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Sněžka
Circular Route: Erlebachova Bouda – Man/Woman Stones – Snow Pits – Elbe Spring – Martinova Bouda – back via Krkonoše ridge trail – including ascent to Sněžka

Start & Finish: Erlebachova Bouda, Špindlerův Mlýn
Distance: 20.2 km
Total Time: approx. 6:50 h walking (without long breaks)
Elevation Gain/Loss: approx. 711 m
Difficulty: moderately difficult – suitable for experienced hikers
Highest Point: Sněžka (1,603 m) – the highest mountain in the Czech Republic

Route Description

Erlebachova Bouda → Špindlerova Bouda
Distance: 863 m | Time: 20 min
Easy start on a paved ridge path.

Špindlerova Bouda → Słonecznik (Polední kameny)
Distance: 3.3 km | Time: 1:10 h
Crossing the Polish side of the border, with beautiful views.

Słonecznik → Sněžka (1,603 m)
Distance: 5.9 km | Time: 1:57 h
The summit and main goal of the hike – highest peak of the Czech Republic.
Panoramic views, alpine atmosphere.

Sněžka → Bouda u Bílého Labe
Distance: 7.4 km | Time: 2:28 h
Descent via Luční Bouda – with rest and refreshment options.

Bouda u Bílého Labe → Erlebachova Bouda
Distance: 2.7 km | Time: 55 min
Final climb back to the starting point.

Tips for the Hike

• Sněžka is the highest and most iconic peak in the Czech Republic.

• We recommend starting early in the morning – fewer people and better light.

• Refreshments available along the route: Špindlerova Bouda, Luční Bouda, Bouda u Bílého Labe.

• Always check the weather – conditions on the ridges can change quickly.

Elbe Spring (Pramen Labe)

Circular route: Erlebachova Bouda – Man/Woman Stones – Snow Pits – Elbe Spring – Martinova Bouda – return via forest trail

Start & Finish: Erlebachova Bouda, Špindlerův Mlýn
Route type: loop – ascent via mountain ridge, return through forest
Distance: 19.4 km
Total time: approx. 6 h 40 min (without longer breaks)
Elevation gain: approx. 700 m
Difficulty: medium (physically demanding, technically easy – for fit hikers)

Route Description

Erlebachova Bouda → Man Rocks (Mužské kameny)
Distance: 4.6 km | Time: approx. 1 h 40 min
Ascent through forest, then open landscape to the ridge.

Man Rocks → Snow Pits (Sněžné jámy)
Distance: 2.3 km | Time: approx. 52 min
Crossing the Woman Rocks (Dívčí kameny) with stunning views into Poland.
At the Snow Pits: dramatic rock walls and glacier cirques.

Snow Pits → Elbe Spring (Pramen Labe)
Distance: 2.5 km | Time: approx. 43 min
Follow the red trail, then turn off toward the symbolic Elbe spring.

Elbe Spring → Labská Bouda
Distance: 977 m | Time: approx. 19 min
Refreshments may be available (not always in operation).

Labská Bouda → Martinova Bouda
Distance: 2.6 km | Time: approx. 52 min
Forest trail along the contour line, gradually descending.

Martinova Bouda → Petrova Bouda (Petrovka)
Distance: 3.5 km | Time: approx. 1 h 16 min
Trail leads over Planýrka and Petrovka – scenic views.

Petrovka → Erlebachova Bouda
Distance: 2.9 km | Time: approx. 56 min
Final descent back to the starting point.

Short Circular Hike: Erlebachova Bouda – Bílé Labe – Devil’s Stream – Erlebachova Bouda

• Start/Finish: Erlebachova Bouda – Resort Sv. František

• Distance: 8.1 km

• Time: approx. 2 h 50 min (without long breaks)

• Elevation gain/loss: ±350 m

• Difficulty: medium (some rocky sections, otherwise technically easy)

• Type: small loop, suitable for fit children and active hikers

Route Description

1. Erlebachova Bouda → Bílé Labe (junction “U Bílého Labe”)

• Distance: 3.3 km

• Time: approx. 1 h 7 min

• Description: Descent from Erlebachova Bouda via yellow and then blue trail markers. The path leads through forest with scenic views over the slopes above the Elbe valley.

2. Bílé Labe → Devil’s Stream (Čertova strouha)

• Distance: 1.6 km

• Time: approx. 38 min

• Description: Continue upstream along the blue trail, following the picturesque Bílé Labe creek. Wooden footbridges and the sound of rushing water accompany you. Turn left toward Devil’s Stream.

