Bohemian Switzerland National Park
Národní park České Švýcarsko
The official body managing the Bohemian Switzerland National Park and the Elbe Sandstones Protected Landscape Area. The park is known for its unique sandstone formations, offering hiking, educational events, and stunning natural scenery.

🌲 Bohemian Switzerland National Park is a major protected natural area in the Czech Republic.
🏞️ Known for its unique sandstone rock formations, deep valleys, and pristine forests.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Explore unique sandstone formations and deep valleys
🌳 Discover pristine forests and stunning natural scenery
📚 Participate in educational events, guided walks, and workshops
🎨 Enjoy exhibitions and competitions organized by the park administration

Why Avoid

⚠️ High danger of falling trees throughout the park – entry at your own risk
🚫 Night entry ban in effect from 22:00 (10 PM) to 06:00 (6 AM)
🔥 Some popular trails like Gabrielina stezka and Edmundova soutěska may have limited access due to past forest fires

Events

🗓️ The park administration organizes numerous public events:

  • Art Competition - 25 Years of the National Park (Feb 5 - Oct 31)
  • Exhibition: Nature of Bohemian Switzerland in drawings by Petr Nesvadba (Jul 15 - Oct 31)
  • Exhibition: The Story of the Forest in Česká Kamenice (Aug 2 - Sep 30)
  • Guided walks: Walk through Srbská Kamenice, Walk with a Ranger on Mlýnská cesta, Walk with a Geologist, Walk with a Ranger to Dolský mlýn, From the life of deer and wolves, Walk with a Ranger to Tiské stěny, Mycological Excursion
  • Days of Forest Crafts 2025

Managed By

🏛️ Správa Národního parku České Švýcarsko (Bohemian Switzerland National Park Administration)

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national parknaturehikingoutdoorprotected areasandstone formationsCzech Republic