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Harrachov
ℹ️Practical info — Harrachov
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💡 Tips
- Visit the Mumlava waterfalls in the late afternoon when the light is convenient for photography and there are fewer tourists.
- Keep in mind that central parking lots are paid; use the main parking lot by the bus station.
- Visit the bobsleigh track in the early evening to avoid the long daytime queues.
- Check the local glassworks visiting hours in advance to schedule a glassblowing tour.
🍽 Food
Try the unpasteurized beer directly in the microbrewery attached to the glassworks.
A hearty classic you can enjoy in the traditional Czech inns along the main street.
First-rate for warming up after a long day, available in the cozy restaurants near the ski jumping ramps.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy high-quality crystal glass directly from the factory shop at the Novosad glassworks.
You can find excellent local honey and mead at small markets or specialty stores.
Well-suited for a relaxing walk in the forest accompanied by the soothing sound of flowing water.
Take the cable car up and enjoy the quiet views and nature trails at the top.
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Harrachov is globally renowned for its 'Čerták' ski jumping ramps, including one of the few mammoth ramps in the world used for ski flying world championships. Set in the Mumlava valley, the town gives superb conditions for skiing and cross-country racing. Another significant draw is the 'Novosad & Son' glassworks, established in 1712, making it one of the oldest in the Czech Republic. Visitors can watch master glassblowers at work and tour the onsite glass museum. Nature lovers should visit the Mumlava waterfall, which is particularly powerful during the spring thaw. The trail to the waterfall is gentle and suitable for families with strollers. Harrachov is an excellent starting point for hiking trips into the western Krkonoše mountains. The town also features a unique brewery located right next to the glassworks. This blend of sporting legacy and artisanal tradition makes Harrachov a distinctive destination for active and cultural travelers. It is well-connected by both train and bus services.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: SPA centrum · Čertova hora · U Čtyř buků
- Nearby: Spindleruv Mlyn (14 km)
- Population: ~1.388
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -1 | 2 | 8 | 13 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 63 | 46 | 54 | 40 | 70 | 81 | 96 | 85 | 66 | 57 | 54 | 56 |
Geography
Facts
- Mammoth ski jumping ramp
- Glassworks founded in 1712
- Mumlava Waterfall (8m high)
- Glass museum and brewery
- Summer bobsleigh track
- Western gate to the Krkonoše
- Mining open-air museum
- Cog railway connection available
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