Winter in Vrchlabi
How best to enjoy the moments you share with others? Where to go, where to find some sports opportunities, what not to miss, and where you can find entertainment or a pleasant experience? We will try to advise you with the range of winter activities and experiences which the town of Vrchlabi, its citizens and local businesses offer visitors, both Czech and foreign, as well as locals!
Four Chairlifts, Ski Resorts for Children as Well as Experienced Skiers
Parents with young children as well as experienced skiers will find something they can enjoy here. There is both a chair lift with detachable chairs, ideal for young visitors, and a demanding downhill track starting at 1000 m a.s.l., high-quality surfaces guaranteed by new grooming machinery and the latest artificial snow equipment. Ski rentals, Ski service, Test centre and ski schools, as well as babysitting, are available along with a new children’s area with a belt conveyor, merry-go-round and other attractions.
Cross-country Tracks in the Vejsplachy Resort and Elsewhere
There are kilometres of regularly groomed cross-country tracks, some of which are artificially lit every evening and are supplemented by artificial snow when necessary. When the weather is good, Vrchlabi offers 35 km of regularly groomed cross-country tracks in its environs. If snow is only available at higher altitudes, the Knezice resort offers very good skiing.
The Krkonose Fairytale Nativity Scene in the Palace Park
Christmas time in Vrchlabi is accompanied by many illuminated Christmas decorations, snow-clad countryside and the town, and a wood-carved Krkonose fairytale nativity scene not far from the Vrchlabi palace. Come to see it!
The Modern Aqua Centrum and Indoor Pool
The pleasant location of the new Aqua Centrum, offering a nice view of the wooden pier and angler’s cabin, is the right place to relax after a chilly day or a trip. Everybody will find their own attraction here, be it the swimming pool with four lanes, wading pool, whirlpool, water slides, wild river or the steam cabin.
House with Seven Gables – Museum and Café
One of the oldest buildings in the town, dating back to the early 16th century, used to be the craftsmen’s house. Today it houses a museum where you can see how the original inhabitants lived. The ground floor offers a café with the atmosphere of days past.
New Krkonossky National Park Visitor Centre
The new visitor centre follows up on the popular past exhibitions called Stone and Life and Man and the Mountains, in the Augustinian Monastery. The National Park Administration has created a new exhibition in the Krkonose Museum which documents the story of the Krkonose, reflecting both its unique nature and the coexistence of man and nature.
Unique Mechanical Nativity Scene
Before entering the palace, starting December 24, 2025, you will find a log cabin with a shingle roof, under which there is a moving, hand-carved, mechanical nativity scene with a total of 254 figures! It will delight both children and adults, and if you contribute a small coin, it will also entertain you.
When you're hungry...
In the town center, you will find the prestigious restaurant Farma, run by chef Lukáš Čížek, who was named Chef of the Year in 2022. Don't hesitate to stop here for lunch; the menu is varied and the prices are comparable to other establishments in the city. There is also the Botta Café restaurant on the square. If you are hungry or have a sweet tooth, you should not miss it – modern cuisine and local, high-quality ingredients await you. You can try a steak or burger, homemade desserts, or the famous gingerbread pancakes.
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Going for Sports and Pro-active Relaxation
Do you need to clear your head or stretch your body? You can take advantage of numerous local sports fields.
Going for Education and Entertainment
Do you want to get to know the town well, or just take a walk through the interesting places, and perhaps find a little entertainment? Take some of the prepared routes that will show you what you should not miss. Some of these routes offer entertainment for you as well as your children.