3. Devil’s Stream → Erlebachova Bouda

• Distance: 3.2 km

• Time: approx. 1 h 5 min

• Description: Climb back to Erlebachova Bouda along the wild Devil’s Stream – a steeper but beautiful alpine section. The path is rocky and narrow in places but well marked. Return to the ridge through forest.

Elevation Profile (approximate)

• Start (Erlebachova Bouda): 1,140 m a.s.l.

• Bílé Labe Valley: descent to approx. 950 m a.s.l.

• Devil’s Stream return: climb back to 1,140 m a.s.l.

• Total elevation gain/loss: approx. ±350 m

Summary

A short circular trail with a beautiful mix of forest, mountain stream, rocks and untamed nature.
Perfect for a half-day hike. Also suitable in mild weather conditions – most of the trail is sheltered by forest.
Sturdy footwear recommended – the Devil’s Stream section is rocky.

Dívčí and nearby Mužské kameny are located right on the Czech–Polish border, along the red-marked Czech–Polish Friendship Trail above the Medvědí důl (Bear Valley), approximately 3 km from Erlebachova Bouda. These rock formations break up the otherwise uniform landscape of the Krkonoše massif, which is mostly characterized by flattened plateaus.

Geologically, these granite rocks are classified as tors, while larger formations are called rock walls. Dívčí and Mužské kameny are among the best-known tors on the Czech side of the Krkonoše. These tower-like rocks were formed during the Mesozoic and Tertiary periods, when erosion removed the surrounding, less resistant rocks, gradually exposing blocks of solid granite that had been hidden deep underground.

As is typical for granite, the exposed rock fractured into angular blocks under the influence of frost. Over time, further weathering and smoothing shaped them into their present rounded, loaf-like forms.

From Erlebachova Bouda, a beautiful hiking trail leads to Moravská Bouda. The walk is just under 3 km long and is easily manageable even for families with children. Along the way, you’ll find an educational trail about wildlife in the Krkonoše Mountains.

At Moravská Bouda, you can enjoy lunch, coffee, or a sweet treat. The round trip takes about 2 hours in total.

Route: From Erlebachova Bouda, follow the main road toward Špindlerova Bouda. At the first junction, continue straight along the Sudetská road – signs will point you to Moravská Bouda. (At the next two crossroads, keep left each time.)

Svatý Petr – chairlift 

The six-seater innogy line Svatý Petr chairlift takes you up to an altitude of 1,198 metres above sea level.It offers stunning views over the valley of Špindlerův Mlýn and, in good visibility, even far beyond the region.At the top, you can enjoy refreshments on the terrace of the panoramic restaurant Na Pláni.Children can play nearby at a fun wooden and water-themed playground next to the restaurant.For the way down, we recommend one of our popular educational nature trails.

The four-seater chairlift takes you from Špindlerův Mlýn to the top of Medvědín at an altitude of 1,235 metres above sea level.
Medvědín is a starting point for many hiking trips and scenic walks, offering breathtaking views of the Krkonoše Mountains.

Right next to the upper station, you’ll find two beautiful children’s playgrounds featuring unique elements in the shape of giant letters spelling out “Medvědín”.

From the summit, you can return to the valley via two popular educational trails – the Bear Trail (Medvědí stezka) and Spindlman’s Mission (Špindlmanova mise).

The alpine coaster in Špindlerův Mlýn (opened in 1997, length 1,400 m) offers a thrilling and emotional experience thanks to state-of-the-art stainless-steel technology.
One of its biggest advantages is that riders control their own speed, making it ideal for both adrenaline seekers and cautious beginners. Even younger children can enjoy the ride, accompanied by a parent on two-seater sleds.

Thanks to an extremely effective braking system, the ride is completely safe.

The track itself is 966 metres long, with an average incline of 7% and an elevation difference of 68 metres.
During the ride, you’ll pass through 22 curves, 5 jumps (terrain drops), and 3 tunnels.

Adventure Park is the entertainment center of Špindlerův Mlýn – perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a full day of fun!
For younger visitors, there’s a children’s playground, the creative Art Center Puntík, and even some unique attractions like aquazorbing – walking on water in a giant inflatable ball.

The highlight of the Adventure Park is the Giant Swing, where you’ll experience free fall and weightlessness!

A brand-new addition is the Krkonoše Bike Zone, which promotes a love for cycling across all generations.

