700m Peaks off the Beaten Path
To ascend all the local 700m peaks off the beaten path? A challenge for those who are not afraid to turn off the well-marked trails and journey cross-country. A challenge for those who seek adventure! Luž 793m; Pěnkavčí vrch 792 m; Jedlová 774 m; Klíč 760 m; Hvozd 749 m; Studenec 736 m; Velký Bu […]
Crossing the Lusatian Mountains
Crossing the not-so-high mountains in the north in one day? Not a problem for a skilled hiker! Enjoy a trek from Jítrava all the way to Krásná Lípa along the most beautiful parts of the Lusatian Mountains with ascents to Luž, Hvozd, and Jedlová. Starting point: Jítrava, bus – red-marked trail – White Stones – […]
See the Devil’s Wall near Osečná – in a Saddle
A ride through Podještědí where you discover the source of the Ploučnice river, enjoy the view of Ještěd, try to hug a thousand-years-old lime tree, and marvel at a rare geological monument. What more could one ask for? Enjoy this relaxing cycling trip suitable for the whole family! Starting point/Final destination: Osečná – cycle path […]
Visit an Old-Growth Forest, See the Chamois
A walk through the landscape in the Studenec region offers a plethora of unexpected experiences – encounters with chamois, curious animals which were introduced here by humans and quickly became familiar with the mountain landscape, vast debris fields, amazing views of the Bohemian Switzerland, basalt pipes on Zlatý vrch, and finally the old-growth forest on […]
The Healing Power of Water and Herbs – in a Saddle
Jablonné v Podještědí counts among the oldest towns in northern Bohemia. It was founded by Havel, the husband of St. Zdislava, the famous local saint. This cycling trip will allow you to ride in the footsteps of St. Zdislava and the monks from the local Dominican monastery, which was also established in Jablonné at the […]
The Miracles of Česká Kamenice
Česká Kamenice will enchant you with its well-preserved historical centre as well as its location in the countryside on the border of three protected landscape areas – the Bohemian Central Highlands, the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, and the Lusatian Mountains. Whichever way you go, you cannot go wrong. The tour of the town itself, with the […]
Enjoy Circular Views – in a Saddle
Thanks to the initiative of the Mountain Association for Northernmost Bohemia, trails were modified, shelters, lookout towers, and other points of interest were built, and guides and maps of the region were published as early as the end of the 19th century. Nowadays, we can only marvel at the enthusiasm for the development of tourism […]
A Lookout Tower with a Crown
Romance at every turn! Let’s go back in time for a few years, leave the car at home, and pack a backpack. Don’t forget a snack! Our starting point will be Jedlová railway station, where you can climb to the top of one of the most romantic lookout towers of the region. You will also […]
The Hermitage and Rock Castle
Sloup v Čechách will enchant you with its magical rock castle and hermitage on a massive sandstone formation. You will get to enjoy breathtaking views from rocky lookout points, caves, a rock theatre, a lookout tower called Na stráži, an anchanting chappel at the end of a chestnut alley, but also perfect conditions for fishing […]
The Castle Guarding Trojzemí – in a Saddle
This trip to the surroundings of Trojzemí will take you to a magical castle and folk buildings with breathtaking architecture. You will enjoy unforgettable views of both German and Polish side of the border, but also magical nature under Ještěd. Finally, prepare to experience an unusual method of transportation accross the river Nisa! Starting point: […]