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Looking for tips for hiking trips in Horní Planá? Whether you want a short walk along the water for families with children or a hike with a great view, the surroundings of Horní Planá are made for hiking. We have prepared 7 great routes for you that will lead you through the beautiful landscape, forests, meadows, and along the shimmering surface of Lake Lipno.
This article focuses on the best routes in the immediate vicinity of Horní Planá. Once you have walked them all, you will find dozens more tips in our large overview of the best trips around Lake Lipno.
1. Lake Viewpoint (Jezerní vyhlídka)
This is our secret tip for a short trip with a big effect. Lake Viewpoint (Jezerní vyhlídka) is a “mini lookout tower,” but it offers one of the best direct views of Horní Planá and Lake Lipno. It is only 300 meters from the parking lot on flat ground.
Find out more in our article: Lake Viewpoint Horní Planá: A small lookout tower with big views.
2. Trip around the Horní Planá Bay
This pleasant walk, approximately 1.8 km long, is an ideal choice for those looking for an easy activity with beautiful views of Lake Lipno. The route smoothly follows the reservoir, offering constant contact with the water surface and the surrounding nature. The route is mostly flat and suitable even for strollers.
3. Adalbert Stifter Nature Trail
In Horní Planá, there is an easy Adalbert Stifter Nature Trail (approx. 4.8 km), which will take you through important places in the life of the famous writer and show you the beauty of the landscape that inspired him.
On 10 information panels, you will learn about key moments in Stifter’s life and his relationship with his native region. The trail starts at Stifter’s birthplace (now a museum) and leads to other places associated with his childhood and youth, such as the church and school.
During the walk, you will have beautiful views of Lake Lipno and the surrounding nature. The trail cleverly connects Stifter’s literary legacy with specific places, helping you better understand the influence of the landscape on his work.
The trail is well-marked and suitable for all age categories. It is a pleasant way to learn about the life of Adalbert Stifter while enjoying a walk through picturesque Horní Planá and its surroundings.
Nature trail map
4. From Hůrka via Jelm and the Bird Trail (Ptačí stezka)
Go on a refreshing circular hike from Hůrka (approx. 8 km). From Hůrka, you will walk through a peaceful landscape to the settlement of Jelm. From there, a forest path, sometimes called the Bird Trail (Ptačí stezka), will lead you to the memorial Stifter’s Beech (Stifterův buk), a majestic tree with a history. The path will take you through beautiful Bohemian Forest nature with the possibility of bird watching. You will return to Hůrka via forest paths.
After the hike, you can enjoy fresh fish in the Fish Restaurant. Don’t forget comfortable shoes and enough fluids. Enjoy an active day around Lake Lipno!
From Hůrka via Jelm map
5. Dobrá Voda Lookout Tower
A little above Horní Planá, you will also find a second, newer lookout tower. From the Dobrá Voda Lookout Tower, you can enjoy the view of Lake Lipno and the surrounding Bohemian Forest ridges. It is also one of the goals of the popular Bohemian Forest Everest (Šumavský Everest).
6. Olšina Nature Trail
Another great option is the Olšina Nature Trail. The 7.3 km long route will take you through a unique ecosystem of wetlands and forests around the highest-lying breeding pond in Bohemia. Wooden walkways and beautiful nature await you.
7. Mysterious Josef’s Gallery (Josefova štola)
For those who long for a bit of mystery and historical interests, there is an expedition to Josef’s Gallery (Josefova štola). It is a rock formation shrouded in legends, to which a short walk leads through beautiful forest corners.
📍 Hiking trips in Horní Planá – where to stay?
Looking for the ideal base for trips near Horní Planá? Our family accommodation in Hůrka is the perfect strategic point – we are only 4 km from Horní Planá.
You can reach the Lake Viewpoint or take a walk around the bay on foot or by bike along the beautiful cycle path. Other destinations are also just a short distance away.
After returning from a hike, a large fenced garden, a pool for cooling off, and our Fish Restaurant await you to regain your strength. In addition, there are plenty of cycle paths, beaches, and other experiences for children nearby.
Book your stay and have all the trips within reach.
We look forward to seeing you!