The most beautiful places in the Krkonoše
The best of the Giant Mountains
Giant Mountains are the highest mountains in the Czech Republic with plenty of trails for hikers and cyclists. There are also beautiful waterfalls, canyons and remains of the Ice Age. An overview of the most beautiful and interesting places you can see in the Giant Mountains can be found in this overview
Sněžka
The highest mountain in the Czech Republ
Sněžka (1 603 m asl / previously shown as 1 602 m asl) is not only the highest mountain in the Giant Mountains, but also throughout the Czech Republic. With its slightly pyramidal appearance is recognizable from afar and really stands out among the other mountains being generally in the shape of protracted weathered ridges. Thanks to the cableway, generally easy access from villages in the Giant Mountain and its importance, there are always crowds of tourists for most of the time throughout the year. continue reading
Sněžné jámy - Snow Pits
The largest remnant of the Ice Age in the Krkonoše
One of the biggest natural attractions of the Giant Mountains is the huge glacial karsts – Snow pits. The pit is about 300 meters deep and there are two small lakes at its bottom. Of particular interest are its walls made of cracked granite continue reading
Labský důl
The largest canyon in the Giant Mountains
The way through mighty Labský důl („The pit of Elbe“) is one of the biggest attractions of the Czech part of the Giant Mountains. Almost vertical canyon walls smoothed by glacier rise here for about 300 to 400 meters above the tourist path. During the walk you will see not only the highest Czech waterfall – Pančavský vodopád („Pančava Waterfall“), but also many other cascades. continue reading
Kamieńczyka waterfall
The highest waterfall of the Polish Giant Mountain
The most beautiful waterfall of the whole Krkonoše /Giant Mountain/ (and the highest on the Polish side of the mountains) is considered to be the waterfall Kamieńczyka 27 meters high. Waterfall is surrounded by a small beautiful gorge continue reading
Mumlava waterfall
The most beautiful waterfall in the Czech Republic
Mumlava waterfall is one of the biggest attractions of western Giant Mountains. Thanks to the nearby holiday town of Harrachov and blue tourist route leading along Mumlava river to the center of the Giant Mountains there is always a lot of other visitors. The waterfall itself is almost 12 meters high and falls over massive rock stage. continue reading
Wielki Staw Lake
The most beautiful lake in the Giant Mountains
Wielki Staw (1 225 m asl) is a lake of glacial origin on the Polish side of the Giant Mountains. There is no tourist path around the lake itself, so you can best see it from the ridge path of the Polish-Czech friendship near the well-known rock Polední kámen (Slonecznik) continue reading
Pielgrzymy
The most beautiful rock formations of the Giant Mo
On the Polish side of the Giant Mountains you will find the most beautiful rock town in this mountain range – Pielgrzymy (Pilgrims). Yes, there are really no limits to imagination here. You will find them right next to the yellow hiking trail rising to the main Krkonoše ridge continue reading
Mali Staw Lake
Accessed glacial lake
Mali Staw Lake (1 183 m asl) is the second largest glacial lake in the Giant Mountains. Unlike the larger neighboring Wielky Staw, it is accessible via a hiking trail. There is even a tourist cottage on its bank. continue reading
Modré sedlo
The way between Lucni and Studnicni moun
Modré sedlo („Blue pass“; 1 510 m asl) is the highest mountain pass in the Czech Republic. It lies between the second and third highest mountain in the country – Studnicni and Lucni mountain. Because a supply route leads through it to Lucni bouda, its surface is paved. Moreover, it is the highest place where a cyclist can get. Moreover, there is also a memorial monument for the victims of the mountains. continue reading
Kamieńczyka Canyon
The most beautiful canyon of the Giant Mountains
Surprisingly, you can also find a gorge in the Krkonoše Mountains. Just above Szklarska Poreba you will find both this beautiful canyon and next to a beautiful waterfall. Only tourists there is so much here. continue reading
Úpské peat bog
The source of the rivers of Úpa and the White Elbe
Úpské peat bog (1 432 m above sea level) is an extensive high-lying peat bog. It is a classic Nordic tundra phenomenon in Central European conditions. Renowned by its wooden walkway leading from Luční bouda directly to Sněžka. River Upa has the highest spring from the Czech rivers. continue reading
Big waterfall of the White Elbe
The most picturesque waterfall in Krkonoše
Almost at the beginning of the picturesque valley of the White Elbe is located the most beautiful of the waterfalls you can find here – the Great Waterfall. He is not as big and famous as the more famous Mumlavský, but it is also a nice spectacle. continue reading
Kozí hřbety
Jagged mountain ridge above Spindleruv Mlyn
The Krkonoše Mountains are famous for their long flat ridges, except for the dramatic Kozí hřbety towering just a short distance from the center of Krkonoše – Špindlerův Mlýn. The highest point is the viewpoint Krakonoš (1,422 m asl), but the typical peak is the so-called V peak (1 387 m asl). Unfortunately, hike through this ridge is forbidden. continue reading
Labská Dam
The first dam on the Elbe
Just below Špindlerův Mlýn is the Labská reservoir. It is the first and thus the highest situated dam on the Elbe. On its eastern side there is a hiking and cycling trail. It is possible to take a walk along the dam. continue reading
The source of the Elbe
The source of the most important Czech river
On the Elbe meadow at an altitude (1387 m n. M.) is the source of most important Czech river – the Elbe. In addition to its own spring, you will also find the coats of arms of all the cities where the Elbe flows on its pilgrimage to the sea. The spring is located just a short distance from the Czech – Polish border. continue reading
Mužské kameny
Impressive rocks
Man's stones (1,417 m asl), with its height, is the 15th highest mountain in the Czech Republic. It is located directly on the border with Poland on the path of Polish-Czech friendship. More than the mountain itself are interesting ten-meter rocks at the top of which is a very nice view. continue reading
Small Elbe waterfall
Beautiful waterfall in Labský důl
Five meters high Little Elbe waterfall is easily accessible from the hiking trail leading through the Labský důl. It is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Giant Mountains. continue reading
Violík
Small rocky pyramid
Violik (1,472 meters above sea level) situated in the western Giant Mountains is the seventh highest mountain in the Czech Republic. However, it is only a relatively small ridge on the main Krkonoše ridge. Even so, it is easily recognizable from a distance thanks to the small rocky pyramid at its top. It is the nearest mountain to the source of the Elbe. It is also known under the Polish name Łabski Szczyt continue reading
Harrachovy kameny
Lookout peak with rocks
Harrach's stones (1,421 m asl) are among the highest peaks of the Giant Mountains, but from a distance it is only a low hill. On the other hand, it is an interesting observation peak with nice rocks continue reading
Skalní Stůl (Tabule)
Another view of the Giant Mountains
Skalní Stůl (1,282 m above sea level) or also called as Tabule is a peak located on the main ridge of the Giant Mountains directly on the Czech – Polish border. It is a very nice view and interesting for the Czechs also because the Giant Mountains can be seen from here, as the Poles see them. continue reading
