Valley of the Černá Desná Natural Monument
Přírodní památka Údolí Černé Desné
A popular hiking destination in the Jizera Mountains, this wild valley features the Černá Desná river, which creates a series of scenic rapids, cascades, and waterfalls, including one that is 10 meters high.

📜 A wild valley in the Jizera Mountains, featuring the Černá Desná river.
🏞️ Discover scenic rapids, cascades, and waterfalls, including a 10-meter high fall.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Explore a popular hiking destination with a well-marked trail.
🌊 Witness unique geological formations like giant rock pots and kettles carved into granite.
📸 Capture the beauty of named waterfalls: Hrncový, Bukový, Dlouhý, and Plotnový.
🌲 Enjoy the serene natural environment of the Jizera Mountains.

Why Avoid

⚠️ The trail can be wild with rapids and waterfalls, potentially challenging for very young children or those with mobility issues.

Cost

💰 Admission: Free.

Getting There

📍 Best accessed from the town of Desná, following the red tourist trail.
🗺️ The largest waterfall is approximately 3.5 km along this path.
⬆️ From the waterfalls, the trail ascends through the forest to the Souš settlement and reservoir.

Hiking

⏱️ Time required: Approximately 2.5 hours.

Managed By

🏢 Operated by Informační a kulturní středisko Desná, Krkonošská 120, Desná II, 468 61 Desná.

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