Bohemian Forest

It is impossible not to love Bohemian Forest. After the very first hike up the wooded hills, a walk around the wild rapids of the Vydra River, a look across the glacial lakes and a view of the peaks of the Alps, one is lost forever. And for the faithful, Modrava, the mysterious moors and the true wilderness of the national park open up.

Where to?

The Tunnel under the Špičák Pass

Nobody who has at least once taken a train from Klatovy to Železná Ruda or Špičák (perhaps to go skiing) could avoid the visit to one of the most important technical monuments of the Pilsen Region.

Hauswald Chapel near Srní

The Hauswald Chapel, or rather the remains of the three original chapels, was a famous pilgrimage site in the past and is shrouded in many legends. The magical power of the place attracted so many pilgrims that the chapels were nicknamed “the Little Lourdes of Bohemian Forest”.

Trip along the Vydra River

Several trails have already been built in Bohemian Forest National Park to encourage wheelchair users to visit the area. The favourable character of this one also makes it attractive for families with prams.

Trip to Velký a Malý Ostrý (Großen Osser and Keinen Osser)

Velký and Malý Ostrý, the striking double peak of Ostrý, reaches 1293 metres and lies just over the border with Germany. It has also been called the “Our Lady’s Bosom” for its distinctive skyline.

Ostrý (Osser)

Ostrý is one of the most beautiful peaks in Bohemian Forest and the state border with Bavaria runs right through the summit. Before 1989, it was visited only by tourists from the other side, but today it is possible to make a trip to Ostrý from our side, too.

Trip from Prášily to Modrava

This trip follows a part of the popular Bohemian Forest Ski Highway which, in its total length of over 100 km, connects Železná Ruda and Lipno, and thus practically allows a complete crossing of the mountains. Just put on your cross-country skis and get on the path!

The Vydra Hydroelectric Power Plant

A unique hydroelectric power plant was built under Černé jezero in the middle of the 20th century. You can learn about the history and present-day use of the Bohemian Forest water resources in the permanent exhibition Šumavská energie (The Energy of Bohemian Forest).

The First Bohemian Forest Hydroelectric Power Plant in Čachrov

How was the electrification of the Bohemian countryside done a hundred years ago? One would not guess that it all started thanks to a local parish priest and, at the same time, a member of the Provincial Diet, who initiated the establishment of the Economic Cooperative.

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The project ‘Attractive Pilsen Region’ was created using funds from the state budget of the Czech Republic from the program of the Ministry of Regional Development of the Czech Republic.

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