Via Ferrata

The Via Ferrata on the Shepherd's Wall is located in the heart of Děčín, opposite the Děčín Castle across the Elbe River. It was opened in April 2014. Since then, a total of 16 different trails with different levels of difficulty have been created. It is freely accessible and free of charge, you only have to pay for renting the necessary equipment (ferrata set). For safety reasons, it is forbidden to climb if it rains or the wall is wet. It is suitable for physically fit individuals with no climbing experience and can also be managed by athletically gifted children. You can arrange for an experienced guide to explain everything you need.

What is via ferrata?

The name Via Ferrata comes from the Italian language and translates as "the secure way". It is a secured route through difficult mountain terrain, equipped with belay ropes, handrails and footrails and other aids so that even an inexperienced climber can climb it. These routes can vary in difficulty and are marked in our country according to the Austrian model (A - the easiest, after E - the most difficult).

16 paths of varying difficulty, all there for you!

Both experienced climbers and amateurs, who are on the ferrata for the first time, will have fun on the routes. Before visiting, choose a suitable route and study the map.

The difficulty of the routes is marked with letters from A to E, where A represents the easiest route and E indicates the most difficult routes, which are suitable only for experienced climbers. These are mainly one-way routes, the descent is via marked surrounding hiking trails.

What to be sure not to forget?

Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and definitely a complete ferrata kit. In case you don't own the necessary equipment, it is possible to rent it for a fee. There are several rental shops close to the starting point, some of which offer certified guides. It is also possible to store backpacks and other items that might get in the way of your climbing at the rental shops. They are open every day until late afternoon.

Parking, toilets and refreshments

Parking is available directly below the town library on Smetana Embankment, where there are also public toilets, open from 11:00 to 17:00. Refreshments are available at the tourist information centre on the ground floor of the library. Here you can buy Děčín coffee, tea, cold drinks, souvenirs, regional products, etc.

More information about the sunrise courses with Jiří Skorpion Hovorka:

The courses are designed for beginners, non-climbers and advanced climbers. At the same time, they are suitable for children from 6 years of age, however, with the need for reassurance. For advanced climbers, routes with overhangs are offered. You can also give this course as a gift voucher to your family and friends. For more information, please see here.

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Before visiting the Via Ferrata, it is a must for everyone study the visitor a operating rules Ferrraty: