Rieger's Trail - Educational Trail through the Jizera Valley
Riegrova stezka – naučná stezka Údolím Jizery
Parking available
A 3.5 km educational path through the romantic Jizera River valley, featuring rock-cut sections, four tunnels, and a 77-meter suspension footbridge. It is considered one of the Czech Republic's top 10 most beautiful routes.

📜 Scenic 3.5 km educational trail through the Jizera River valley, part of a nature reserve.
🔍 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.
🌉 Cross a 77-meter suspension footbridge, 6 meters above the river.
⛰️ Discover unique rock-cut sections and four tunnels.
💡 Learn about history, geology, flora, and fauna from 15 bilingual info panels.
🏭 Visit the historic Spálov hydroelectric power plant.

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.

Time Required

⏱️ Approximately 1.5-3 hours (one way).

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Available in Semily (near train station), Bítouchov, or Spálov.

🚻 Toilets

🚽 Toilets available along the trail.

🍽️ Food

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

Tips

👟 Wear sturdy shoes.
💧 Bring enough water, especially in summer.