Borecké Skály

Bozkovské Dolomite Caves

The dolomite caves with the largest underground lake in Bohemia.

Prachovské skály (rocks)

The Prachovské Skály nature preserve is one of the most popular regions in the Czech Republic. It is one of the oldest nature preserves in the country.

The Podtrosecká údolí (valleys)

The Podtrosecká údolí (valleys) comprises several little valleys that form an arch to the north and northeast around Trosky Castle.

Hruboskalsko

The Hruboskalsko is one of the best-known rock formations. It is characterised by impressive towers reaching up to 55 m and also by steep canyons.

Ruin of Trosky Castle

The strange ruin of what was once a Gothic castle, founded at the end of the 14th century by the family of Vartenberk, has become the main symbol of the region of Český ráj.

Ruin of Vranov Castle - Pantheon

Vranov Castle, built on the steep rock cliff high above the Jizera River at the beginning of the 15th century, was one of the last castles built in the region.

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Bohemian Paradise

Borecké skály
Rovensko pod Troskami, 512 63

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The rock group is characterised by unusual structured walls and abundant overhangs and rock windows.

The Borecké Skály Rocks were declared a natural monument in 1985. The small sandstone rock formation is situated on the top of Bor (360 metres above sea level) that is covered with pine forests. The lookout point named after Svatopluk Čech offers a wonderful view of Trosky Castle.

Locality: 1 km to the west from Rovensko pod Troskami.

Borecké rocks

Protected natural site Borecké rocks is placed near village Borek. The rock city is a popular alternative to overcrowded Hrubá skála town and Prachovské rocks, and it includes a marked tourist route. Quartz sandstone of Teplice region formation of Czech Cretaceous basin at Borek is a nice example of tectonic formed cuesta with surface inclined to the south west. It is the only rock town with passing permanent water stream.