Olsina Educational Trail
Naučná stezka Olšina
Restaurant
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
A 7.3-7.5 km accessible educational trail around Bohemia's highest-lying historic Olšina pond, featuring 10 information panels, a floating pier, a bird observation point, and an observation tower, offering insights into nature, local and military history, and water/forest management.

📜 Historic educational trail around Olšina pond, Bohemia's highest-lying and oldest breeding pond. 🔍 Discover diverse biotopes, local & military history, water/forest management.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Accessible for pedestrians, cyclists, prams, and wheelchairs
🔭 Unique floating pier, bird observation point, observation tower
📚 Learn from 10 detailed information panels about nature and history
🌲 Experience untouched Šumava nature, part of Natura 2000 protected area
🐾 Kids can search for animal tracks

Why Avoid

⚠️ Some sections can be muddy after rain/thaw, requiring appropriate footwear
🚧 Floating platform and some rest areas are deteriorating

Cost

💰 Trail is free. Visitor Center: Adults 80 CZK, Children/Students/Seniors 50 CZK, Family 200 CZK.

Hours

🕒 Trail: Accessible year-round during daylight. Visitor Center: Apr–Oct: Tue–Sun 9:00–17:00; Nov–Mar: Fri–Sun 9:00–16:00 (Closed Mon & public holidays).

🅿️ Parking

Large parking lot available near the information center/Visitor Center.