Labská Dam welcomes visitors to Špindlerův Mlýn right at the town’s entrance. It is the first dam on the Elbe River, a registered technical monument, and a great destination for an easy trip from the town center – even with strollers and small children.

CONSTRUCTION TOOK 6 YEARS

The dam was built as a flood protection measure following catastrophic floods in the late 19th century. It helps regulate high water levels and protects areas downstream. Construction began in 1910 by the Vienna-based company Redlich & Berger, with funding of 3.5 million Austro-Hungarian crowns from the former Provincial Commission for River Regulation. The project was designed by the Technical Department for River Regulation and led by engineer Josef Plicka.

Although the structure was completed six years later, final inspection and official commissioning took place in 1918.

A major reconstruction was carried out between 1966 and 1986, during which leaks in the dam wall – present since its early operation – were sealed. The initials RČ (Czechoslovak Republic) are engraved in the center of the dam face. The most recent renovation occurred in 2006–2007, including repairs to the dam crest.

TECHNICAL DATA

• Gravity arch dam of the Intze type

• Built from local gneiss stone with tras-cement mortar

• Max. dam height from base: 41.5 m

• Crest length: 153.5 m

• Crest width: 6.15 m

• Reservoir volume: 3.292 million m³

• Max. flooded area: 26.78 ha

• Avg. annual flow: 2.14 m³/s

• Q100 flow rate: 175 m³/s

• Below the dam lies the first hydroelectric power plant on the Elbe, operational since 1994.

FISHING

Sport fishing is allowed at the dam with a permit issued by the Špindlerův Mlýn Forest Administration.
Fishing permits are issued by Mr. Milan Pavlík (tel. +420 603 900 792) and can be picked up in person at the forest house in Labská no. 30 (at the junction above Hotel Pinie, toward Rovinka).

Scooter descent from Špindlerovka to the center of Špindlerův Mlýn – including scooter and helmet rental.
The 10 km downhill ride back to town is all yours to enjoy. Don’t miss this unique and fun outdoor experience!

The scooters are suitable for adults and children from 6 years old, making it a perfect family-friendly activity.
You can return to the top comfortably by public bus.

Miller’s Circuits are easy walking routes through Špindlerův Mlýn, guiding you away from traffic into peaceful urban nature zones. Along the way, you’ll learn about the geological history, flora, and fauna of the Krkonoše Mountains.

All three circuits start in the town park at the statue of the Špindlerův Miller, directly across from Hotel Savoy.
For easier navigation, pick up a route map at the Tourist Information Centre.
More info here.

Visit the world’s largest exhibition about the Krkonoše Mountains.
See the meanders of the Elbe River, Krkonoše waterfalls, and a real alpine meadow full of protected flowers. Meet the legendary spirit Krakonoš, and experience the mysterious phenomenon of Brockenspectre with a slight chill down your spine. Discover traditional mountain crafts like shepherding, glassmaking, and forestry. Step inside an old mining tunnel.

Be moved by exhibits showing the greatest ecological disasters – both natural and human-made – such as the fate of Sudeten Germans during and after World War II. Walk through a model Krkonoše forest, which has endured its own natural calamities over the years.

Opening hours

January – December
1.1. – 31.12.
Monday: closed

Admission

• Standard: CZK 250

• Reduced: CZK 100

• Family: CZK 500

Note:
Tickets valid for all KRNAP museums: CZK 350 / 200 / 700 – valid for 3 days.
(Exception: Šindelka exhibition in Harrachov is currently under full reconstruction.)

Estimated visit duration

2 hours

The Tree Top Walk is located on the edge of Janské Lázně in the Krkonoše Mountains. The highlight of the trail is a 45-metre-high observation tower, offering panoramic views over the surrounding treetops and the spa town below. The horizontal part of the walkway runs 24 metres above the ground, and the full trail through the forest canopy is 1,511 metres long. You can descend from the tower via a dry slide.

What makes the Krkonoše Tree Top Walk truly unique is that it also leads visitors underground. There, you can explore the microworld of soil, from tree roots to tiny forest organisms. The interactive underground space reveals the secrets of the forest floor and the complex root system of Krkonoše trees.

Above ground, the trail gradually rises to a height of 23 metres. Along the route, visitors of all ages can enjoy three educational stops and three playful adventure stations, where they can test their courage while safely peering down through the structure. Everything is secured, and falling is not possible.

