Pramen Labe represents one of the most fundamental natural phenomena of the Czech part of the Krkonoše Mountains. This symbolic beginning of one of Europe's largest rivers is located on the Labská louka at an altitude of 1,387 m above sea level. The actual source, hidden in bogs, is inaccessible to the public for reasons of nature protection, which is why a stone ring symbolizing the source of the river Labe was built here. The attraction of the place is enhanced by a stone wall with colorful symbols of the 26 important cities through which the river flows on its way to the sea. Thanks to its uniqueness and beautiful surroundings, Pramen Labe is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Krkonoše Mountains.
On foot from Špindlerův Mlýn
From the city center (Bílý most), follow the red tourist trail (Vodárenská cesta) through Horní Mísečky, Masarykova silnice, past Vrbatova bouda, Pančavský waterfall, several hidden viewpoints, Labská bouda, until you reach Pramen Labe (9 km).
Medvědín cable car
You can climb the first elevation by the Medvědín cable car, from the top station follow the red sign in the direction of Šmídova vyhlídka, Vrbatova bouda, Pančavský vodopád waterfall, Labská bouda (6.5 km) until you reach Pramen Labe.
On foot through Labský důl
The blue tourist sign will lead you through Labský důl, along the meandering river Labe (10 km) directly to the spring.
By bus and on foot
By bus from Horní Mísečky , which will help you overcome the first elevation gain to Vrbatova bouda. Then you continue on foot following the red tourist sign along the ridge above the Labský důl directly to Pramen Labe.
If you set out with a pram, bicycle or wheelchair, from Vrbatova bouda you continue along the upper tourist path to the junction U čtyř pánů, Labská bouda, from there it is only 1 km to Pramen Labe.
Our tip!
If you want to experience and see everything, we recommend the route from Špindlerův bouda, the Krkonoše Ridge, or the cesta Česko-polského přátelství (on Czech and Polish border) to Pramen Labe. Amazing dramatic views of the Czech and Polish Giant Mountains will be your reward.
By bus to Špindlerova bouda, further along the red tourist path in the direction of Petrova bouda - Mužské a Dívčí kameny - Sněžné jámy - Česká budka, to Pramen Labe (10 km).
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