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Mountain hike | Špindlerův Mlýn - údolí Bílé Labe - Sněžka
Ridge hike from Špindlerův Mlýn through the Bílé Labe valley to the highest peak of the Krkonoše Mountains, Sněžka. The path takes you through a mountain valley upstream of the Bílé Labe river, which originates near Luční bouda (mountain chalet). During the trip, you will hear and see magical waterfalls, water rapids and cascades, but most importantly, the strength and power of nature, as the river cut into the mountain massif. This full-day trip is a pleasant choice for lovers of mountain hikes in search of natural phenomena.
Start in Špindlerův Mlýn (720 m above sea level)
The starting point of the route is the iconic White bridge, from where you set off towards the Medvědín cable car.
Via Dívčí lávky (780 m above sea level) to Weber's path
The hike leads through forest paths and overcomes a slight ascent up to the U Bílé Labe chalet.
Luční bouda (1,410 m above sea level)
From Luční bouda (mountain chalet) you can enjoy wonderful views of the surrounding mountains, the Úpská rašeliniště (peat bogs) and Sněžka (highest point of Krkonoše Mountain).
Transition to Slezská bouda (1,395 m above sea level)
From Luční bouda, continue over the wooden walkways, you will cross the dry legs Úpská rašeliniště (peat bogs), to Slezská bouda (mountain chalet), where you can stop for a short while and gather strength before the final ascent to Sněžka.
Ascent to Sněžka (1,603 m above sea level) and return
The final ascent to the very highest peak of the Czech Republic, Sněžka. Which way you choose to return is up to you.
We recommend return trips
- to Špindlerova bouda (bus-stop) and the bus
- through Kozí hřbety and the valley of St. Peter
- Obří důl (Giant mine), town Pec pod Sněžkou and bus
- cottage Výrovka and Dlouhý důl (mountain mine)
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