Getting Started with Czech climbing: where to climb in Czech, in Europe and around. How to climb and who climbs here - especially Czech Rock Stars. And how to use this site.... full story
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International Mountain Film Festival in Teplice nad Metují
results of the 2025 film competition
An American film about elite American boulderer Ashima Shiraishi, "Ashima," won the Grand Prix at this year's International Mountain Film Festival in Teplice nad Metují. The results were announced on Sunday at the end of the festival by the organizers and published today on Facebook. ... full story
Arina Jurčenko is European champion in lead climbing
At the European Youth Championships in lead climbing in Žilina, Slovakia, Czech girl Arina Jurčenko became European champion yesterday, while another representative, Jan Štípek, finished in third place. ... full story
The Czech Mountaineering Association announced the results of Ascents of the year 2024 yesterday at the International Mountain Film Festival in Teplice nad Metují. Here is an overview: ... full story
Michal and Miroslav Coubal honored for mountaineering in Italy
Czech climbers Michal and Miroslav Coubal were awarded the Belluno Province Prize in Italy for their lifelong climbing careers in the Dolomites and the Alps. The Pelmo d'Oro Award recognizes individuals and organizations for their contributions to the cultural and historical significance of the Dolomites. ... full story
Lenka Poláčková: the first Slovak woman to climb K2
Lenka Poláčková became the first Slovak woman to climb K2 (8,611 m) without supplemental oxygen. She posted about her climb on her Instagram account: ... full story
Czechs first ascended new route on Hunza Peak in Pakistan
The first ascent of the impressive southwest face of the six-thousander Hunza Peak in the Karakoram in Pakistan was recently made by Zdeněk Hák and Radek Groh. ... full story
Frenchwoman Oriane Bertone won the World Cup bouldering event in Prague today. Frenchwoman Agathe Calliet was second, and Japanese Melody Sekikawa was third. The women´s final standings were decided by the result of the morning semi-final, as the evening final was canceled due to bad weather conditions. ... full story
Mejdi Schalck from France won the final of the 2025 World Cup in Bouldering in Prague this evening. Japanese Sorato Anraku was second, French Samuel Richard was third. ... full story
Adam Ondra finished with one top in the semi-finals of the Prague Bouldering World Cup 2025 today without advancing to the evening finals. This starts today at Letná at 6:30 PM without Czech representation. Adam was 15th out of 27 semi-finalists. ... full story
Czech town Brno to host the 2027 World Climbing Championships
The Czech Republic has successfully applied to host the 2027 World Sport Climbing Championships. The decision was made today at the General Assembly of the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) in Cyprus. The championship will take place from 13 to 27 August 2027 in the Arena Brno, which is still under construction. ... full story
Youth Ski Mountaineering World Cup France: Eva Matějovičová gold
Eva Matějovičová won gold at the Youth Ski Mountaineering World Cup in the Olympic sprint discipline on Wednesday at the race in Puy-Saint-Vincent, France. ... full story
Ice Climbing World Cup in Canada: Aneta Loužecká 2nd in speed
Czech Aneta Loužecká won the silver medal yesterday in the last race of the Ice Climbing World Cup season in Edmonton, Canada. She has bronze for the overall ranking in the Ice Climbing World Cup. ... full story
Adam Ondra sent boulder Soudain seul 9A in Fontainebleau
Adam Ondra announced that he had successfully repeated the 9A Soudain seul boulder in Fontainebleau, France. The following day, he flashed boulders Ubik assis (8B) and La Ligne de Bête (8B+). ... full story
At this year’s first European Cup bouldering competition, held over the weekend in Kaunas, Lithuania, Lukáš Mokroluský was the top Czech finisher, placing 5th in the final. Viktorie Konečná placed 13th in the semifinals, and Adéla Koňaříková placed 21st. The other Czech representatives were eliminated in the qualifying round. ... full story
Jan Štípek and Arina Jurčenko won the second round of the Czech Cup in lead climbing on Saturday in Brno. Filip Zlámal and Tereza Širůčková finished second, while Lysander Naimji and Michaela Smetanová came in third. ... full story
This article is in no way directed against Zéďa, who is my friend, nor against his activities in the field of route belaying. Every tragedy is a terrible experience for everyone involved, especially when it involves someone close to you. I, too, would likely try to resolve this problem as quickly and easily as possible, and my first step would definitely be to reach out to the climbing community and my friends for help. ... full story
At this year's first European Youth Cup in bouldering, held this past weekend in Soure, Portugal, Jan Štípek finished in 5th place, making him the top Czech competitor. The Czech Mountaineering Association posted a brief report on Facebook. ... full story
