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East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Bike Resort Peklák: family flow trails, a lift and race descents above Česká Třebová
Bike Resort Peklák offers more than 22 km of trails on the slopes of Javorník directly above Česká Třebová. Beginners can ride Růžovka, Kolonáda or the long Happyna circuit, while experienced riders will find Mechovka, Rodeo, Zmije, Northshore, Airline and the DH1 and Malinovka race tracks. An 800-metre bicycle tow helps with the climb, while Dechovka offers a pedal-powered alternative. Bike rental, refreshments, parking and a small campsite are available at the base.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Singletrack Zdobnice: family trails, pumptrack and forest corners in the heart of the Orlické Mountains
Singletrack Zdobnice is a compact network of more than 10 km of one-way forest trails in the Orlické Mountains. It offers a pumptrack, a short training trail, the Želva climbing trail and six downhill trails from mild to medium difficulty. The main trailhead is by the fire reservoir in Zdobnice, with parking, a repair station and an e-bike charging station.
Poland
Singletrack Glacensis: over 200 km of forest trails in the Kłodzko region and across the border
Singletrack Glacensis is a huge Czech-Polish network of forest singletracks in the Kłodzko region, the Orlické and Bystrzyckie Mountains. It offers more than 200 km of loops, from family and very easy routes to faster medium-difficulty rides. There is no entry fee and no lift-served bikepark atmosphere; expect long forest rides, one-way trails, trailhead car parks, service points and the option to link several loops into a multi-day bike trip.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Singltrek Suchák: forest singletracks on Suchý vrch for children, hobby riders and a longer ride to Bouda
Singltrek Suchák is a network of one-way forest trails on the slopes of Suchý vrch, starting at Červenovodské sedlo. It offers the green Okolo Hvězdy loop, the blue Pod Bradlem loop and the red K Boudě loop. There is no entry fee, no lift and no bike rental, but you get natural singletrack, gentle gradients, forest, views, Kramářova chata and the option to connect the ride with Bouda fortress.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Trailpark Bukovka: family trails, Blinduro and a mini bikepark below Buková hora
Trailpark Bukovka in Horský resort Buková hora near Červená Voda is a friendly bike area for families, beginners, hobby riders and anyone who wants to try a more natural trail. It offers a 7.5 km blue trail, the red Blinduro trail, the black Pod lanem trail, a climbing trail, mini bikepark, pumptrack, lift with bike attachment, rental and service.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Trail & Enduro Park Kraličák: family flow trails, a six-seat chairlift and black enduro stages below Štvanice
Trail & Enduro Park Kraličák lies around Štvanice hill between Stříbrnice and Hynčice pod Sušinou. It offers 22 km of trails from the green Rodinný Stříbrňák for children and beginners through blue flow trails and the red Fun Flow to black enduro RZ stages with roots, rocks, rock gardens and steep forest sections. A six-seat D-line chairlift with bike hooks takes riders up; at the bottom there is rental, pumptrack, refreshments and facilities.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Trail Park Dolní Morava: lift-served trails below Králický Sněžník for families and experts
Trail Park Dolní Morava is one of the most complete bike areas in Czechia. It offers around 30 km of trails, from the easy Mlýnský Trail for beginners through flow and air line routes to enduro, the Mamutí Trail and the very hard Downhill Trail. The area also has the Sněžník chairlift with bike hooks, Specialized bike rental, Mini Trail Park, bike school and full resort facilities.
Vysočina and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, Czechia
Camp Velkopařezitý: a forest campsite by Pařezák, Javořice and Telč
Camp Velkopařezitý lies about one kilometre beyond Řásná in the forests below Javořice, close to Velký Pařezitý Pond. It offers cabins, a guesthouse, tent, caravan and campervan places, electric hookups, a shared kitchen, showers, fire pits, a kiosk, the U Čertů inn and excellent trips to Javořice, Míchova skála, Roštejn and Telč.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Kemp Brodský: family campsite by Brodský Pond near Červený Kostelec
Kemp Brodský, known as Broďák, is a family campsite by Brodský Pond near Červený Kostelec. It offers cabins, bungalows, tent and caravan pitches, electric hookups, a shared kitchen, restaurant, showers, playground, boat and pedal-boat rental, bike storage and a grassy beach.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Olešná Reservoir: swimming near Frýdek-Místek, aquapark, campsite and Beskid views
Olešná Reservoir near Frýdek-Místek is an urban natural-swimming area with grassy beaches, gradual water entry, refreshments, showers, a campsite, a loop trail around the water and a paid summer aquapark next door. Water quality is officially monitored by the regional hygiene authority, but there is no lifeguard or medic at the natural bathing area.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Lake Kristýna near Hrádek nad Nisou: swimming, camping and beaches by the Three-Country Point
Lake Kristýna near Hrádek nad Nisou is a flooded former brown-coal mine turned into a lively recreation area with sandy and grassy beaches, a campsite, cabins, restaurants, sports facilities and cycling services close to the Czech-German-Polish border.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Mšeno Lido: a First Republic Art Deco swimming pool near Kokořínsko
Mšeno Lido, also known as the Mšeno Town Baths, is one of the most charming historic swimming pools in Czechia. The Art Deco complex from 1932 sits at the edge of Mšeno near Debř park, with spring-fed water, grassy areas, a paddling pool, changing rooms, refreshments and a nostalgic summer atmosphere.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Sychrov Chateau: the Neo-Gothic Rohan gem, park and easy trip near the Bohemian Paradise
Sychrov Chateau is a Neo-Gothic pearl in the Liberec Region and an excellent trip between Turnov, Liberec and the Bohemian Paradise. It offers the Prince Kamil’s Chateau basic route, Arthur and Gabriela Apartments, a shorter Visit to Princess Adéla, Golden Treasure, a large English park with orangery, Rohan history and a link to Antonín Dvořák.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Trosky Castle: the iconic Bohemian Paradise ruin with Baba and Panna towers
