TREHE IS PLENTY TO EXPERIENCE IN THE KRKONOŠE MOUNTAINS
Places to go
Treetop Walk in the Krkonoše Mountains
The Treetop Walk is located in the heart of the majestic forests of the Krkonoše National Park nearby the town Jánské Lázně.
The wooden huge tower is 45 meters high, the entire route is more than 1.5 km long and is wheelchair accessible. During your walk along the trail, you may enjoy several adrenaline attractions and interesting educational spots. In the course of your tour, you will also get to a unique underground cave, where is a great educational center. You could also take a ride on a dry toboggan, which is more than 80 meters long.
Krkonoše Mountains Museum
The Krkonoše Museum of the KRNAP Administration is located in Vrchlabí. The museum can be found in the Augustinian Monastery with an exhibition called Stone and Life and an ecological exhibition dedicated to the nature of the Krkonoše Mountains. An exhibition about Krkonoše traditions is also in a set of four historical houses near the Gothic church on the square – Náměstí Míru in Vrchlabí.
Sněžka - the highest mountain in the Czechia
Especially in the summer months is Sněžka an interesting spot, where to go on a trip.
An ideal starting point for this trip is the town Pec pod Sněžkou (750 m.n.m.). From here you can go by foot or using the new cableway leading to the top.
A tour of antique statues in the town Hostinné
In the premises of the Franciscan monastery from year 1678, there is a unique collection of plaster casts of ancient statues dating back to 1912. From the chalet to the town Hostinné it takes less than 20 minutes.
Unique chimes in the town Dolní Dvůr
At St. Joseph’s Church in Dolní Dvůr you could hear the unique chimes.
It comes from the workroom Mrs. Dytrychova and in 1995 the chimes was even ordained.
The chimes plays always daily to passers-by at 10 a.m and 17 p.m. hours. On Saturday and additionally on Sundays and at noon. For each season they are prepared in four tunes. Moreover in the Christmas period,
you can listen to a special Christmas melody, that will certainly entice pleasantly.
A trip to the Elbe spring
Who goes to the Giant Mountains for hiking and admiring the beauty of nature, you should not skip a trip to the source of the largest Czech river Elbe. Source Elbe rises on the Elbe meadow, lying close to the state border with Poland.
To the spring you can go from Horni Misecky famous sports
and especially winter resort. Despite the rise, ascend to Medvědín
Vrbatova to shed further exploring směremk Pančavskému waterfall that is one of the most impressive Giant Mountains waterfalls. It is located about 1 km south of the Elbe shed in Pančavský creek.
U waterfall is called. Ambrožova prospect of a place named after one of the pioneers of the protection of the Giant Mountains, which offers a nice view
on the Elbe Valley, the Elbe pit Goat ridges, Kotel and Lysa hora.
The path along the edge of the Elbe jam is open only in summer and autumn. In winter, it is necessary to use a little bit above the current winter tyčovanou path away from the massive snow overhangs and steep cliffs. After two trips to get to the Elbe shed and then continue up to the Elbe spring.
You can also use the yellow marked Horsehead way to the border with Poland and after a tour of nearly 300 m deep precipices of the Snow pits a nearby rock outcrop Violík Again, you can follow the yellow trail also get to the Elbe spring.
Dvůr Kralové Zoo - Safari park
Get to know an African safari, visit the savannah, make your way through the rainforest or discover the secrets of coral reef life. Let yourself be carried away by the illusion of Africa as you see large herds of animals.
In the safari park Dvůr Králové you will enjoy a lot of fun and get new experiences. You may invite the animal to lunch. You can even try to be a zookeeper or cook at a zoo park for the day. In the unique rope park, you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of the animals.
It is also available to get guided tours.
Royal Forest Dam
The awesome attraction of the Podkrkonoší is certainly the Royal Forest Dam. A reservoir on the Elbe River, which was built at the beginning of the 20th century. It is not far away from the town Dvůr Králové.
Golf Club Mladé Buky
The golf course is located in the picturesque mountain area and provides a unique view of the Krkonoše mountain. You could also try an indoor driving range. For instance when the weather istn´t good enough.
Prachovské rocks in the Czech Paradise
The most famous part of the Bohemian Paradise is undoubtedly the Prachovské skály, a paradise for climbers. The rock city lies northwest from the town Jičín. You could choose from four guided tours of various lengths.
There are the remains of a medieval castle Pařez and many perspectives. From the forest act giant sandstone formations, among which lead narrow paths and steep steps. They also have the oldest history of climbing in the country. The center of the city consists of romantic rock tall slender towers and pillars between which are deep and tight ravine.
Mountain resort Pec pod Sněžkou
Pec pod Sněžkou is one of the most important mountain resorts in the Krkonoše Mountains. This town offers you a huge number of summer and winter activities. With children, you can visit for instance the rope park, alpine coaster and Pec Kids Trails. It’s great to rent a bike and go to the tops of the Krkonoše Mountains.
You could taste traditional Krkonoše cuisine in several local restaurants and mountain cottages. The town Pec is an ideal place to spend the whole day actively.
Vejsplachy - the leisure area
A few steps out of town Vrchlabí, you can visit the Vejsplachy Leisure Time Park, where everyone will find something for themselves. From relaxing to playing games or sports activities. The area is suitable for families with children as well as for a group of friends or couples. Children can play on the playground, may try the pumptrack, bikepark or skatepark. Moreover you can also play tennis or visit the modern swimming and relaxation centre.
If you are looking for relaxation, take a walk around lake called Kačák. In winter, you can use the cross-country trails, which are perfectly groomed. The main cross-country circuit is artificially lit and snowed.