Hello friends, following the tragic accident on Kalymnos on March 27, 2026, when our friend Petr “Brumla” Hruban sadly passed away and went to climbing heaven, things have really started to move forward. The first tangible result is the closure of 10 sectors on the island, which is a bit sad, but absolutely necessary. ... full story
The legendary Rock Master competition in Arco, Italy, will take place this year from October 2–4, featuring our own Adam Ondra and other top climbers from around the world. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the climbing competitions in Arco. ... full story
Jana Švecová climbed her third 8C boulder: Drift at Holštejn
Jana Švecová has climbed another 8C boulder, "Drift," at Holštejn in the Moravian Karst. It is an original variation of her boulder Tokyo Drift, which she first ascended at the end of March. ... full story
Pepa Šindel climbed another 9a route: Biologico in Arco, Italy
Pepa Šindel has added another 9a-rated route to his list of ascents: the Biologico line in Arco, Italy. He logged the climb in his Lezec logbook and posted about it on Instagram. This is Pepa’s 15th route rated 9a to 9a+. ... full story
2026 General Meeting of the Czech Mountaineering Association
The General Assembly of the Czech Mountaineering Association met on Saturday in Prague and elected Štefan Kecskes in a by-election to fill a vacant seat on the Executive Committee. In addition to the standard agenda items, the assembly approved an amendment to the CCA’s Disciplinary Rules. It also conferred honorary membership on several individuals: Leopold Páleníček, Sylva Talla, and Herbert Richter, and in mem ... full story
An expedition set out from the Czech Republic for Nepal with the goal of climbing Makalu (8,485 m). The climbing team consists of Martin Ksandr, Pavel Burda, Pavel Paloncý, and Markéta Marvanová. The climbers are accompanied by a group of trekkers. Updates on the expedition are posted regularly on the expedition’s Facebook page: ... full story
Video: Jana Švecová climbs new 8C boulder problem "Tokyo Drift"
Jana Švecová has posted a video of her recent ascent of the new 8C boulder problem "Tokyo Drift" at Holštejn in the Moravian Karst. The climb ranks among the most difficult women’s bouldering ascents in the world. It is also a women’s first ascent. ... full story
The documentary *Eternal Desire* (Věčná touha), produced by Alternative.NOW under the direction of Tomáš Galásek, is heading to cinemas. The premiere is on April 14, 2026, in Prague, followed by a roadshow across the Czech Republic. About the Film
Eternal Longing is a poetic cinematic poem about Marek Holeček, tracing his passion for mountaineering and his deep connection to the mountains ... full story
Slovak mountaineer and JAMES exchairman Marián Šajnoha has died
Marián Šajnoha, a prominent Slovak mountaineer and former long-time president of the Slovak Mountaineering Association (SHS JAMES), has died at the age of 86. He was one of the leading figures in Slovak mountaineering during the second half of the 20th century and remained actively involved in its development even after 1989. ... full story
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An American film about elite American boulderer Ashima Shiraishi, "Ashima," won the Grand Prix at this year's International Mountain Film Festival in Teplice nad Metují. The results were announced on Sunday at the end of the festival by the organizers and published today on Facebook. 
At the European Youth Championships in lead climbing in Žilina, Slovakia, Czech girl Arina Jurčenko became European champion yesterday, while another representative, Jan Štípek, finished in third place. 
The Czech Mountaineering Association announced the results of Ascents of the year 2024 yesterday at the International Mountain Film Festival in Teplice nad Metují. Here is an overview: 
Czech climbers Michal and Miroslav Coubal were awarded the Belluno Province Prize in Italy for their lifelong climbing careers in the Dolomites and the Alps. The Pelmo d'Oro Award recognizes individuals and organizations for their contributions to the cultural and historical significance of the Dolomites. 
Lenka Poláčková became the first Slovak woman to climb K2 (8,611 m) without supplemental oxygen. She posted about her climb on her Instagram account: 
The first ascent of the impressive southwest face of the six-thousander Hunza Peak in the Karakoram in Pakistan was recently made by Zdeněk Hák and Radek Groh. 
Frenchwoman Oriane Bertone won the World Cup bouldering event in Prague today. Frenchwoman Agathe Calliet was second, and Japanese Melody Sekikawa was third. The women´s final standings were decided by the result of the morning semi-final, as the evening final was canceled due to bad weather conditions. 
Mejdi Schalck from France won the final of the 2025 World Cup in Bouldering in Prague this evening. Japanese Sorato Anraku was second, French Samuel Richard was third. 
