📜 Largest natural sandstone arch in Europe, a Czech national natural monument. 🔍 Symbol of Bohemian Switzerland National Park, attracting over 200,000 visitors annually. With a span of 26.5 meters, it's the largest natural stone arch in mainland Europe. # Why Go 🏞️ Breathtaking natural wonder and unique geological formation. 📸 Enjoy stunning views from accessible rocks above Sokolí hnízdo. 🏰 Explore the picturesque 19th-century Sokolí hnízdo chateau, featuring a restaurant and museum. ✨ Visit a site that inspired Hans Christian Andersen and Narnia films. 🧪 Learn about the fascinating scientific mystery of its stability. 🏞️ Marvel at breathtaking panoramic views of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland from nearby viewpoints. # Why Avoid 🚫 Access onto the arch itself is forbidden since 1982 due to fragility and erosion. 🚶‍♀️ Access involves a 2.5-6 km walk from parking areas. ⚠️ Can get very crowded in summer. 🚧 Gabrielina Trail is temporarily inaccessible due to fire damage. ⬆️ Main access path requires extensive repair, complicated terrain, and steep sections on trails can be challenging. # Cost 💰 Adults 95 CZK / 4 EUR, children (6-14) / students / seniors (65+) 30 CZK / 1.5 EUR. KČT members free. Entrance fee is required during tourist season, but entry is free on winter weekends. Online booking is available to skip queues. # Hours 🕒 Main season (March 28-October) daily 10:00-18:00. Off-season (November-March) Friday-Sunday 10:00-16:00. Please check seasonal opening hours as they may vary. # Getting There 🅿️ Paid parking is available in Hřensko or Mezní Louka, with the nearest option at U vodopádu. Public transport is available to Tři prameny. Consider the scenic 16 km circuit: Hřensko – Pravčická brána – Mezní Louka – Divoká Soutěska – Tichá Soutěska – Hřensko. # Toilets 🚻 Toilets are available during opening hours.