Tour of Vysoké nad Jizerou
Tourist and ski resort
Vysoké nad Jizerou (700m) is one of the highest towns in the Czech Republic. It lies on a mountain ridge high above the Jizera River. It is located at the northwestern end of the Krkonoše Mountains and is an excellent tourist starting point for both the Giant Mountains and the Jizera Mountains. At the northern end of the town is the Šachty ski resort. The biggest monument of the city is Kramář's villa (the summer residence of the Kramář family). The dominant feature of the city is the Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria.
Square Dr. Karel Kramár
The center of Vysoké nad Jizerou is náměstí Dr. Karel Kramár. It is the crossroads of many hiking and cycling routes. In the square there is a column with a statue of the Virgin Mary. Then there is only the Well Pavilion.
Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria
The white church of St. Catherine of Alexandria. It replaced the original wooden church in the 18th century.
City gardens - Poets Park
The eastern end of the city is such a relaxation zone. Urban orchards are located here. There are several statues and a relaxing gazebo. From the edge of the park there is a beautiful view of the Giant Mountains
View of the Giant Mountains
From the northern end of the town there are beautiful views of the Krkonoše ridge
Kramář's villa
The biggest monument of the city can be found at the very western end – it is the summer villa of Dr. Shopkeepers. today it houses the stylish Větrov Hotel .
View from Ski Areas
The most beautiful view of the Giant Mountains is from the ski areas at the very end of the city
