Krkonose National Park

(Local Name: Krkonossky Narodni Park) The Krkonose (Giant Mountains) are the highest mountains in Bohemia. Krkonose National Park (Krkonossky Narodni Park) was established in 1962 to protect the numerous bird species and extensive flora that includes rare trees. The area is now listed as a UNESCO Biosphere Reservation. Inside the park visitors will find the small spa town, Janske Lazne, and the ski resorts of Psindleruv Mlyn and Pec pod Snezkou. In addition to skiing the park is also a popular area for hiking, with huts on the trails, and bird watching. Birds are drawn to the park for the peat bogs. The most popular hike in the mountains is the Harrach path, which is only open during the summer months