Hiking in Czechia
Including Beskydy Mountains (Radhošť & Pustevny), Jeseníky Mountains (Praděd Ridge), and Kokořínsko – Máchův Kraj. On the map.
The vibe
Walking here feels like stepping into a storybook landscape where dense forests and sandstone labyrinths replace the jagged, high-altitude drama of other mountain ranges. Late spring and early autumn offer the most comfortable temperatures for navigating the well-marked networks of paths that crisscross the countryside. You will find the trails are a shared backyard for locals and visitors alike, maintaining a friendly, DIY atmosphere where you simply lace up your boots and head out.
Beskydy Mountains (Radhošť & Pustevny)
Moravian-Silesian Region
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Walk scenic forest ridges featuring traditional wooden architecture, panoramic outlooks, and historical monuments. The trails combine gentle slopes with rewarding cultural sights along the way.
Access. Cable car or hiking trails from Trojanovice near Frenštát pod Radhoštěm.
Notes. Extremely popular weekend destination for local and regional hikers.
Jeseníky Mountains (Praděd Ridge)
Moravian-Silesian Region
Milan Nykodym from Kutna Hora, Czech Republic / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Hike across rugged alpine meadows and sweeping ridgelines in eastern Czechia, passing high-altitude waterfalls and glacial valleys. The climb to Praděd summit rewards hikers with vast views of the Moravian landscape.
Access. Start from Karlova Studánka or Červenohorské sedlo, both served by regional mountain buses.
Notes. Exposed ridge routes can experience severe winter conditions well into spring.
Kokořínsko – Máchův Kraj
Central Bohemian Region
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Wander through densely forested ravines, bizarre sandstone formations, and quiet valleys dotted with folk architecture. Trails weave through mossy canyons and around ancient fortress ruins.
Access. Reachable via Mělník or Liběchov with local bus connections to Kokořín or Mšeno.
Notes. Trail surfaces can be sandy or root-heavy after rain.
Krkonoše National Park (Sněžka Ridge)
Krkonoše
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Traverse the highest mountain ridge in Czechia, walking along exposed alpine tundra and glacial corries. The summit of Sněžka offers sweeping panoramic views across Central Europe on clear days.
Access. Accessible via trailheads from Pec pod Sněžkou or via cable car to the peak, followed by well-marked ridge walking.
Notes. Weather can change rapidly above treeline; winds are frequently severe on the upper plateau.
Šumava National Park (Glacial Lakes & Peat Bogs)
South Bohemian Region
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Trek through vast spruce forests, pristine high-altitude peat bogs, and scenic glacial tarns near the Bavarian border. The terrain offers peaceful, long-distance forest walking and rolling green ridges.
Access. Accessible from Železná Ruda or Modrava via regional buses and well-maintained forest trails.
Notes. Certain strict protection zones require staying strictly on marked boardwalk trails.