Nationalpark Riesengebirge
Giant Mountains National Park
The Giant Mountains National Park (KRNAP), which conceals a wide variety of fauna and flora in an area of almost 55,000 hectares, is a unique phenomenon in Central Europe. The highest Czech mountain, Sněžka, towers to a height of 1602 m above sea level. The Giant Mountains National Park was founded in 1963.
The Giant Mountains are covered with unique hiking markings that will lead you safely and reliably with only the help of the markings and hiking maps that are available at the hotel reception. The marked hiking paths reach a length of 800 km, in addition to which you can try some of the 14 chair lifts.
Winter activities in the Giant Mountains
It probably is not necessary to remind the aficionados of winter sports of the excellent snow conditions in the area of the Giant Mountains National Park - snow can be found here up to 180 days out of the year. The quality of the download runs has been improved, the service infrastructure has expanded - today you can count about 400 ski-lifts in the Giant Mountains Mountains.
New cross-country skiing trails have been built, graded according to their length and difficulty - the sum of their lengths reaches 500 km and they have a treated surface suitable for classical cross-country skiing as well as for skating.
Summer Activities in the Giant Mountains
Giant Mountains doesn't only delight winter sports' lovers, but also no doubt those who use their vacation for active relaxation and hiking in the mountains. Whether you visit the Giant Mountains with the intent of engaging in sports or only to relax and gather new strength, you will find the necessary facilities and comfort for your rest and relaxation in the Velveta Hotel.
Biking on mountain trails has recently become a very popular sport in the Giant Mountains.
Further Information
» The Velveta Hotel offers a superb location for accommodations in the Giant Mountains.
» More about hotel surroundings.