The Czech Republic is ideal for walking tours and mountain tourism, which is given by the diversity of natural scenery. The visitors can use network of well
marked tourist routes, which are set up even in the most remote areas of the
Czech Republic. Popular tourist routes for mountain tourism can be found in the
regions of the Krkonose Mountains, Sumava, Jizerské hory, Jeseníky, Beskydy and
other mountainous areas surrounding the territory of the Czech Republic.
Mountain Resorts
In Northern Czech Republic there are resorts for skiing and hiking in Krkonose mountains, which is part of the Sudeten mountain range. Krkonose includes the tourist centre of Harrachov. In Southern Bohemia are several resorts in Sumava mountains, with many hiking and cross-country skiing possibilities.
Trekking
The labyrinths of rugged and dramatic sandstone formations of the Bohemian Paradise - so called "rock towns" - may be explored on foot only. The scenic trails wind through rock passages, cool glens and finger shaped cliffs in Prachov, Hruba Skala, Kalich and Muzsky Rocks. Another experience is mountain walking in the Krkonose range - on a vast "altiplano" elevated to altitudes of 1200 - 1400 m. In both areas, there is a range of guided treks including those for experienced trekkers, and more gentle walks for the less energetic.
Hiking
The Czech countryside has much to offer, including the beautiful Ceský ráj (Czech Paradise), Ceský kras (Czech Karst) and Sumava regions. These are less accessible to foreign tourists, and one can discover the numerous natural landmarks and castles scattered throughout the country as a peaceful getaway from the busy streets of Prague.
Walking Tours
Thanks to the diversity of landscapes the Czech Republic offers ideal conditions for walking tours. An unusual rich network of well-marked footpaths evenly covers the whole territory and disables to lose one’s way even in the remote areas of the country. Among the most popular tourist regions are Krkonose and Sumava. Walking tours fans should not miss the romantic sandstone rock “towns” in Ceský Ráj (Czech Paradise), or some of the wild river valleys, e.g. the valley of the Dyje River in Moravia, the Vydra River in Sumava, the Strela River in western Bohemia. Many of the marked footpaths run through the areas near the borders. Many of them cross the borders and continue in the neighbouring countries.