Krkonoše (Giant Mountains) - Czech republic
These mountains are situated in north-east part of Bohemia on the frontier with Poland.
Giant Mountains are the highest mountain range in Czech Republic. The highest point of this range -and at the same time of the whole Czech Republic –is Sněžka the peak 1602 m high.
The mountains of Krkonoše are, thanks to big quantity of rare sorts of plants and animals declared in 1963 as National Park (KRNAP).
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CZ: Spindleruv Mlyn – A Town in the Heart of the Krkonose – VIDEO
Spindleruv Mlyn always offer some of the best conditions for skiers - whether for downhill or cross-country skiing. Today you will find 4 ski resorts that you can alternate with one ski pass throughout the day. The slopes of Medvedin, Svaty Petr, Horni Musecky and Labska together make more than 25 kilometers and offer tracks for everyone - from beginners to seasoned skiers.
The winter season is long here, visitors to Spindleruv Mlyn will like it here even in the summer. There are several important hiking and cycling trails from here, and the city itself offers sports activities.
Surely you can visit the spring of the Elbe, the Snowpile and the Labska Cabin - either take a hiking trail through Horni Musccky or take a cable car to Medvedin to make your journey easier. From Spindle, you can also climb up to Snezka mountain after a 10 km long route along the red mark with an elevation slightly over 1,000 meters. For a slightly longer route with a smaller climb or go along the blue marked trail through the valley of the White Elbe.
Spindleruv Mlyn itself also offers Vodni Raj aquapark and wellness center or a roping center. When you arrive in the city, you will pass quite distinct Labská dam, where one of the adrenaline experiences awaits you - crossing the Elbe at the height of up to 29 meters on a giant rope swing. Alternatively, you can recline the whole dam. Then you may climb the entire height of 35 bck up. High attention to security and supervision of experienced instructors is required.
The town offers about 10 thousand beds for visitors, yet we recommend that you seek accommodation in advance during the summer and winter season. Spindleruv Mlyn is rightfully one of the most popular sports and tourist destinations in the Czech Republic. There is an increasing number of visitors from Poland coming to see it.
GPS: 50°43'38.9"N 15°36'19.5"E
Text, photos and video: Matouš Vinš
Music: Dexter Britain
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