Destinations & sights

This slender rock formation is the largest natural sandstone rock bridge in Europe. With a span of 26.5 metres, a clearance height of 16 metres, a maximum width of 8 metres and an arch thickness of 3 metres, it is one of the most outstanding natural monuments in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. A fantastic view directly below the archway makes the climb worthwhile for everyone. The historic Hotel Sokolí hnízdo (Falcon's Nest) has a restaurant with a historic ambience and an exhibition on the first floor of the building. 

The Pravčice Gate is located in the core zone of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Therefore, please observe the strict path regulations in the area during your hike. There is an admission fee. Learn more about entrance fees, opening hours and how to get there on the destination's website.

At 619 metres, Rùžovský vrch is the highest point in the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. It is the most impressive basalt mountain in Saxon-Bohemian Switzerland. This beautiful basalt dome is one of the most valuable natural sites in the Czech Republic, and its wealth of rare flora is truly remarkable! Rùžovský vrch fascinates visitors with its constantly changing colours throughout the year. Below it lies the picturesque village of Srbska Kamenice/Windisch-Kamnitz. It stretches along the Kamenice (Kamnitz) river in a meadow valley and is characterised by the typical regional style of house construction – the half-timbered house. Let yourself be enchanted by this small, dreamy village and enjoy a stroll through it and the climb up to Rùžovský vrch – it's worth it in every season!

Rùžovský vrch is located in the core zone of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Therefore, please observe the strict path regulations in the area during your hike. Views from the summit are only possible from certain points. 

The westernmost Elbe Sandstone Mountains are the Tisá Rocks, also called Tisá Walls. The municipality of Tisá lies between Libouchec and Petrovice. Near Tisá, rock faces rise up to 70 metres high – a paradise for naturalists, climbers and tourists alike. This unique rock formation is a rare sight – a so-called rock town. Angles, crevices and towers are often reminiscent of the scenery of a small town, and in the winding passages, crossroads and paths, you feel like a pilgrim in an ancient labyrinth. In times past, the rocks were shrouded in mysterious myths and legends. In the past, people were afraid to enter these rocky areas and gave the rocks peculiar names. Today, Tisá is a touristy, almost bustling place with beautiful views and challenging rock climbing routes in the most visited climbing area in Bohemian Switzerland. During the summer season, there is an entrance fee to visit the rock town.

The Elbe Sandstone Mountains Nature Reserve is part of the extensive sandstone plateau that was formed around 90 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. After the sea that once covered this area receded, layers of sedimentary sandstone remained, cemented together by a variety of substances. Over time, movements in the Earth's crust caused cracks to form in these sections. Weathering by water, wind and frost, as well as the erosion of fine sand material, created the richly structured area with deep canyons and towering walls. Today, the Small and Large Tisá Walls can be explored on a nature trail (circular route). You can also visit the information centre for the Elbe Sandstone Mountains Landscape Protection Area (CHKO Labské pískovce) in the village.

How to get there by public transport

You can take the bus from Königstein or Pirna to the Tisá Rocks.

The 450-metre-long picturesque Wild Gorge is one of two closely spaced gorges on the Kamenice River in Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Both gorges offer spectacular views of rock faces up to 150 metres high and are known for their unique vegetation, which thrives thanks to the specific microclimate of the gorge (cellar climate = cold and damp at the bottom, warm and dry at the top). The Wild Gorge can be accessed via the green-marked hiking trail from Mezná or Janov and has been a popular tourist attraction since 1898 thanks to the construction of footbridges and tunnels. The Wild Gorge can be visited daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The second gorge is the impressive Edmund Gorge, which is about 960 metres long and has been accessible by boat since 1890 thanks to the initiative of Prince Edmund Clary-Aldringen. The gorge was named in his honour. Access is from Hřensko via the yellow marked hiking trail.

After the devastating forest fire in July 2022, Edmund Gorge was closed to visitors due to the threat of rockfalls. Since 19 July 2025, it has been reopened with restricted access (50 visitors per day for the time being). All information about the rules for visiting can be found on the website of the municipality of Hřensko.

The Wild Gorge and Edmund Gorge are located in the core zone of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Therefore, please observe the strict path regulations in the area during your hike.