Via Ferrata Course
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Via Ferrata Course
The course is designed for complete beginners with no prior climbing experience as well as intermediate
climbers who want to reinforce their safety basics. Throughout the entire ascent, you will
enjoy 100% methodical and psychological support from an accredited
instructor.
What exactly the course includes:
- Theoretical preparation: Instructions on how to correctly put on a via ferrata harness and safe handling of the energy absorber.
- Movement basics: Methodical practice of effective climbing and resting on the rock before the actual start.
- Active ascent: Climbing on the via ferrata for approximately 4 hours with the possibility of completing 1 to 3 full ascents (we will fully adapt to your current fitness level).
- Interesting facts: Authentic information about the history of Pastýřská stěna and the origins of via ferratas in Europe.
Note regarding gloves: For hygiene reasons, climbing gloves are not available for rent. If you don’t have your own, we sell brand new professional gloves directly on-site (we have them with us in the car) starting from 500 CZK / pair.
Safety restrictions: good health is required for participation; all restrictions must be consulted. Climbing is not possible during
pregnancy. Weight under 42kg and weight over 110kg (including overweight) must be consulted.
Our priority is that you don’t have to lug around any complex technical gear. We will lend you all
certified equipment directly on-site; just come in sports clothes.
Safety on the rock is an absolute standard for us. We climb exclusively using
complete certified equipment (sit harness, chest harness, energy absorber, and helmet) meeting the
strictest EU standards.
Equip yourself only with the following:
- Sports clothing: Comfortable pants or shorts (ideally so that knees are fully protected from scraping against the rock).
- Sturdy footwear: Non-slip sports shoes with a firm sole. Definitely avoid sandals, flip-flops, or canvas sneakers.
- Small backpack: Ideally with a chest or waist strap to store a drink (ideally 0.5L) and a sweet bar to replenish energy.
The meeting point for all course participants is always 5 minutes before the lesson starts directly at Pastýřská stěna.
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Practical Information
You can park in several places:
If you arrived by car and only plan on climbing, you will certainly enjoy the Pastýřská stěna Restaurant, where you can reward yourself properly.
If you arrived by bike, it's definitely worth visiting the Děčín Kocanda Restaurant, located directly on the Elbe Cycle Path just 5 minutes from the city center. Kocanda also boasts a large children's playground that no other nearby can compete with.
If you are planning a longer stay or are from far away, don't hesitate to book a room here as well, as Kocanda is a good starting point for many other trips.
Entry to the via ferrata is free.
A complete via ferrata set (via ferrata set with energy absorber, sit and chest harness, helmet, gloves) can be rented for a fee, but a refundable deposit of 500 CZK is required.
- 1 day: 200 CZK
- from 5 days: 170 CZK
Current prices and an overview of equipment can be found on the ACTIVE POINT website.
Rental contact info
ACTIVE POINT
Labské nábřeží 1716/ 33, Děčín, Daily 9 AM – 7 PM
Rental: +420 739 561 932
Activities and experiences: +420 724 006 865
Sports clothing (knees ideally covered), non-slip shoes (no sandals, flip-flops), via ferrata gloves (new ones can be purchased for 500,-), small backpack (waist or chest strap) for belongings, drink (ideal 0.5L), sweet bar.
You can find excellent cuisine right on the other bank of the Elbe at the Kocanda Restaurant. The current daily menu can be found below, the full menu on the Kocanda Restaurant website.
Standard and premium accommodation services can be found at Hotel Kocanda on the opposite bank of the Elbe Hotel Kocanda Děčín
The designer rooms of Hotel Kocanda Děčín are equipped with plasma TV, satellite, stylish bathrooms, orthopedic mattresses, and Wi-Fi. In addition to standard rooms, the hotel offers a premium room with an infrared sauna or an anti-allergy room.
Other accommodation options can be found, for example, on the information portal of the city of Děčín – idecin.cz
