The Šumava is full of trails that will take you deep into the forests, up to the mountain ridges, to engineering monuments and to places where history was made. From Železná Ruda, you can set off on either a shorter, leisurely circular walk or a full-day hike with a significant elevation gain. And thanks to the proximity of the German border, you can also explore the Bavarian side of the Šumava. You can get closer to the peaks using cable cars and certain public transport services. We’ll be happy to provide you with detailed maps, descriptions of individual routes and other tips at reception.
Choose a route
23 km | easy
A pleasant route that surprises with its variety. From Železná Ruda, it leads via Špičák and Pancíř to Šmauzy and Gerlova Huť, before returning to town. An ideal choice if you want to head into the mountains while still enjoying a relaxed ride.
19 km | easy
An ideal shorter loop if you don’t want to spend the whole day on your bike. The route leads from Železná Ruda via Nový Brunst and the source of the Řezná River, offering a peaceful ride through the Šumava landscape away from busy roads.
22 km | easy
Set out from Železná Ruda and cross the border into neighbouring Bavaria. The route via Zwieslerwaldhaus and Regenhütte offers a different perspective on the Šumava mountains. A great choice if you want to enjoy both the Czech and German sides of the Šumava on a single trip.
28 km | moderate
One of the most beautiful lakes in the Šumava mountains can also be enjoyed from the saddle of a bike. The route leads via Debrník and Hůrka to Jezero Laka and then returns via Gerlova Huť to Železná Ruda. There are more kilometres and elevation gain to tackle, but the reward is a ride through one of the most peaceful parts of the Šumava mountains.
37 km | moderate
For more experienced cyclists, there is a longer loop via Pancíř, Prenet and Hamry. The route combines climbs to the Šumava ridges with descents into the Úhlava valley, offering a varied ride through the Železnorudsko landscape.
36 km | moderate
A ride where the journey itself is not the only goal. The Glassmaking Trail highlights the history of glassmaking, which has been an important part of the Železnorudsko region for centuries. Along the 36-kilometre route, you’ll discover the remains of former glassmaking settlements and other places connected with the history of the region.
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