The newest climbing area in Liptov consisting of a 50-metre-high conglomerate rock. It towers over the boundary of the Studničná and Komjatná villages, in the municipality of Ružomberok. It hosts beautiful climbing routes for climbers of different levels and offers an opportunity to climb long routes. An amazing feature of conglomerate rock is that it has many holds, scales and notches, which is why the area is the top rock climbing destination in Liptov. The view from the top of the rock is one of the most beautiful in the region.
Climbing permitted: all year round
Info james.sk: List of climbing areas in Slovakia, restrictions, rocks wardens
No. of routes: 35
Difficulty: V – X- UIAA
Length of routes: 20 – 45! m
Approach: 15 min.
Take the road leading from Ružomberok towards Dolný Kubín. At Komjatná turn right and carry on for about 2 km up the hill. You will see Studničná – part of the Komjatná village – from there. Park the car on the hill, right next to the chapel that stands next to the road. Then take the field path towards Komjatná. Cross the meadow and walk the steep short hill that will lead you to the forest. Turn left to the forest and follow the footpath. It will take you 5 minutes to get to the top of the reef. There is a path on both sides of the reef leading down under the rocks.
Description: 11 glue-in stainless steel bolts + abseil chain.
A nice route for getting acquainted with the area. It finishes with a comfortable stance from where you can climb the route called Zuzkina, which has the difficulty level of VI. Take a long enough rope! The route is named after the Televíkend TV show in which the route was climbed.
See www.shsjames.org for current restrictions.