Adam Ondra finished with one top in the semi-finals of the Prague Bouldering World Cup 2025 today without advancing to the evening finals. This starts today at Letná at 6:30 PM without Czech representation. Adam was 15th out of 27 semi-finalists.
The Czech Republic has successfully applied to host the 2027 World Sport Climbing Championships. The decision was made today at the General Assembly of the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) in Cyprus. The championship will take place from 13 to 27 August 2027 in the Arena Brno, which is still under construction. 
Eva Matějovičová won gold at the Youth Ski Mountaineering World Cup in the Olympic sprint discipline on Wednesday at the race in Puy-Saint-Vincent, France. 
Czech Aneta Loužecká won the silver medal yesterday in the last race of the Ice Climbing World Cup season in Edmonton, Canada. She has bronze for the overall ranking in the Ice Climbing World Cup. 
Adam Ondra announced that he had successfully repeated the 9A Soudain seul boulder in Fontainebleau, France. The following day, he flashed boulders Ubik assis (8B) and La Ligne de Bête (8B+). 
At this year’s first European Cup bouldering competition, held over the weekend in Kaunas, Lithuania, Lukáš Mokroluský was the top Czech finisher, placing 5th in the final. Viktorie Konečná placed 13th in the semifinals, and Adéla Koňaříková placed 21st. The other Czech representatives were eliminated in the qualifying round. 
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Jan Štípek and Arina Jurčenko won the second round of the Czech Cup in lead climbing on Saturday in Brno. Filip Zlámal and Tereza Širůčková finished second, while Lysander Naimji and Michaela Smetanová came in third. 
This article is in no way directed against Zéďa, who is my friend, nor against his activities in the field of route belaying. Every tragedy is a terrible experience for everyone involved, especially when it involves someone close to you. I, too, would likely try to resolve this problem as quickly and easily as possible, and my first step would definitely be to reach out to the climbing community and my friends for help.
At this year's first European Youth Cup in bouldering, held this past weekend in Soure, Portugal, Jan Štípek finished in 5th place, making him the top Czech competitor. The Czech Mountaineering Association posted a brief report on Facebook. 
Hello friends, following the tragic accident on Kalymnos on March 27, 2026, when our friend Petr “Brumla” Hruban sadly passed away and went to climbing heaven, things have really started to move forward. The first tangible result is the closure of 10 sectors on the island, which is a bit sad, but absolutely necessary. 
The legendary Rock Master competition in Arco, Italy, will take place this year from October 2–4, featuring our own Adam Ondra and other top climbers from around the world. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the climbing competitions in Arco. 
Jana Švecová has climbed another 8C boulder, "Drift," at Holštejn in the Moravian Karst. It is an original variation of her boulder Tokyo Drift, which she first ascended at the end of March. 
Pepa Šindel has added another 9a-rated route to his list of ascents: the Biologico line in Arco, Italy. He logged the climb in his Lezec logbook and posted about it on Instagram. This is Pepa’s 15th route rated 9a to 9a+. 
The Ruzyně Climbing Wall is hosting 3rd League competitions for children and regional competitions for adults. 
The General Assembly of the Czech Mountaineering Association met on Saturday in Prague and elected Štefan Kecskes in a by-election to fill a vacant seat on the Executive Committee. In addition to the standard agenda items, the assembly approved an amendment to the CCA’s Disciplinary Rules. It also conferred honorary membership on several individuals: Leopold Páleníček, Sylva Talla, and Herbert Richter, and in mem 
An expedition set out from the Czech Republic for Nepal with the goal of climbing Makalu (8,485 m). The climbing team consists of Martin Ksandr, Pavel Burda, Pavel Paloncý, and Markéta Marvanová. The climbers are accompanied by a group of trekkers. Updates on the expedition are posted regularly on the expedition’s Facebook page: 
Jana Švecová has posted a video of her recent ascent of the new 8C boulder problem "Tokyo Drift" at Holštejn in the Moravian Karst. The climb ranks among the most difficult women’s bouldering ascents in the world. It is also a women’s first ascent. 
The documentary *Eternal Desire* (Věčná touha), produced by Alternative.NOW under the direction of Tomáš Galásek, is heading to cinemas. The premiere is on April 14, 2026, in Prague, followed by a roadshow across the Czech Republic.
Marián Šajnoha, a prominent Slovak mountaineer and former long-time president of the Slovak Mountaineering Association (SHS JAMES), has died at the age of 86. He was one of the leading figures in Slovak mountaineering during the second half of the 20th century and remained actively involved in its development even after 1989. 
Another year has passed, and here is the latest annual of the Petrohradské padání (Petrohrad's Falling). 
