Stezka Českem (Trail Across Czechia)

Begin your trek at the northern border in the Krkonoše Mountains by the Polish frontier. Ascend forested paths to the mountain resort of Pomezní Boudy, passing alpine meadows and panoramic ridges. Expect scenic vistas and well-marked trails.

Follow mountainous terrain through the Krkonoše National Park, traversing ridges and glacial valleys towards the ski town of Pec pod Sněžkou. Option to summit Sněžka, the country’s highest peak, for breathtaking views.

Descend through mixed forest trails and traverse lush valleys as you work your way southwest to the spa town of Janské Lázně. Pass mountain streams and charming old settlements en route.

Traverse rolling subalpine terrain, passing through deep forests and small villages as you head northeast toward Žacléř. Sprawling meadows give way to forested hills and borderland history.

Wind through scenic valleys, sandstone rock formations, and protected landscape areas toward the historic town of Broumov. Watch for impressive monasteries and Czech-Polish border architecture.

Experience the famed Adršpach-Teplice rock labyrinths, hiking along sandy forest paths and past breathtaking sandstone formations. Admire unique rock towers, gorges, and tranquil forest ponds.

Head southwest over gentle hills and tranquil farmland, with occasional woodlands, on the way toward the regional center of Trutnov. Explore historical sites and river landscapes.

Journey northwest, gradually rising from rural valleys to the wooded slopes of the Jizerské Mountains. Cross open countryside and enter the foothills dotted with small hamlets.

Enter the Jizerské Mountains, following forest tracks and ridgeline trails to the pilgrimage town of Hejnice. Experience secluded spruce forests and panoramic viewpoints.

Traverse the northern border territory on hilly forest paths and rural byways toward Frýdlant v Čechách. Enjoy traditional villages and river crossings on this quieter stretch.

Follow the trail along the unique tri-border area of Czechia, Poland, and Germany. The hike alternates between forested hills and open countryside before arriving in Hrádek nad Nisou.

Descend southward from the northern borderland hills, hiking through picturesque villages and lush meadows. Arrive in historic Česká Lípa, renowned for its castles and town squares.

Follow countryside trails west before entering the Elbe River valley near Děčín. Pass through low hills, green woodland, and river landscapes before the imposing sandstone cliffs of Bohemian Switzerland.

Head into Bohemian Switzerland National Park, traversing dense forests, deep valleys, and iconic sandstone rock formations. Highlight includes Pravčická Gate and spectacular gorge scenery around Hřensko.

Continue south along wooded ridgelines and meandering river valleys, passing through picturesque villages and small lakes en route to Česká Kamenice.

Traverse varied northern Bohemian terrain, with alternations between forested hills and agricultural landscapes. Reach the city of Ústí nad Labem, overlooking the Elbe River.

Head west from the Elbe Valley, transitioning from urban environments into the foothills of the Ore Mountains. Enjoy sweeping views over northern Bohemia on the route toward Teplice.

Climb into the Ore Mountains, trekking along forested ridges and high moorlands. The trail provides both natural scenery and historical mining relics before descending toward the town of Most.

Follow the southern crest of the Ore Mountains, alternating between open highland plateaus and dense forests, before a descent into the spa city of Karlovy Vary, famous for its hot springs.

Journey west through the rolling forested landscape of the Slavkovský Forest, passing ancient springs, historic villages, and arriving at the border town of Cheb near Germany.

Head south through sparsely populated countryside along the Czech-German border, traversing wooded ridges as you approach the spa town of Mariánské Lázně.

Travel through the western borderlands, with mixed conifer forests, small lakes, and rolling fields providing a tranquil setting en route to the historic town of Tachov.

Hike along the undulating hills and agricultural land of south-western Bohemia, passing through rural villages and ancient border outposts before reaching Domažlice.

Crest the lesser-known hills of the Bohemian borderlands, trekking through forest sections and farmlands as you approach Klatovy, gateway to Šumava National Park.

Climb into the foothills of Šumava, traversing vast spruce forests, past crystal-clear streams and glacial lakes. Arrive in the mountain town of Železná Ruda.

Trek through the core of Šumava National Park, winding among centuries-old forests, wild rivers, and tranquil raised bogs. Reach the peaceful mountain village of Modrava.

Continue along forest paths and quiet border trails, brushing the frontier with Germany. Descend gradually to the historic railway outpost of Nové Údolí.

The route heads southeast along tranquil forest roads, breaking out into the open landscapes around Lipno Lake, before ending in the lakeside town of Horní Planá.

Follow rolling rural routes that skirt the hills and rivers of South Bohemia, leading toward the UNESCO-listed town of Český Krumlov, famed for its fairytale castle and medieval old town.

Depart the hills for the South Bohemian lake region, crossing a landscape of interconnected fishponds, wetlands, and tranquil woods as you approach the spa town of Třeboň.

Make a long trek south and east through the gently undulating countryside, passing fields, historic ponds, and reserves. Arrive at the ancient wine town of Znojmo near the Austrian border.

Journey through South Moravian wine country, crossing vineyards, limestone hills, and charming villages to the historical town of Mikulov, overlooked by its iconic castle.

Trek through the UNESCO-listed Lednice–Valtice Cultural Landscape, strolling past elegant chateaux, designed gardens, and peaceful woodland trails before reaching Valtice.

Cross open fields and rivers in the southeast, walking through typical Moravian countryside with villages steeped in folklore towards the regional center, Hodonín.

March northward through Moravia’s wine-growing villages, farmlands, and nature reserves. Arrive at the vibrant historical town of Uherské Hradiště on the edge of the White Carpathians.

Enter the foothills of the White Carpathians. Hike up through remote ridges and nature-protected areas as you wind toward the town of Vsetín, a hub for exploring the Beskids.

Climb deeper into Moravian-Silesian Beskids, traversing forest-covered mountains and rural highland hamlets as you reach the village of Velké Karlovice.

Continue along the border ridge, passing high pastures and dense forest to the easternmost point of Czechia at Mosty u Jablunkova. Enjoy open mountain vistas and traditional Wallachian culture.

Head west through lower Beskid foothills, following forest and riverside tracks toward Frýdek-Místek, a gateway to North Moravia and Silesia.

Complete the loop by trekking northwest along the border, traversing the remaining foothills and forested sections to return to the starting region in the Krkonoše borderlands.