Bohemian Switzerland National Park

Day 1: Arrival in Děčín
Day 2: Děčín – Jiřetín pod Jedlovou – Krásná Lípa (10 mi./16 km)
Day 3: Krásná Lípa – Doubice / Dolní Chřibská (10 mi./16 km)
Day 4: Doubice – Jetřichovice (9 mi./15 km)
Day 5: Jetřichovice – Mezní Louka (9 mi./14 km)
Day 6: Mezní Louka round trip (8 mi./13 km)
Day 7: Dolní Žleb – Děčín (9 mi./15 km)
Day 8: End of tour

Day 1: Arrival in Děčín
Individual arrival to Děčín, the gateway to the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. This day is yours to explore the charming town, stroll along the Elbe River, or visit the Baroque Děčín Chateau overlooking the city. Settle into your accommodation and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Day 2: Děčín – Jiřetín pod Jedlovou – Krásná Lípa (10 mi./16 km)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Lusatian Mountains for your first hike. Your day begins with a climb to the atmospheric ruins of Tolštejn Castle before continuing to Jedlová hora, where a lookout tower rewards you with sweeping panoramic views. Descending from the summit, you make your way to the pilgrimage chapel atop Křížová hora (Cross Hill), complete with its historic Calvary. From here, the trail gradually leads you out of the Lusatian Mountains and into the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Your overnight stay is in the cozy heart of the park, the town of Krásná Lípa, home to the national park museum, a local brewery, and a charming chocolate workshop. Accommodation in Krásná Lípa.

Day 3: Krásná Lípa – Doubice / Dolní Chřibská (10 mi./16 km)
You begin your day by exploring the history of Krásná Lípa along the Köglerova nature educational trail. Continuing onward, you enter the fairytale-like Kyjov Valley, famous for its dramatic sandstone towers and peaceful forested paths. By late afternoon, you arrive in the village of Doubice, known for its charming half-timbered houses that highlight the craftsmanship of the region. From Doubice, you have the option to take a public bus to Dolní Chřibská to shorten the hike by 5 km. Accommodation in Dolní Chřibská.

Day 4: Doubice – Jetřichovice (9 mi./15 km)
You begin the day with a short public bus ride. Today’s hike leads you along peaceful forest trails, offering a relaxing start to the morning. Near the village of Rynartice, you reach one of the most impressive panoramic viewpoints in all of Bohemian Switzerland. From here, you descend into Pavlino Valley, where you encounter the Kamenice Creek for the first time. This cool mountain stream guides you toward Jetřichovice. At the end of the day, return by public bus to Dolní Chřibská. Accommodation in Dolní Chřibská.

Day 5: Jetřichovice – Mezní Louka (9 mi./14 km)
This day is dedicated to the famous Jetřichovice lookouts. You begin with a climb to Mariina skála (Maria’s Rock), topped with a wooden gazebo that offers breathtaking views over Bohemian Switzerland. From here, you follow a ridge trail lined with scenic viewpoints. Along the way to Mezní Louka, you also explore the ruins of Šaunštejn Castle, once guarding a historic merchant route, and visit the striking sandstone formation Malá Pravčická brána (Little Pravčice Gate). Accommodation in Mezní Louka.

Day 6: Mezní Louka round trip (8 mi./13 km)
Today you immerse yourself in the region’s extraordinary sandstone formations. The route takes you to the iconic Pravčická brána, the largest sandstone arch in Europe, a place that inspired Hans Christian Andersen and later appeared in scenes from The Chronicles of Narnia. The trail continues across hills offering magnificent views. Combined with a ride on a historic bus and a scenic boat trip through a narrow gorge, this day is likely to become the highlight of your journey. Accommodation in Mezní Louka.

Day 7: Dolní Žleb – Děčín (9 mi./15 km)
In the morning, you are picked up with your luggage and transferred to the starting point of your final hike, ending in Dolní Žleb. You begin with a climb to the sandstone cliffs above Europe’s deepest river canyon, reaching Belvedér, the oldest viewpoint in Bohemian Switzerland. The day continues with romantic vistas from a series of natural and historical viewpoints as you make your way toward the city of Děčín, concluding your tour at the same hotel where your journey began.

Day 8: End of tour
Enjoy breakfast and spend the morning exploring Děčín at your leisure before your individual departure.

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On this tour, you can expect a variety of accommodations that range from cozy and traditional inns to modern boutique hotels. Lodging options include charming riverside stays, nature-inspired retreats, and unique venues. Please note that air conditioning cannot be guaranteed in each hotel, like in some smaller towns or towns in historical areas that are prohibited from having AC.