Go on a one-day ridge hike from Špindlerův Mlýn to Sněžka, experience a wonderful day in the heart of the Krkonoše Mountains. This 11 km route leads through a number of interesting natural phenomena, where you can admire diverse natural scenery and views. From the valley of Svatý Petr (St. Peter) through majestic viewpoints to the highest peak of the Czech Republic, Sněžka.
start Tourist information center - signpost Biskupská vyhlídka
From the Tourist Information Center, follow the red tourist sign and climb up to the signpost at Biskupská vyhlídka (skingpost), where you will cross the green tourist sign in the direction of Dlouhý důl (mountain mine).
crossing the Svatý Petr valley and into Dlouhý důl
The green route will take you through the entire Svatý Petr valley and continues along the forest path past Červinkova mohyla to the Výrovka chalet (1,357 m above sea level) , where you can take a short break.
visit to the Memorial to the Victims of the Mountains (1,509 m above sea level)
The so-called "chapel", provides a place for rest and reflection with a view of the surrounding mountains.
from Luční bouda (1,410 m above sea level) through the Úpská rašeliniště
reach the top of Sněžka (1,603 m above sea level) and return
The peak part of the journey takes you to Sněžka, from where you can return via the same or a different route of your choice.
We recommend return trips
- via Špindlerův bouda and by bus
- through Kozí hřbety and the valley of Svatý Petr
- across the Bílé Labe valley
- via Obří důl (mountain mine), town Pec pod Sněžkou and by bus
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