Adršpach Rocks, Czechia

Adršpach Rocks

A maze of towering sandstone rock pillars in the forest.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Adršpach Rocks

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the main loop through the rock city early, squeezing through the narrow Mouse Hole.
  2. AfternoonTake the short boat ride on the hidden lake, then walk on to the quieter Teplice rocks.
  3. EveningStay in a guesthouse in Adršpach or Teplice nad Metují.

Day 2

Visit the Baroque Broumov monastery, or hike in the Krkonoše mountains.

What to eat

Bramboráky, crispy potato pancakes with garlic.

Local tips

Make the most of Adršpach Rocks

Beat the crowds

Busy in summer and at weekends. Book a time slot ahead on peak days.

Best photo spot

The Gothic Gate of rock at the entrance, and the small lake inside the rock city.

Getting there

Trains run to Adršpach station, right by the entrance. Easiest by car from Prague, about 2.5 hours.

Don't miss nearby

The Teplice Rocks, a second rock city next door.

Good to know

The main loop takes about 2 hours and includes a short boat ride on the little lake in summer.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Adršpach Rocks

Getting there

  • Pardubice Airport (PED)70 km away
  • Wrocław Airport (WRO)75 km away
  • Wrocław85 km away
  • Prague135 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryCzechia

Questions

Adršpach Rocks: good to know

Is Adršpach Rocks worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A maze of towering sandstone rock pillars in the forest.

How many days do you need in Adršpach Rocks?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Adršpach Rocks?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Busy in summer and at weekends. Book a time slot ahead on peak days.

How do you get to Adršpach Rocks?

The nearest airport is Pardubice Airport (PED), about 70 km away. Trains run to Adršpach station, right by the entrance. Easiest by car from Prague, about 2.5 hours.

What is there to see near Adršpach Rocks?

Nearby hidden places include Wrocław (85 km), Görlitz (99 km) and Prague (133 km).

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