We are excited to announce a partnership between our company Citywall and the Norwegian company Høyt & Lavt, combining our expertise to bring a fresh and innovative approach to adventure and entertainment. Both companies share a commitment to safety, inclusivity, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the realm of outdoor and indoor climbing experiences.

Together, we are launching a unique concept that merges the thrill of adventure with the joy of entertainment, setting a new standard for family-friendly activities that inspire and challenge.

About Citywall

At Citywall, we have over 25 years of experience in the climbing industry, designing and installing climbing walls that inspire and challenge climbers worldwide. Our mission is to make climbing accessible to everyone, whether in schools, gyms, adventure parks, or private homes. We are passionate about creating spaces that promote physical activity, cognitive development, and a sense of adventure.

Known for our commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, Citywall has become a trusted name in the climbing community, with a global reach that spans from Europe to Asia and beyond. Our products meet the highest standards of safety and quality, as evidenced by our ISO 9001:2015 certification.

About Høyt & Lavt

Høyt & Lavt Adventure concepts is a leader in the creation of outdoor climbing parks in Norway, with 18 locations offering a range of exhilarating

experiences set indoor and especially outdoor. Their concepts are designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment, allowing visitors to engage with the forest and terrain through ziplines, rope courses, and climbing challenges.

Safety is their utmost priority, and they are dedicated to providing a secure and inclusive environment where guests of all ages and abilities can explore and

 enjoy. Høyt & Lavt’s philosophy is rooted in sustainability and innovation, continually evolving their parks to offer new and exciting ways to connect with nature.

A new adventure and entertainment concept

Our partnership with Høyt & Lavt allows us to bring a new dimension to adventure and entertainment, combining Citywall’s expertise in climbing solutions with Høyt & Lavt’s adventure park experience. This collaboration will enable us to offer a comprehensive range of activities that cater to diverse audiences, from young children taking their first steps in climbing to seasoned adventurers looking for new challenges.

What’s coming next

With our new concept, we are expanding our offerings to include integrated indoor-outdoor adventure experiences that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds. Imagine climbing routes that start indoors and extend outside, interactive rope courses spanning various difficulty levels, and custom-designed play spaces that promote physical activity in a safe and engaging way.

Our joint venture also introduces dynamic climbing challenges, adaptable adventure courses for different skill levels, and themed climbing structures that immerse participants in captivating narratives. This collaboration brings a comprehensive adventure and entertainment experience that caters to all ages and abilities, making every visit an exciting and memorable journey.

Reaching new heights together

This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for Citywall and Høyt & Lavt, as we join forces to elevate the standards of adventure and entertainment. By leveraging our shared commitment to innovation and safety, we are not only creating fun and memorable experiences but also setting new benchmarks for the industry. Our collaboration with a leading Norwegian company reflects our dedication to going a step further and embracing new challenges.

Join us on this journey as we redefine what adventure and entertainment can be. Whether you’re a family looking for a fun day out, a school seeking engaging activities for students, or an individual eager to explore new challenges, our new concept has something for everyone. Together, Citywall and Høyt & Lavt are making adventure accessible, safe, and more thrilling than ever before. Let’s reach new heights together!

If you want to know more about our new adventure and entertainment program then contact us on info@citywall.eu or call us 00386 41 953 855.

Citywall has been a household name in the climbing industry overseas, and now the global wall producer’s total-solution package has made its way stateside.

Just like a skilled artist needs a good canvas, a quality climbing gym needs high-quality climbing walls. But making high-quality walls is easier said than sent. Proper walls need to be durable, functional, aesthetically pleasing, and they need to fit the needs and goals of the climbing center. When building a new climbing gym, aspiring owners have to answer one very important question: “Who is going to build our walls?”

Enter Citywall—a long-experienced, global wall producer out of Slovenia. Citywall’s focus on sustainable materials, a bespoke design process, and fast turnaround times makes them a strong choice for new gym builds and existing gym build-outs alike. This year, Citywall has made its entrance into the North American market, positioning themselves as a unique combination of global experience and small company feel.

Citywall – Every Project Is Personal

Citywall may be a new player in North America, but they’ve been designing and installing walls for nearly three decades. Since their founding in 1996, Citywall has installed walls in 20 countries, spanning four continents. In 2021 and 2022 alone, Citywall manufactured and installed 75 projects in 14 different countries, totaling over 450,000 square feet of climbing surface. Their versatility shows up in the different projects they undertake—from your typical wide-ranging commercial climbing centers to boutique school walls, training-focused facilities, outdoor bouldering areas, and self-standing towers.

New to the U.S. market, Citywall has three decades of experience building bespoke climbing walls in 20 countries, including aesthetic roped and bouldering walls for gyms.

To understand what sets Citywall apart is to take a mental trip to Slovenia. Historically, the Slovenes were a people who settled in the jagged peaks of the southeastern Alps. Today, in the climbing world, the country is a top-tier climbing destination that produces athletes who are consistently seen on the World Cup and Olympic circuits. When it comes to business, Slovenian culture is known for its strong work ethic and drive. Citywall is the product of that mountain culture and hard-work mindset—a company that aims to produce world-class, sustainable walls with professionalism and within tight deadlines.

