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Harrachov
The mountain town of Harrachov has a lot to offer in winter and summer alike, making it an ideal place for both active and relaxing holidays.
Cyclists, downhill and cross-country skiers, mushroom hunters, cold water swimmers, and simply all nature lovers will have a great time here on the border of the Jizera Mountains and the Krkonoše National Park.
Glass factory
Harrachov boasts a unique site of historical interest – one of the oldest operating glass factories in the world. The glassworks was founded in 1712 by Count Harrach, but the beginnings of glassmaking in the area date as far back as 1630. The factory offers tours where visitors can observe the traditional method of glassmaking. http://www.sklarnaharrachov.cz/
Downhill skiing
Harrachov, known in the past mainly for its ski jumping hills, offers excellent conditions to downhill skiing fans during the winter season. There are two chairlifts to the top of Čertova hora (Devil’s Mountain) and several smaller lifts suitable for beginners. Downhill ski centre: www.skiareal.com, http://info.harrachov.cz/skibus-harrachov/)
Cross country skiing
In addition to the cross-country skiing tracks directly in Harrachov (https://www.harrachov-info.cz/aktivity/aktivity-zima/bezecke-lyzovani), the well-maintained tracks in nearby Jakuszyce in Poland (http://www.jakuszyce.info.pl/pogoda.php) have been gaining popularity in recent years. It’s a great starting place for a trip back to Harrachov, either to the train station or to the Jizerka settlement via the Karlovský most (bridge), where, Jára Cimrman was last spotted. https://jakuszyce.info.pl/trasy-biegowe/, https://jakuszyce.info.pl/trasy-rowerowe/
There is a local ski bus link from Harrachov to Jakuszyce: https://www.harrachov-info.cz/skibus-harrachov#group1
Other activities:
The summer season in Harrachov has plenty to offer, too. From attractive mountain bike trails to tennis courts and golf courses (regular and miniature), as well as natural swimming spots. As the gateway to the western Krkonoše, Harrachov is also an ideal starting point for longer trips to the mountain ridges to places such as Vosecká bouda, the Elbe spring or Zlaté návrší.
https://www.harrachov-info.cz/vsechny-aktivity
Video: (1) Harrachov Active – YouTube
Recommended restaurants:
Café Restaurant Harrachov | Harrachov | Facebook
Restaurace Pod Čerťákem, Harrachov (podcertakem.com)
Restaurace Terassa – Restaurace v centru Harrachova (terassa-harrachov.cz)
Pension U Studny – Krásné ubytování v Harrachově
Bakery:
Pekařské bistro u Vokřínků | Facebook
Coffee and cake:
Rustico, Nový Svět 345, Harrachov (rustico345.cz)