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The Schwarzenberg Canal + Lake Lipno Cycling Route (120 km, 581 m elevation)
Here, kilometers count, not meters climbed. A 120 km loop along the entire Schwarzenberg Canal into Austria. The ideal route to clear your head in the deep forests.
Are you asking how many km it is by bike around Lake Lipno? If you are looking for the shortest possible route around Lake Lipno, prepare your legs for a 79 km long day trip full of wonderful views of the Lake Lipno reservoir. Along the way, you will overcome roughly 720 meters of elevation gain, so it won’t be just flat ground. Most of the way you will enjoy smooth asphalt with small sections of forest and field paths (about 5%). This cycle route around Lake Lipno allows you to circle the entire lake while enjoying picturesque scenery, resting places, and refreshments around Lake Lipno.
The route can be managed on all types of bikes, only on a road bike will you struggle a bit on a roughly 2km broken section around this point after Valtrov. [04:03]
Where does the trail around Lake Lipno lead?
Start your cycling trip around Lake Lipno at our Apartments Nad rybníky. From here, follow the cycle path Šumavská-33 on a beautiful road through Horní Planá towards Nová Pec. Along the way, you can use the refreshments at U Žabáka. In Nová Pec, turn left and follow cycle path 1020. A more demanding uphill terrain awaits you, ending with a descent to Bližší Lhota.
You will continue along the shore of Lake Lipno, where you will be enchanted by a flat route with views of the shimmering surface of the reservoir. It will take you through Přední Výtoň and Lipno nad Vltavou to Frymburk. This part of the route around Lake Lipno is ideal for cyclists who want to enjoy a peaceful ride and admire the surrounding nature.
Your next goal will be the Pláničský pond, from where it is only a short distance to our apartments. However, your journey around Lake Lipno by bike does not end yet. You will pass through Černá v Pošumaví, where you can look forward to a well-deserved reward in our Fish Restaurant. [01:08]
🎥 Watch the entire video “Cycling around Lake Lipno”. During 8:42 minutes, you will see the complete 79km route around the Lake Lipno reservoir – with beautiful drone footage and shots directly from the saddle.
The video will show you the most beautiful sections, beaches, refreshments, and views, so you can plan the route before you set out.
Perfect inspiration for anyone who wants to circle the entire Lake Lipno by bike.
Refreshments that will come in handy
During your cycling journey around Lake Lipno, you will have many opportunities for refreshments. We recommend, for example, Penzion na Návsi [01:21], U Žabáka bistro [02:55], Šumavská hospůdka [03:13] and Hotel Marlin [03:18] in Nová Pec, U Kissáka buffet in Přední Zvonková, BOHOuš Bistro [05:21] in Přední Výtoň, Stará škola restaurant [07:17] and at the end, of course, our Fish Restaurant [01:08] in Hůrka.
How to potentially shorten your way around Lake Lipno by bike
If it happens to start raining or your legs begin to protest, do not despair. Fortunately, there are “rescue boats” in the form of three ferries in Horní Planá [02:15], in Dolní Vltavice, and in Frymburk, which will shorten your way at any time.
Have you ridden this cycle path? Check out other great cycle paths around Lake Lipno.
Map of the legendary Cycling around Lake Lipno cycle route
📍 Where to return after finishing the challenge around Lake Lipno?
After conquering the legendary Cycling around Lake Lipno cycle route, you deserve perfect relaxation. Our Apartments Nad rybníky are the ideal base for your active holiday, where you can peacefully recharge your batteries and prepare for your next adventure. With us, you will find comfort, facilities for athletes, and well-deserved peace, but also perfect accommodation for your children. Whether you are planning experiences with children, trips, swimming, or just relaxing days in nature.
Book your stay in time while options are still available.
We look forward to seeing you!
