft sandstone, creating some stunning cracks and crevices that will get serious climbers pretty aroused.
On this trip you’ll add to your arsenal of climbing skills:
Top-roping and lead climbing - someone has to tackle the face first
Equipment use, storage and maintenance to help it last well and keep you safe
How to use a guide book so you can explore new areas and pick your own routes
Movement skills so you can traverse the face and build technique and strength
Understanding of outdoor risks so you don’t make any rookie mistakes
All of this climbing is accompanied by the legendary Rockbusters good time experience. We know how to climb and we know how to party, and we want to do both with you. Come and be part of the crew in this top Czech mountain destination.
For those who are just starting out, check out our other courses for beginners and intermediate climbers and use this as a goal to work towards. You won’t regret it.
Wake up, have a relaxing breakfast, coffee. We will meet up at 10am to discuss the plan for the day so make sure you are ready to go!
8 – 10amLeaving the house and walking to crag. If crossing the river we may take little ferry.
Jump on some warm up climbs and start getting your body moving. Look up for some challenges for the day and figure out the beta. Of course there is always time for some cool coaching.
11am - 2pmLunchtime! Pull out your packed lunch and relax on Spanish sun with great Elbes valley views. This is also a good time to snap some photos.
Back to climbing. Using what you learned in the morning, and our individualized coaching, start nailing the projects down.
2.30 - 7pmTime to relax with a well-earned beer from one of the local climbing bars. We will re-group, discuss the highlights from the day and what the focus will be tomorrow.
Pour yourself some Czech wine/beer and get something to eat. Who knows where the night will lead…
8pmThere are no rules but most of us will be in bad this time!
Bunk beds in private house with warm showers, kitchen, ... of locar climber, route developer and your host and guide for the week Pajka.
Upon arrival we will take you to the store to shop for breakfast and lunch food for the week. There is refrigerator in the house, and there are shops in Decin to replenish supplies.
There are plenty restaurants and bars in Cornudella de Montsant to have dinner. Communal dinners can be organized if required.
We provide all the gear, but you will need to bring your own reasonably tight climbing shoes and harness. We have belay devices, slings, and helmets, but you might prefer to bring your own. We strongly suggest bringing a down jacket, a hat, a rain jacket, a pair of comfortable approach shoes, head lamp, sleeping bag, and a backpack big enough for carrying lunch and gear to the crag.
- Individualized coaching
- Climbing safety equipment & gear
- Airport pick up and drop off are organized by shared rental cars FREE of CHARGE
- Transportation between crags FREE of CHARGE
- Accommodation FREE of CHARGE
- Transportation to Spain
- Travel & climbing insurance
- Food & drinks (group dinner can be purchased for €15 per meal)
