Discover the beauty of the Krkonoše Mountains on the popular ridge hike from Špindlerova bouda (mountain chalet) to Sněžka the highest mountain in the Czech Republic). This 9.5 km long route offers breathtaking views on both sides of the Krkonoše Mountains and is ideal for lovers of mountain adventures. The path leads through several natural phenomena and provides a unique experience from the ridge of Czech-Polish friendship.
Departure by bus from Špindlerův Mlýn
The journey begins with a bus ride from Špindlerův Mlýn to the ridges to Špindlerova Bouda, at an altitude of 1,198 m.
The path of Czech-Polish friendship
From Špindlerova Bouda, you will go uphill along the signposted route | cesta česko-polského přátelství = of Czech-Polish friendship.
Crossing Slunečník (1,423 m above sea level)
The path leads through the Polední kameny | Slunečník (tourist point), from where you already perceive the wonderful views of the Polish Krkonoše Mountains on mountain lakes → "Malý and Velký Stav".
Silesian hut (1,395 m above sea level)
The next point on the route is Slezská bouda (mountain chalet), where you can rest and gain strength for the final ascent.
Ascent to Sněžka (1,603 m above sea level)
The final destination is the peak of Sněžka, the highest mountain in the Czech Republic. After reaching the top, you can return back using one of the routes offered.
We recommend return trips
- through Kozí hřbety (mountain ridge) and the Svatý Petr valley
- across the Bílé Labe valley
- via Výrovka (mountain chalet) and Dlouhý důl (mountain mine)
- via Obrí důl (mountain mine) and by bus
Walking
