Climbing centre OWL - climbing towards the sky

Climber at OWL climbing center on a climbing wall, illuminated by the open glass roof allowing natural light into the hall.

The Brakel Climbing Centre impresses with state-of-the-art architecture and top safety standards. Two LAMILUX Continuous Rooflights create a bright and pleasant indoor atmosphere while also playing a crucial role in ventilation and fire protection.

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View of light strips in the OWL climbing centre, including a green climbing wall with colourful climbing holds.

Close-up view of a large, curved glass roof with metal frames and ventilation elements at the OWL climbing center.

OWL climbing center with a climbing wall and an open skylight allowing daylight into the hall. A woman is climbing the colorful wall.

Open skylight on the roof of the OWL climbing center, allowing daylight into the climbing hall with a climbing wall.

Climbing with a View of the Sky

The Brakel Climbing Centre is a flagship project for the region, featuring cutting-edge climbing facilities, innovative daylight solutions, and a well-thought-out safety concept. This project sets new standards in sports facility construction and architectural innovation.

2 Continuous Rooflights4,80 meters in length6,4m² smoke ventilation area

LAMILUX Continuous Rooflight B

Climbing hall at OWL climbing center featuring colorful climbing walls and a large skylight for natural daylight.

The Brakel Climbing Centre is not only the largest and most advanced facility of its kind in the Ostwestfalen-Lippe region, but also a showcase for athletic innovation.
With a height of 15 meters, two floors, and 85 climbing routes ranging up to difficulty level 10, it offers an unmatched experience for climbing enthusiasts. From beginners to professionals, everyone can find their challenge here—making it a hub for both athletic excellence and inspiration.

Female climber on an indoor climbing wall at the OWL climbing center under a large skylight providing natural daylight.

LAMILUX Continuous Rooflight B: Meeting Customer Expectations

At the heart of the building, two LAMILUX Continuous Rooflights B with dual flaps ensure a pleasant and healthy indoor atmosphere. Their strategic placement gives climbers the feeling of literally ascending towards the sky, perfectly fulfilling the vision of the project developers.
But these continuous rooflights are more than just an aesthetic feature—they are key elements in the daily ventilation system, contributing significantly to air quality and ensuring a comfortable indoor climate.

Roof view of the OWL climbing center featuring a large, arched skylight allowing natural daylight into the building.

A New Perspective: The Role of Daylight and Fresh Air in Sports

The importance of daylight and fresh air in athletic environments cannot be overstated. Natural lighting improves concentration, enhances well-being, and creates an inspiring environment for climbers.
With two LAMILUX Continuous Rooflights B, the Brakel Climbing Centre benefits from optimal daylight penetration, reducing the need for artificial lighting and creating a welcoming, open atmosphere.

Close-up of the open arched glass roof at OWL climbing center, showcasing the metal structure and natural light streaming in.

Enhanced Safety Through Integrated Fire Protection

Beyond the sports and architectural highlights, safety was a top priority in this project.
The dual flaps of the LAMILUX Continuous Rooflights B serve as an effective smoke and heat exhaust system (SHEV) in the event of a fire. They provide a 6.4m² aerodynamic smoke extraction area, ensuring the rapid removal of smoke and heat—a critical safety measure that can save lives in an emergency.

We explain more about fire protection and SHEVS in our blog article.