Kamenice Gorge – Pravčická Gate loop from Mezní Louka
Kamenice Gorge – Pravčická Gate loop from Mezní Louka
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Kamenice Gorge – Pravčická Gate loop from Mezní Louka
06:10
21.0km
580m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 27, 2026
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Your route passes through protected areas
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Klidové území NPČS: soutěsky Kamenice
Klidové území NPČS: Pravčická brána - soutěska Křinice
Národní park České Švýcarsko
CHKO Labské pískovce
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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2.23 km
Kamenice Gorge
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Rocky Overhang Path
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2.98 km
Rock Arch in the Kamenice Gorge
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Parts of the path are so narrow that wooden walkways and bridges have been constructed to allow visitors to pass through. In certain sections you can even go on small boats piloted by boatmen who tell interesting stories and legends about the area.
The high sandstone cliffs that rise on either side are often covered in moss and ferns, creating an impressive display of light and shadow as the sun's rays filter through the trees.
At the end of the path you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the surrounding forests and hills, glowing in all shades of green and embodying the true beauty and tranquility of this part of the Czech Republic.
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6.70 km
Janovský Hill Observation Tower
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9.49 km
Clary Chapel and Historic Cemetery
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14.3 km
Pravčická Gate
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This slender rock formation is the largest natural sandstone rock bridge in Europe.
With a span of 26.5 meters, a clear height of 16 meters, a maximum width of eight meters, and an archway thickness of three meters, it is one of the most outstanding natural monuments in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
The Great Gate was first mentioned in border documents from 1410 and 1451.
The hiking route is highly recommended.
The parking lot costs €8.
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Ascent to the Pravčická Brána
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The first steps on the path are still characterized by the innocent beauty of the forest. But soon the hiker witnesses the dark scars left by the fire last year. Where birds once chirped happily and the scent of fresh earth invigorated the senses, a landscape of silence and destruction now stretches out. Charred tree trunks stretch towards the sky and testify to the violence of the fire.
But in the midst of this gloomy scenario, the delicate green of young plants reminds us of the indestructible power of nature. Like phoenixes rising from the ashes, they begin to restore the forest to its original beauty and offer hikers hope and comfort.
As one approaches the summit, the views open up. The burnt treetops now offer unobstructed views of the deep valley and the majestic sandstone formation of the Pravcicka Gate. The sun, which illuminates the path until the first bend, seems to chase away the shadow of the past, inviting the hiker to pause and enjoy the silence.
This trail is not only a testament to the relentless forces of nature, but also a reminder of its ability to regenerate and renew. Every step, every observation allows us to look deep into the soul of the forest and ponder the cycles of life and change. It is a path of reflection that celebrates both the transience and eternity of nature.
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15.4 km
View of the rock formations at Pravčická Brána – Křinice Gorge
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21.0 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
10.4 km
7.14 km
2.29 km
1.04 km
121 m
Surfaces
9.26 km
4.15 km
2.85 km
2.45 km
1.72 km
596 m
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Elevation
Highest point (390 m)
Lowest point (140 m)
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After the first overnight stay, accompanied by the rain, we started directly from our recommended hotel "Resort U Fořta" in Hřensko - Mezní Louka (Herrnskretschen-Rainwiese) towards Wilde Klamm and left our town.
The peaks of the mountains are barely visible and the green trail …
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Start/End point: Schöna train station
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In the Edmundsklamm there are only tickets for specific time slots, and during my visit, with waiting times of at least 3 hours. 😭
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Right at the parking lot, we quickly replanned the tour🤭 because we had discovered a beautiful path up that we really wanted to take. That was a very good decision🤩.
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