Teplice Rocks

Teplice Rocks nature trail, dedicated to Josef Vavroušek

On the 23rd of July, 1999, the nature trail was ceremoniously opened. It was dedicated to the tragically deceased Josef Vavroušek (1944-1995), who promoted the sustainable development of society. The path leads through the Teplice Rocks along the blue hiking trail. Along this 6 km long path, there are 15 stops with information about the nature (both living and dead), history, the discovery of the rocks, tourism, and mountain climbing. The rich text and images, along with the state-of-the-art large-format digital printing technology, make this a unique work.

The Imposing Stone Crown and the Giant Garden

Have you heard about the Stone Crown? This symbol of the Teplice Rocks enchants anyone who sees it. No matter which way you look at the tower, it gives off an impressive and majestic feeling. The first to conquer the peak was Rudolf Kaden and Fritz Wiesner on the 7th of June, 1927. This was also the first time any of the rock formations at Teplice had been climbed.

Behind the Stone Crown, a number of stairs will take you to The Temple, i.e. a giant rock cavern, where barrel organs were once played for the amusement of tourists.

Then, after leaving The Temple, the Giant Garden will open up to you.

What else you’ll see at the Teplice Rocks?

• The so-called “Echo”, where mortars used to be shot, just as in Adršpach
• The view from the Střmen castle ruins
• The Cabin of the Rock Bride (Chatu u Skalní nevěsty), where you can take a break on the benches and enjoy the view of the well-known rock crack, i.e. Hláska.
• Siberia... Yes, you read that correctly. In the Teplice Rocks, you’ll find a cold place where snow often lasts deep into the summer
• Impressive and well-known rock formations, including The Polar Bear, Golem, The Butcher’s Axe, The Herring, The Giant’s Toothpick, The Sphinx, and The Huckleberry Hound

Come to the International Mountaineering Film Festival

Every year Teplice nad Metují comes alive with the International Mountaineering Film Festival, which is known for its untraditional atmosphere. The festival entices both professional and amateur filmmakers to enter their work, and that’s whether they’re about mountaineering, other sports in nature, or simply life in the mountains.

In 1980, the mountain climber Míra Šmíd organised a friendly meeting of mountaineers in Teplice. They showed films, slides, exchanged stories, and told of their experiences. The event was so successful that it started being held every year. Today, the festival is in full flight and has become the favourite of not only mountain climbers but also adrenaline junkies.

Traditionally, the day of the festival is the most lively time of the year in Teplice.