Trosky is the most famous silhouette of the Bohemian Paradise: a castle ruin on two basalt rocks, the Baba and Panna towers, a self-guided whole-castle route, a viewpoint climb, 138 steps to Baba and excellent links to the Podtrosecká valleys, Hruboskalsko, Kost, Prachov Rocks, Turnov and Jičín.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Kost Castle: a Gothic fortress in the Bohemian Paradise, Plakánek Valley and one of Czechia’s best castle trips
Kost Castle is one of the best-preserved Gothic castles in Czechia and a great destination in the Bohemian Paradise. It offers castle palaces, a medieval torture chamber, a combined full-castle route, a short barrier-free route, walks through Plakánek Valley and easy links to Sobotka, Humprecht and Vesec.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Bouzov Castle: a fairytale castle in Central Moravia loved by families, filmmakers and day-trippers
Bouzov is one of the most photogenic Moravian castles: a romantic silhouette with towers, courtyards, chapel, armoury, the Ohnivec children’s route, the Hláska tower climb and easy access for a trip from Olomouc, Litovel, Mohelnice or Loštice. Ideal for families, couples, photographers and anyone who wants a castle that looks exactly like a castle should.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Pernštejn Castle: the Moravian Gothic giant above Nedvědice that still looks unconquerable
Pernštejn is one of the most impressive castles in Czechia: a powerful Gothic-Renaissance castle above the woods near Nedvědice, with the main From Gothic to the 20th Century tour, a shorter family route, self-guided courtyards, restored lordship garden, a children’s White Lady route and great links to Tišnov, Vysočina and the Svratka valley.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Valtice Chateau: the Baroque seat of the Liechtensteins, wine and gateway to the Lednice-Valtice area
Valtice Chateau is a grand Baroque residence of the Liechtenstein family and the perfect counterpart to Lednice. It offers a representative tour, the Princely Apartment, Baroque chapel, rare chateau theatre, Wine Salon, Chateau Cellar, herb garden, park and trips to the Reistna Colonnade, Rendez-vous, Lednice and Pálava.
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Czechia
A Central European country of historic towns, castles, beer, forests, spa towns, mountains and compact landscapes where almost everything feels surprisingly close.
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Croatia
An Adriatic country of islands, historic towns, turquoise sea, mountains, olives, wine and summer evenings scented with pine trees and grilled food.
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France
A European classic of cities, wine, gastronomy, mountains, beaches, countryside, art and regions that can feel like small countries.
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Poland
A large Central European country of historic cities, the Baltic Sea, mountains, lakes, strong culture, hearty food and surprisingly varied regions.
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Portugal
An Atlantic country of Lisbon, Porto, beaches, cliffs, wine, azulejos, melancholic fado and soft western light on the edge of Europe.
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Slovenia
A small Alpine-Adriatic country of lakes, mountains, rivers, caves, wine, sea and surprisingly varied nature in a very compact space.
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Spain
A large Southern European country of beaches, mountains, islands, cities, tapas, flamenco, festivals, regional identities and sunshine that can be both blessing and test.
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Italy
A country of historic cities, sea, mountains, food, wine, fashion, art and regions that differ in flavor, dialect and rhythm.
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Austria
An Alpine country of mountains, lakes, Vienna, imperial history, cafes, music, skiing, wine and very polished living in the heart of Europe.
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Romania
A large country of the Carpathians, Transylvania, monasteries, the Danube Delta, lively Bucharest, villages, castles and wild nature between Central and Southeastern Europe.
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United Kingdom
An island country of historic cities, green countryside, coastlines, pubs, universities, music, rain, humor and regions that share a monarch but not always weather or mood.
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Bulgaria
A Balkan country of mountains, the Black Sea, monasteries, roses, affordable resorts, old towns and surprisingly varied nature between Europe and the Orient.
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Germany
A large Central European country of cities, forests, castles, industry, culture, beer, trains, festivals and regions with very different characters.
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Selected regions
Regions and areas
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains
East Bohemia, Hradec Králové, Pardubice, Krkonoše, Orlické Mountains, castles, spa towns, ski resorts and Czechia’s northern highlands.
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North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland
North Bohemia, Liberec, Bohemian Switzerland, sandstone cliffs, glassmaking, spa towns, castles, industrial heritage and dramatic borderland landscapes.
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Prague and Central Bohemia
Prague, castles, old towns, the Vltava, Kutná Hora, Karlštejn, cafés, museums and the most natural gateway to Czechia.
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Brno and South Moravia
Brno, South Moravia, vineyards, Mikulov, Lednice-Valtice, Pálava, caves, cafés, castles and Czechia’s warmest wine region.
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Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains
Olomouc, Central Moravia, Kroměříž, Jeseníky, pilgrimage sites, Baroque squares, mountains, spas and a quieter Moravian alternative.
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South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov, Třeboň, ponds, castles, forests, Renaissance towns, beer, cycling and Czechia’s gentlest romantic region.
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Vysočina and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands
Vysočina, Jihlava, Telč, rolling hills, UNESCO towns, forests, ponds, pilgrimage sites and Czechia’s quiet highland heart.
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Prague and Central Bohemia
Prague, castles, old towns, the Vltava, Kutná Hora, Karlštejn, cafés, museums and the most natural gateway to Czechia.
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