Ski resorts Borovnička

Ideal for families and beginners

Ski areál Svoboda nad Úpou is the smallest and most tranquil centre within the SkiResort ČERNÁ HORA – PEC complex. It is situated in the picturesque town of Svoboda nad Úpou in the Krkonoše Mountains, at an altitude ranging from 530 to 600 metres above sea level. Thanks to its gentle slopes, the resort is specifically designed for families with children and beginner skiers who are seeking a safe environment for their first skiing attempts.

The centre offers three ski slopes with a total length of approximately 1.1 kilometres. There are three blue (easy) slopes available: Duncan 1 (350 metres), Duncan 2 (350 metres) and the U lesa slope (350 metres). Transport for skiers is provided by three Poma-type ski lifts with a total capacity of approximately 2,000 persons per hour. The lifts are named Duncan (350 metres), U lesa 1 (250 metres) and U lesa 2 (350 metres). All slopes are equipped with an artificial snow-making system and are regularly groomed. On selected days, usually from Thursday to Saturday during the main season, evening skiing is also available on the Duncan 1 and Duncan 2 slopes. The resort also includes a children's ski school and an equipment rental shop.

How to get there

Ski areál Svoboda nad Úpou is located directly in the town of Svoboda nad Úpou, which lies on the main E67 road between Trutnov and Pec pod Sněžkou. A free car park with sufficient capacity is available to visitors directly at the resort. It is also possible to reach the town by public transport. The nearest bus stop is Svoboda nad Úpou, náměstí, from where it is a short walk to the resort. Svoboda nad Úpou also has a railway station on the Trutnov – Svoboda nad Úpou line, from where it is also possible to continue on foot. Within the SkiResort ČERNÁ HORA – PEC, connections between the resorts are provided by ski buses during the main season, which stop in the town.

What you can discover in the surroundings

Svoboda nad Úpou serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the eastern Krkonoše Mountains. Tourists may ascend to the landmark of the Krkonoše, Sněžka (1,603 m a.s.l.), to which marked tourist trails lead, or take a cable car from nearby Pec pod Sněžkou. In the neighbouring Janské Lázně, there is the Stezka korunami stromů Krkonoše and a cabin cable car to Černá hora. Hiking trails will also lead you to the Modré kameny lookout, offering views of the Krkonoše. For history lovers, the town offers the Pohádkové Krkonoše – an exhibition of Krkonoše fairy-tale characters. Near Svoboda nad Úpou, visitors can also discover the lesser-known natural phenomenon of Svobodský kras, which includes, for example, the Medvědí jeskyně.

The cradle of Czech skiing

The Ski areál Kozinec is located in the Krkonoše mountains, in the Hrabačov district, just one kilometre from the town of Jilemnice. This smaller yet popular resort sits at an altitude of 450 to 520 metres above sea level and is an ideal choice for beginners, families with children, and recreational skiers. Jilemnice, as the historical centre of Czech skiing, gives this place a specific atmosphere.

The resort offers one main downhill slope with a total length of 490 metres. The slope is classified as blue in difficulty, is beautifully wide, and is suitable for learning first turns as well as improving one’s technique. Transport for skiers is provided by one Tatrapoma FP ski lift with a capacity of 600 persons per hour, which fully meets the resort’s needs. Thanks to artificial lighting, evening skiing is also available. A Snowpark with daily groomed obstacles is prepared for snowboarders. The slopes are regularly equipped with artificial snow and are groomed. Directly from the upper station of the lift, it is possible to join maintained cross-country skiing trails spanning several tens of kilometres, such as the Buď fit circuits or the Na Hraběnce – Střelnice route.

How to get there

The Ski areál Kozinec is located in the Jilemnice – Hrabačov district, near the road towards Harrachov. On the approach route from Jilemnice, one must turn left after the railway tracks. A free car park is available for visitors directly at the lower lift station. The nearest railway station is Jilemnice, located approximately 1.5 km away, from where it is possible to continue on foot or via local transport.

What you can discover in the surroundings

Jilemnice and its surroundings in the western Krkonoše offer rich opportunities for year-round tourism. Directly in the town of Jilemnice, one can find the Krkonošské muzeum located in the historical chateau, where, among other things, the unique Metelkův mechanický betlém is on display. Another tourist attraction is the collection of folk architecture known as Zvědavá ulička. In the vicinity of the resort, there is a great opportunity to set out on a hike to the Žalý peak, where the rozhledna Žalý stands, offering panoramic views of the Krkonoše. A few kilometres from Jilemnice lies the Zámek Horní Branná, associated with the stay of Jan Amos Komenský. For skiing in the wider area, it is possible to visit larger ski resorts such as the Ski areál Benecko or the Ski areál Herlíkovice.