Need to book your outing to the climbing forest?

15 January 2026

A practical question when planning your visit: do you need to make a reservation for the climbing forest? And can you visit without booking? Here you can read all about booking at the climbing forest, the benefits and what happens if you come without a booking.

Booking climbing forest: not compulsory, but highly recommended

Is booking required at the climbing forest? The short answer: no, but we strongly recommend it.

Why booking is recommended

There are good reasons why booking in advance at the climbing forest is wise:

1. Limited capacity climbing forest

• The climbing forest has maximum number of climbers per time slot
• This ensures:
  • Safety and overview for instructors
  • No overcrowded courses
  • Pleasant climbing experience for all
  • Sufficient guidance

2. Fixed start times for instruction

• Instruction begins at set times
• Mandatory safety instruction for all climbers
• Groups start simultaneously
• Logistics planning with fixed schedules

Start times in the climbing forest are not flexible, you have to join a scheduled instruction.

Without a reservation in the climbing forest, it may mean that there is no place left.

3. No waiting times

With reservation:
✓ You know exactly what time you start
✓ No uncertainty about availability
✓ Good to combine with other plans
✓ Efficient use of your day

What happens without a reservation?

Can you go to climbing forest without booking? Yes, but with risks:

Procedure walk-in visitors

1. You arrive without a booking
2. A climbing forest employee checks available start times
3. Two scenarios possible:

Scenario A: Spot available
✓ You get ticket for next or desired start time
✓ Possible immediate start or short waiting period
✓ Pay on the spot
✓ Climbing as booked visitors

Scenario B: Fully booked
❌ No more space available at desired time
❌ Possible whole day fully booked
❌ You should come back other day/time
❌ Disappointment, especially for children

Risks without booking

• Disappointment: Came all the way for nothing
• Waiting time: Possible wait hours for next start time
• No planning: Uncertainty about when to climb
• Busy: Weekends and holidays especially high risk

Going to the climbing forest without a reservation is gambling, it can go well, but it can also be disappointing.

Frequently asked questions about booking

Conclusion: booking is smart

Do you need to make reservations for the climbing forest? It is not strictly mandatory, but highly recommended. The climbing forest has limited capacity and works with fixed start times for compulsory instruction. Without a reservation, you run the risk that all spots are fully booked, especially on busy days. By booking online in advance, you are assured of a spot at your desired time, avoid disappointment and can relax and enjoy your climbing adventure. Booking takes just 5 minutes and makes your outing stress-free!