Around two-thirds into the walk, the 45-metre lookout tower invites visitors to climb even higher – and for the way down, there's a 50-metre-long slide (ride: CZK 50). The trail is also fully wheelchair-accessible, making it open to all, including visitors with disabilities.

The Tree Top Walk won the 2018 Building of the Year Award in the Hradec Králové Region and was also named the public favourite in the DestinaCZe national tourism contest.

New for 2024 – Glass Skywalk

Since June 2024, the Tree Top Walk has added an exciting new attraction: a glass skywalk on the highest level of the observation tower.
This over 3-meter-long glass walkway, located 43 metres above the ground, is the first of its kind in the Krkonoše Mountains.
Visitors can now look directly down through the transparent floor to the treetops and nature below their feet.

The castle is open for individual visits, without a guide. However, a guided explanation about the history and structure of the castle can be arranged upon request.

Trosky is made up of two towers named Baba (47 m) and Panna (57 m). In 1999, a viewing platform was constructed on the Baba tower.

In good weather, visitors can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view, including Prague, Mladá Boleslav, Turnov, and Rovensko pod Troskami. The view stretches over the Bohemian Central Highlands, the Lusatian and Jizera Mountains, the Krkonoše (Giant Mountains), much of the Bohemian Paradise, and many other places in the surrounding region.

The cave system consists of two relatively separate networks of corridors and chambers, which were later connected by artificial tunnels and a long adit. The lowest parts of the caves are permanently flooded, forming the largest underground lakes in Bohemia.

With a total explored length of 1,118 meters and a vertical difference of 43 meters, these are the longest dolomite caves in the Czech Republic.
The air temperature inside ranges between 7.5–9 °C, humidity between 96–100%, and the water temperature remains at 8 °C.

The publicly accessible route is 350 meters long, and the guided tour takes approximately 45 minutes. In 1999, the Bozkov Dolomite Caves were declared a National Natural Monument. Every year, they attract around 70,000 visitors from all over the world.

The tour is not physically demanding and is suitable even for small children.

The grand finale is the magnificent Lake Dome, where the crystal-clear surface mirrors the beauty of the entire cave – an unforgettable image visitors take with them as a unique souvenir.

Due to high visitor interest during the summer tourist season, advance telephone reservation is strongly recommended.
Reservations for individuals and families are accepted:

• Monday: 11:00–15:00

• Tuesday to Friday: 8:00–12:00

• Weekends & holidays: 9:00–12:00
  Reservations for same-day tours are accepted from 14:00 until the end of visiting hours.
  Group reservations can be made at any time during opening hours.

One of the best-preserved, most significant, and also last remaining medieval castles in the Czech Republic is Kost Castle. It is located about 18 km from the town of Jičín, within the Bohemian Paradise Protected Landscape Area.

A popular legend says the castle was named “Kost” (meaning “bone”) because it was never conquered – being “as hard as bone.”

Today, the castle offers four guided tours:

• The Kinský Family tour

• The Medieval Torture Chamber

• A combined tour (Kinský Family + Torture Chamber)

• A shortened route

Kost Castle, along with Karlova Koruna Chateau in Chlumec nad Cidlinou, is currently owned by brothers Giovanni and Pio Kinský, who reside permanently in Italy and visit their Czech estate once or twice a month.

In the Czech Republic, their property is managed by the Kinský dal Borgo joint-stock company.

The Neo-Gothic Sychrov Castle, formerly a Baroque residence, served as the home of the French noble family Rohan. You may recognize it from Czech fairytale films like Zlatovláska (Goldilocks) or The Immortal Aunt.

The castle offers three guided tour routes, night tours, falconry demonstrations, and concerts throughout the year.

The current French Neo-Gothic appearance of the castle is thanks to Prince Camille de Rohan.
Its picture gallery holds the largest collection of French portraiture in Central Europe, and the intricate woodcarvings throughout the interiors are masterpieces of Czech craftsmanship.

Sychrov is one of the most important examples of romantic French-style Neo-Gothic architecture in the Czech Republic. It is open to the public to a large extent, allowing visitors to gain an authentic impression of life at a rural aristocratic estate in the second half of the 19th century.

The castle rooms are furnished with original period furniture, paintings, and accessories, and most interiors are richly decorated with wood carvings.
Sychrov Castle also houses the only traditional royal apartment in the Czech Republic – once reserved for the most prestigious guests.

Sychrov Castle is open year-round, including Mondays.

Safari Park Dvůr Králové is one of the most famous zoological parks in the Czech Republic. It features the largest collection of African animals in Europe and offers a truly unique experience through its African and Lion Safaris. The park is also a world leader in breeding critically endangered species and successfully returning them to the wild.

