Adršpach Rock City is one of Central Europe’s most stunning natural reserves and one of the best places to hike in the Czech Republic. Immerse yourself in the maze of spectacular rock formations and feel the mysterious atmosphere in one of Czechia’s hidden gems.
Located just a few kilometres from the Polish border, the Czech Rock Cities of Adršpach and Teplice are popular with hikers of all fitness levels. Whether you’re a newbie hiker, a family with kids, or a seasoned adventurer, you’ll enjoy wandering through narrow gorges, admiring the extraordinary shapes of the rocks around you.
What makes Adršpach Rock City unique?
I remember the first time I visited the Rock City in Adršpach. I was 12 on my first trip abroad, and the unique rock formations wowed me. It was like I was walking in a fairytale. When I returned to Adršpach 20 years later, after having visited many natural wonders around Europe, I was curious if I would still feel the same way about this place.
To my surprise, the wow factor was still there. Walking through the rock labyrinth, I felt like a child exploring the marvellous nature-made sculptures.
Adršpach Rock City – highlights
- The Gothic Gate. The former entrance to the park was built in 1839. Movie enthusiasts will recognise it from its appearance in Chronicles of Narnia.
- The Great Waterfall. At 16 metres in height, it creates a gorgeous view and, in winter, transforms into a beautiful icefall.
- The Sugarloaf. One of the most interesting rock formations in the park, with its narrow bottom part and a 13-meter-wide top section, the Sugarloaf looks like it could topple down at any moment.
- The Lovers. The most iconic rock structure in Adršpach is also its tallest, rising to 81,4 metres.
- The Elephant Square. An open space surrounded by rocks resembling elephants.
- The Mouse
- Rocky Lake. You can go on a boat cruise on this stunning lake and enjoy a different perspective of Rock City.
Hiking in the Adršpach Rock City – practical information
Length of the trail: 3,5 km
Estimated time: 3 hours
Trail marking: green
The trail is not accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
If you’re looking for a longer route, you can combine the route through the Adršpach rocks with Teplice rocks (blue trail). The loop around the Teplice rocks is 6 km long.
The best time to visit Adršpach
The Adršpach rocks are open for visitors all year round. You will enjoy the vibrant greenery in summer, but the trail will be crowded, especially on weekends. In autumn, the scenery becomes moody and mysterious. Wear appropriate clothing and hiking shoes with good grip in winter and autumn—the rocks can be slippery.
Tickets and opening hours
Since Adršpach Rock City is a popular destination and the number of tickets per day is limited, an online reservation is recommended, especially during the summer.
In low season, you can also purchase tickets on-site. The price varies depending on the season.
If you travel by car, you must add a parking space reservation during your online booking.
Getting there
By car
Most travellers come to Adršpach by car. There is a large and reasonably priced parking right next to the entrance. Reserve your parking spot online if you’re visiting during the high season.
By train
The train station is located right at the entrance to Adršpach National Park. If you’re a railway enthusiast looking for scenic journeys, you won’t be disappointed — the train passes through lush valleys and idyllic landscapes of the Czech countryside.
The train trip from Prague to Adršpach takes about 3,5 hours. Sadly, there are no direct connections, but the journey is comfortable and stress-free. The train ticket costs about 12 euros.
You can plan your journey and buy tickets here.
By bus
There are plenty of buses to Adršpach from Broumov and Police nad Metuji, which will take you directly to the national park’s entrance.
You can check the timetable here.
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