Walking tours from Vrchlabi

Walking tour to Žalý

From Spindleruv Mlyn by bus to Herlikovice; from there by cableway onfo the top of Zaly where there is a watchtower offering gorgeous views. The name Zaly (Mournful) allegedly originates in the early 17th century the time when Czech Protestants were parting with their homeland on their journey to exile in Zittau. From there descend 500 m, guided by red trail sign, turn left to yellow trail, on downhill to reach Krizovky (3 km). On along yellow signs through Knezice past the Knezicka chalupa restaurant, offering pleasant refreshments and horse rides. Return to Vrchlabi (4 km) by a comfortable path past the small chapel of St. Ann from where there is a view of the Krkonose&s major mountains Černa hora and Lisci hora as well as the town of Vrchlabi.

The chair lift HERLIKOVICE (1019 m above sea level)

is located 4 km from the village Vrchlabi, on the road to Spindleruv Mlyn. The chair lift has own parking place, you can park here free of charge. From the top station, it is just 100 m to stone look-out tower. You can see from here beautiful view on the whole Giant Mountain, including hill Snezka - the highest mountain in Czech Republic and view to inland - to hill Jested, Trosky and Kozakov. We recommend to cyclists comfortable entrance to cycling routes in Benecko, Horni Misecky, Janova Hora, Spindleruv Mlyn and back to Herlikovice.

An excursion on foot:

The outdoor swimming pool in Vejsplachy can be reached by a track stretching from the town. In sunny weather this is a popular walk for tourists, the local pensioners and families with small children. When it freezes you can skate on the frozen lake, while the surrounding slopes are inviting for tobogganing. You can also visit the pleasant Vejsplachy restaurant.