Povydří Educational Trail
Naučná stezka Povydří
Parking available
A scenic 7.5 km educational trail following the Vydra river canyon from Antýgl to Čeňkova Pila, renowned as one of the most beautiful routes in the Šumava National Park. The path is suitable for pedestrians, strollers, and wheelchair users.

📜 Scenic 7.5 km educational trail in Šumava National Park.
🏞️ Follows the Vydra river canyon from Antýgl to Čeňkova Pila, known for wild, bouldery riverbed and unique geological formations.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Explore romantic, deep canyon with rapids, small waterfalls, and unique natural formations like rocking stones, giant's kettles, and stone seas.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for pedestrians, sport strollers, and wheelchair users with assistance.
🐾 Discover Turner's Cottage, offering refreshments, accommodation, and an exhibition about river otters.
📚 Learn from 7 information panels detailing the area's geology, history, and wildlife.

Why Avoid

🚫 Cycling is prohibited as the trail is located in the 1st zone of the Šumava National Park.

Tips

💡 Recommended to start from Antýgl for a gentle downhill walk.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Available at Rokyta, Antýgl (opposite campsite), or Čeňkova Pila.

🚌 Public Transport

🚌 Regular bus services connect both ends of the trail (Srní, Antýgl/Rokyta and Rejštejn, Čeňkova Pila).