Bohemian Switzerland National Park

Day 1: Arrival in Děčín
Day 2: Děčín -Jiřetín pod Jedlovou - Krásná Lípa, 10 mi. (16 km)
Day 3: Krásná Lípa - Doubice, 9 mi. (14 km)
Day 4: Doubice - Jetřichovice, 9 mi. (15 km)
Day 5: Jetřichovice - Mezní Louka,11 mi. (17 km)
Day 6: Mezní Louka round trip, 8 mi. (13 km)
Day 7: Dolní Žleb - Děčín, 9 mi. (15 km)
Day 8: End of tour

Day 1: Arrival in Děčín
Individual arrival to the tour start.

Day 2: Děčín -Jiřetín pod Jedlovou - Krásná Lípa, 10 mi. (16 km)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Lusatian Mountains for your first hike. The tour begins with a visit to the ruins of Tolštejn Castle and then continues to Jedlová Hora, where a lookout tower offers stunning views. Your descent offers a visit to the pilgrim chapel atop Křížová Hora (Cross Hill) and its calvary. Leaving the Lusatian Mountains, you will gradually enter the Bohemian Switzerland National Park to overnight in the charming town of Krásná Lípa, the heart of the park, home to a national park museum, a local brewery, and a chocolate factory.

Day 3: Krásná Lípa - Doubice, 9 mi. (14 km)
First, you will explore the history of Krásná Lípa on the Köglerova Nature Educational Trail. As you continue, you will encounter the enchanting Kyjov Valley, adorned with numerous sandstone towers. At the day's end, you will arrive in the village of Doubice, known for its garden filled with wooden sculptures crafted by local artisans.

Day 4: Doubice - Jetřichovice, 9 mi. (15 km)
On this hiking day, you will traverse tranquil forest trails, passing by Swiss Alps-style chalets built by the noble Kinsky family. Near the village of Rynartice, you will enjoy one of the most stunning panoramic views of Bohemian Switzerland. As you descend into the Pavlino Valley, the Kamenice Creek will guide you to Jetřichovice. Afterward, you will return by public bus to Doubice for your accommodation.

Day 5: Jetřichovice - Mezní Louka,11 mi. (17 km)
On this day, you will explore the Jetřichovice lookouts. First, you climb to Maria’s Rock, where a wooden gazebo at the summit offers breathtaking views of Bohemian Switzerland. From there, you'll follow a ridge trail featuring numerous stunning vistas. As you make your way to Mezní Louka, you'll visit the ruins of Šaunštejn Castle, which once guarded a historic merchant route, and admire the remarkable sandstone formation Malá Pravčická brána (Little Pravčice Gate).

Day 6: Mezní Louka round trip, 8 mi. (13 km)
Immerse yourself in the region's striking sandstone formations. You'll visit the iconic Pravčická brána sandstone arch, where Hans Christian Andersen found inspiration for his fairy tales and where scenes from the Chronicles of Narnia were filmed. The trail winds over hills, offering stunning vistas. Enhance your adventure with a ride on a historic bus followed by a boat trip through a narrow gorge. This day promises to be a highlight of your tour.

Day 7: Dolní Žleb - Děčín, 9 mi. (15 km)
In the morning, you will be picked up with your luggage and transferred to the starting point of your final hike to Dolní Žleb. You will ascend to the top of sandstone rocks, surrounded by the deepest river canyon in Europe, to reach Belvedere, the oldest lookout in Bohemian Switzerland. The day will be filled with romantic views from various natural and historical viewpoints. The tour concludes in the city of Děčín, at the same hotel where your journey began.

Day 8: End of tour

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On this tour, you can expect a variety of accommodations that range from cozy and traditional inns to modern boutique hotels. Lodging options include charming riverside stays, nature-inspired retreats, and unique venues. Please note that air conditioning cannot be guaranteed in each hotel, like in some smaller towns or towns in historical areas that are prohibited from having AC.