Hidden gems #19

Hidden gems #19

XIX. Krkonoše to the area of forgotten patriots Our trip starts in Jablonec nad Jizerou, we can easily travel there by train for instance. Firstly, we set off on our journey following the green marked track in a direction of Paseky nad Jizerou. In old times, many people were crossing this path to sell their…

Hidden gems #17

Hidden gems #17

XVII.  For the delicacies of the Bohemian Paradise Firstly, it is necessary to mention that in Lomnice nad Popelkou one could spend even a day, there is so much to see – the castle, historic centre, or famous monument area Karlov! In case you have never tasted lomnické suchary, the traditional speciality, we recommend you…

Hidden gems #14

Hidden gems #14

XIV. Following traces of mysterious Dr. Kittel This trip is connected to the history of Dr. Kittel. As you know one of our partners is Kitl, are you wondering whether there is any connection? This answer will be uncovered by Pavel Kubát, a great Czech orienteerer currently working there. However, let’s start from the beginning….

Hidden gems #12

Hidden gems #12

XII. Trace the glass bead If you are wondering where the glass comes from, the northern part of the Czech Republic is the answer. In Jablonec nad Nisou, there is a Muzeum of glass and jewelry. Next to the museum, there is a gallery called Palace Plus where you can buy a traditional glass present…

Hidden gems #11

Hidden gems #11

XI. From Libverda to Cats rocks Lázně Libverda, the starting point for this trip is a well-known city that is wedged between Hejnice and Nové Město pod Smrkem. The city Lázně Libverda has earned popularity for its curative effects. There are many spring fountains surrounded by people consuming the curative mineral water. According to the…