Hiking · Šumava a Lipno
Plešné jezero
Nová Pec
Plešné jezero is a glacial lake tucked beneath Plechý, the highest peak of the Czech Šumava, above which rises a steep rock wall. Overlooking the lake stands a stone obelisk dedicated to the writer Adalbert Stifter, reached via a steep path with a lovely view over the water. The surroundings lie within the strictly protected zone of the national park and exude genuine wilderness. The lake is most often approached from Nová Pec or Jelení Vrchy, both suitable bases for accommodation near Lipno.
More attractions in the Šumava a Lipno region
HikingStezka korunami stromů Lipno
Lipno nad Vltavou
An accessible treetop walkway above Lake Lipno with a tower and slide, fun for the whole family.
HikingČerné jezero
Železná Ruda
The largest glacial lake in the Šumava, beneath the steep cirque wall of Jezerní hora.
HikingBoubínský prales
Kubova Huť
One of the oldest primeval forests in Central Europe, with centuries-old trees on the slopes of Boubín.
Lookout towerPoledník (rozhledna)
Prášily
A 37-metre lookout tower on the Šumava ridge with a 360-degree view of the border mountains.