The most beautiful places in Northern Bohemia
What to see in Northern Bohemia
Thanks to the border mountains and the unique Tertiary volcanic landscape, Northern Bohemia offers countless beautiful places that are worth visiting. In addition, there are many beautiful sandstone formations, including the famous Pravčická gate. Let's take a look at places that you should not miss when visiting Northern Bohemia.
Pravčická brána
The largest sandstone arch in Europe
Pravčická brána is one of the largest natural attractions in the Czech Republic. It is the largest sandstone arch in Europe, located in the Czech Switzerland National Park. continue reading
Panska Rock
The most famous basalt rock in the Czech Republic
Panská rock is the most famous basalt formation in the Czech Republic. Thanks to the basalt columns, it looks from a distance like organ whistles. There is also a picturesque pond. There is a large paid car park nearby, which unfortunately offers such commercial „American“ style. continue reading
Jizerka
The most picturesque place of the Jizera Mountains
Under the massive basalt mountain of Bukovec, the romantic settlement Jizerka is situated on a vast mountain meadow. The local meadow is popular both in summer by tourists and in winter by cross-country skiers. It is one of the most beautiful places in the Jizera Mountains. continue reading
Rock castle Sloup
Picturesque rock castle
Rock castle Sloup and its picturesque surroundings is one of the most exciting places throughout Lusatian Mountains. Perhaps more interesting than the castle itself and the views from it are the views of it from various outlooks in its surroundings. It is also the starting point to a number of nice walks. continue reading
Tiske Rocks
A beautiful rock town
Tiske rocks are located at the very end of the protected area of Labské pískovce are among the most beautiful rock towns in the Czech Republic. You can find both the rocky towers and the magnificent views from the rock massif. continue reading
Bořeň
Rockiest mountain in Czech Republic
At the very edge of the Bohemian Central Mountains is the most rockiest hill in the Czech Republic – Bořeň. His „brother“ – the well-known Devil's Tower, is located in the United States. It is the largest structure of its kind in Europe continue reading
Ještěd
Mountain with a typical top
Ještěd (1 012 m asl) belongs among one of the most famous Czech mountains, mainly due to the famous transmitter with a restaurant on its top. Due to the fact that it significantly exceeds its surroundings, it also belongs among the great outlook points of the entire Lusetian Mountains, Macha region, but also to Germany and Poland. continue reading
Long Waterfall on Černá Desná
The most beautiful waterfall in the Jizera Mountai
Those who like waterfalls will definitely enjoy the Černá Desná river flowing from the Souš dam to the village Desná. There are many waterfalls and cascades. The most interesting local waterfall is the Long Waterfall continue reading
Canyon of Elbe River
Europe's most massive sandstone canyon
Between Děčín and Hřensko, river Elbe flows through the fairytale landscape of sandstone rocks. The most valuable part of this area is protected in the NPR Canyon of the Elbe. It is the biggest sandstone canyon in Europe. The most beautiful views of this place are from the famous Belvedere viewpoint and Pink Ridge continue reading
Hazmburk Castle Ruins
The most famous castle in the Central Highland
The castle, which is a dominant of the area and which has several rumors. He is well known for his two towers. One white and the other black forming its dominant. It is located on the edge of the Czech Central Highland. There is also a well-known kiosk Pod Drtičrm, where you can sleep. continue reading
Velká Jizerská louka
The largest peat bog in the Czech Republic
In the places where the river Jizera separates the Czech and Polish side of the Jizera Mountains, you will find a large meadow and large peat bogs. The area belongs to the national nature reserve Rašeliniště Jizery on the Czech side and Torfowiska Dolina Izery on the Polish side. You will also find a large cottage Chatka Górzystów, where there is a very lively tourism and you can order local specialties continue reading
Děčínský Sněžník
The highest table mountain in the Czech Republic