In 2018, the zoo officially changed its name to Safari Park Dvůr Králové, better reflecting its unique character.
Visitors can look forward to seeing over 2,300 animals, including the rare okapi, as well as fascinating exhibits such as Tropical Swamps, African Savannah, and Water Worlds.

The Safari Park has achieved global recognition for its conservation efforts. It is the only facility in the world to have successfully bred the northern white rhino in human care, and has already transported eight rhinos to Africa as part of rewilding projects.

In the African Safari, guests travel among freely roaming zebras, antelopes, birds, and – since 2017 – even giraffes.
Uniquely in Central Europe, the park also offers Lion Safari rides, taking visitors right among a pride of lions. The safari experience is enriched with African culture and art – from summer festivals and exhibitions to African cuisine tastings and live concerts.

Indoor pavilions and exhibits are open year-round, including Bird World, Water Worlds, Venomous Africa, indoor exhibits for rhinos, pygmy hippos, okapi, and the Big Cats Pavilion. In 2018, the Neumann Villa, the park’s historic administrative building, opened the unique exhibition "Art Beneath the Skin", presenting the anatomy of vertebrates – including the skeleton of Nabiré, the last northern white rhino that lived and died in Europe.

In 2019, a covered giraffe pavilion was opened. In 2021, the hippo bridge was reconstructed.
The latest addition, opened in 2022, is the African penguin exhibit – the largest of its kind in the Czech Republic.

The most famous part of the Bohemian Paradise is undoubtedly the Prachov Rocks – a true paradise for rock climbers. This sandstone rock town lies about 7 km northwest of the town of Jičín, and visitors can choose from several marked hiking trails.

The heavily eroded plateau was formed from sandstone, marlstone, and chalk deposits during the Mesozoic era. In the Neogene period, small volcanic intrusions penetrated the Cretaceous rocks, contributing to the disintegration of the original plateau. Over time, the forces of wind and water shaped the landscape into towers, pillars, and blocks. Some rock formations reach up to 40 meters in height.

A dense network of hiking trails leads through gorges, ravines, narrow passages, and across the tops of sandstone cliffs with spectacular viewpoints and magical hidden spots.
Popular stops include the Bohemian Paradise Viewpoint, American Cave, Professor Haken’s Lookout, and the Emperor’s Corridor.

On hot summer days, tired hikers can cool off at the natural pool "Pelíšek", named after the local forest spirit of the rocks.

In Kowary, on the site of a former carpet factory, you’ll find the Miniature Park of Lower Silesia.
This project, which showcases the region’s architectural landmarks, is not only a tourist attraction, but also serves as an information center for the Euroregion.

During your visit, you’ll see scale models of castles, châteaux, monasteries, and town halls, all at a scale of 1:25. For example, Sněžka (1602 m) is displayed 50 times smaller than the real mountain.

The miniatures are crafted using state-of-the-art model-making techniques and built to withstand harsh weather conditions.
The greenery, natural surroundings, and precise attention to detail only enhance the beauty of these architectural jewels from our region.

Dětenice Chateau is located about 70 km northeast of Prague, on the edge of the Bohemian Paradise. The château is known for its historical programs, Rococo balls, and medieval banquets.
Nearby, you’ll find a restored historic building with the legendary Medieval Tavern and a brewery that produces its own craft beer.

The château offers a guided tour for adults, featuring unique highlights such as:

• A rare collection of weapons belonging to the Knights of Malta,

• A collection of hunting trophies,

• Wall paintings in al secco and al fresco techniques,

• Baroque and Rococo stucco decorations.

The Knights of Malta weapons collection includes around 350 pieces, mostly from the Thirty Years’ War, and even features naval cannons from the historic 1522 Siege of Rhodes.

The château's salons are furnished with period furniture, antique clocks, Bohemian crystal and brass chandeliers, tiled stoves, rare carpets, and predominantly Baroque paintings.
Visitors especially appreciate the luxurious curtains, floral arrangements, and the display of porcelain and aristocratic accessories.

The château’s elegant halls also serve as venues for conferences, weddings, concerts, receptions, and other events.

Attached to the château is a beautiful 4-hectare landscaped park, featuring classicizing Baroque sculptures.

The Dětenice château resort also invites you to visit the Castle Brewery, the Medieval Tavern, and the Medieval Hotel – for a truly immersive historical experience.