The Product – Quality, Sustainability and Durability

There is much more that goes into designing and building a climbing wall than meets the average climber’s eye. Climbing walls must sustain heavy weight and force loads as well as constant resetting of routes, demanding strong structure and longevity. And durability is a function of materials and design.

Citywall finds that durability in their structural material of choice: glulam. Glulam is glued laminated timber—a structural material composed of layers of lumber glued together with moisture-free adhesives. Glulam has both a strong strength-to-weight ratio and a higher resistance to lateral buckling than steel. It is a natural, sustainable structural alternative, and it requires one sixth of the production energy that comparable strength steel requires—an aspect that is appealing to both gym owners and gym customers. “At a time when we are all suffering from a lack of raw materials and the consequences of the climate crisis, the choice of building material is of course of crucial importance,” says Sebastian Oppelt, who co-runs Boulderwelt, a gym brand in Germany which has built seven locations and counting with Citywall. “Most of our customers have also developed a great awareness of this. Wood is a renewable raw material that also contributes to a good indoor climate and is therefore ideal for our project.”

Climbing wall durability is all about the raw materials and how they’re used. Citywall structures made with glulam and Baltic birch are durable, sustainable and cost-effective.

Because glulam is glued together rather than harvested as large beams from a single tree, the sourcing options are not limited to large trees from old growth forests. This factor also assists in transportation and construction, making the structures much easier to move and assemble. “We can fit 40% more materials in a shipping container if using engineered wood substructure,” says Kynan Waggoner, Managing Director for Citywall North America. “We can install 40% faster if using an engineered wood substructure. These savings are the client’s savings.” And on the installation side of things, glulam is easier to work with. “It is much easier for our installers to make ‘on-the-fly’ adjustments to the substructure that come with every climbing gym build. It is much more difficult to engineer and fabricate something on the spot when using steel as your substructure.”

Combine the glulam with Baltic birch, sourced from productive forests throughout Europe, and the whole package is sustainable, cost effective, and highly aesthetic. “This was one of the major reasons for choosing Citywall for our concept building in massive wood,” says Rune Osvold, CEO of the Høyt Under Taket gyms in Norway. “We also wanted to build a sustainable venue, and then it was important for us that the rest of the walls and inventory also were as sustainable as they could be.”

The Process – From Ideation to Completion

Each new gym owner has a specific vision for what their center is going to be. Citywall steps in with its experienced designers to help turn that vision into a reality. One of their mantras is that every project is personal—a concept that starts in the design phase and lasts all the way through project completion. “[The design process] was very good,” says Osvold. “We had a lot of team meetings where the designer and our team worked well together to come up with a design that would work for our concept.” When a project grows complicated, Citywall has the design capabilities and industry experience to meet the customer demands. “Our creative design poses major problems for most manufacturers,” says Oppelt, referring to challenges like a free-floating globe and special lightweight floors. “Citywall was able to solve all of these issues for us.”

Citywall has built climbing walls of all shapes and sizes, from complex bouldering walls to self-standing towers.

Another key element is the production time. Citywall prides itself on being able to go from ideation to completion in six months or less. This complicated process includes topography, engineering, production, shipping and installation. Citywall has a full-package in-house team, a small but essential detail that helps keep progress on track. “Deviations occur on every major construction site,” says Oppelt. “In this case, it is important to have a strong partner who can react flexibly. Because Citywall has their entire range in-house, they can react very quickly and develop solution strategies. Direct contact and fixed contact persons enable smooth and targeted communication.”

In addition to the full-service production team, Citywall operates as OEM—original equipment manufacturer—for a number of high-profile hold and volume brands. “We produce and distribute wood volumes and fiberglass macros for a wide range of brands, including eXpression and So iLL,” says Waggoner. This work is on top of running their in-house macro and volume brands—Illusion, Climb1 and Infinity—which are all displayed on their sister website, climbinggymheaven.com. Current research and development is going into perfecting a polyeurethane (PU) blend, with the goal of actively stepping into OEM for PU hold companies.

Besides walls, Citywall manufactures top-notch macros and volumes for climbing hold companies all over the world as well as its three in-house brands.

These full-service capabilities allow Citywall to provide industry-standard quality without missing deadlines. “Due to Citywall’s manpower, it is also possible to realize large projects at short notice,” says Oppelt. “For our first joint project, it took us less than four months from the time we made contact to completion.”

Citywall is new to the North American market, making them the “little guy” in an industry populated by well-established giants. However, unlike most newcomers, Citywall has the benefit of three decades of world-class experience. It’s a combination rarely seen, making Citywall unique in the wall-building space. “In the United States and North America, we are definitely the little guy,” says Waggoner. “We have yet to install our first project! In addition, I’m the only employee of the North American side of the company so far….Can we get any littler than an office of one?”

In a crowded market, finding the right wall solutions for new gym owners can be a pivotal decision. With a focus on sustainability, turnaround time, and small-business customer service, Citywall is an appealing new choice. “We can unreservedly recommend Citywall,” says Oppelt. “We thank them for the many joint projects and the high level of commitment that they show again and again.”