Děčínský Sněžník (723 m above sea level) is not only the highest mountain in the Děčín Hills but it is mainly the highest and largest table mountain in the Czech Republic. The mountain is also interesting because its edge is lined with high sandstone towers. From the edge of the table mountain there is an amazing view of all sides. You will also find one of the oldest look-out towers in the Czech Republic. continue reading
Klíč
The most beautiful peak of the Lusatian mountains
Klíč „The key“ (760m above sea level) is the fourth highest mountain of the Lusatian Mountains, but certainly the most interesting. Its distinctive shape and loneliness make it dominant visible far away. continue reading
ZOO Liberec
The oldest zoo in the Czech Republic
ZOO Liberec is proud to be the oldest zoo in the Czech Republic. It is located at the eastern end of the city at the foot of the Jizera Mountains. It is spread along a small valley. It is famous for the behavior of the white tiger or takin – the national animal of Bhutan. Expect 2–3 hours per visit continue reading
Litoměřice
The town at the confluence of the Elbe and Ohře
At the confluence of the Elbe and Ohře lies the picturesque royal town of Litoměřice. Among the most famous monuments of the city are the Old Town Hall, All Saints' Church and St. It is a bell tower on the Bishop's Hill. continue reading
A praying mine
Rock chapel
The rock chapel of Our Lady of Lourdes was carved at the end of the 18th century. It is located in the Ralská hills near Sloup. During World War II, the area around the chapel was destroyed. It was restored after 1989. There is also a symbolic climbing cemetery. continue reading
Smrk (Jizerské mountains)
The highest mountain in the Czech Jizera Mountains
The highest point of the Czech part of the Jizera Mountains is Smrk (1 124 m asl). Thanks to the lookout tower there is a nice view, otherwise the peak is extremely flat. continue reading
Liberec
City with a monumental town hall
The county town of Liberec is known mainly thanks to the nearby Ještěd, probably with the most famous mountain building in the Czech Republic. The town is situated in a picturesque location below the Jizera Mountains. The most famous building of the city is a truly monumental town hall. Besides this, you will find a number of interesting first-republic villas, a chateau and a nice building of the North Bohemian Museum. continue reading
Porta Bohemica
Famous canyon across the Central Bohemian Highland
One of the most beautiful places you can see on the river Elbe is its canyon through České středohoří. The high volcanic hills here surround the Elbe flowing deep below them. You will find a variety of prospects where you can enjoy this place. continue reading
Milešovka
The highest mountain in the České Středohoří
Milešovka (837m above sea level) is a beautiful volcanic hill and the highest peak of the entire české Středohoří (Central Bohemian Uplands). At the same time it is considered to be the most windy mountain in the Czech Republic. Some days in the year are even seen alpine peaks from the top. continue reading
Děčín Chateaux
Chateau at the confluence of the Elbe and Ploučnic
Beautifully located on the sandstone rock stands Decin. No one is surprised that the castle originally stood here. Interesting is also the access road to the castle – carved into sandstone. continue reading
Oblík
The most picturesque hill of the Czech Republic
Only a few kilometers north of town Louny there is the picturesque peak Oblík (509 m above sea level). It is slightly higher than the other nearby famous Rana Volcano. For its really beautiful curved shape, it is a very interesting domination of this region. In the vicinity of the top there is the National Nature Reserve Oblík. A green hiking trail leads to the top. continue reading
Holubník
The most beautiful view of the Jizera plateau
Holubník (1,071 m above sea level) is a mountain peak rising in the central part of the Jizera Mountains. It is easily accessible thanks to the red hiking trail leading directly under the top rock. From the top there is a really nice view of the plateau of the Jizera Mountains continue reading
The ruins of the castle Střekov
Dominant of Ústí nad Labem
The fairytale ruins of Střekov Castle rise on an impregnable rock above the river Elbe. Now you can get to it along the red hiking trail directly from Ústí nad Labem. The most beautiful views are, however, from the other side of the Elbe continue reading
Lovoš
Beautiful volcano over Lovosice
Lovoš a high hill, which rises near the town of Lovosice. At its peak is a hut KCT, which is open on weekends. The views of Lovoš are breathtaking. continue reading
