Rieger's Trail - Educational Trail through the Jizera Valley
Riegrova stezka – naučná stezka Údolím Jizery
Parking available
Explore Rieger's Trail, a stunning 3.5 km educational path through the romantic Jizera River valley, featuring rock-cut sections, tunnels, and a 77-meter suspension footbridge.

📜 A 3.5 km educational trail through the romantic Jizera River valley, considered one of the Czech Republic's top 10 most beautiful routes.
🏞️ Features rock-cut sections, four tunnels, and a 77-meter suspension footbridge 6 meters above the river.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Explore a scenic educational path along the Jizera River, passing through a nature reserve.
🌉 Cross a 77-meter long suspension footbridge, 6 meters above the river.
⛰️ Discover unique rock-cut sections and four tunnels carved into the landscape.
📸 Enjoy panoramic views from Böhmova vyhlídka and other viewpoints like Myší skála.
💡 Learn about the trail's history, geology, flora, and fauna from 15 bilingual (Czech/English) info panels.
⚙️ See the historic Podspálov hydroelectric power plant (1921-1926) with its 1300-meter rock-cut tunnel.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Trail can be slippery in winter.
👶 Not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs due to narrow rock ledges and uneven terrain.

Cost

💰 Free entry to the trail.

Time Required

⏱️ Approximately 2-3 hours to complete the main 3.5 km trail (one way).
🚶‍♀️ Combine with Kamenického stezka for a longer 12-13 km circuit.

Getting There

🚆 Accessible by train to Semily or Podspálov stations.
🚌 Bus stop "Semily, Bítouchov, Riegrova stezka" is near the trailhead.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Available in Semily (e.g., near the train station) or at smaller parking lots in Bítouchov and Spálov.

🚻 Toilets

🚽 Toilets are available along the trail.

🍽️ Food

🍔 Restaurace U Kynčlů in Bítouchov (closed Mon/Tue).
🏨 Hotel Pod Spálovem (open Fri-Sun 11:00-22:00).

Checklist

👟 Wear sturdy shoes.
💧 Bring enough water, especially in summer.
Respect nature and follow national park rules.

Managed By

🤝 Operated by Turistické informační centrum Semily.