Where to go on a trip Olomoucký kraj

A smaller resort for families and beginner skiers

Ski areál Kladky is located in central Moravia, in the municipality of Kladky in the Olomouc Region, within the landscape of the Kladecko Nature Park. It offers a pleasant environment, a good range of trails, and a peaceful operation ideal for instruction, children, and skiers who do not require large resorts.

The resort operates at an altitude of around 610 metres above sea level. It features one main downhill run of red difficulty, approximately 710 metres in length with an elevation drop of around 85 metres, which includes a gentler section at the run-out suitable for less experienced skiers as well. Transportation is provided by a double-anchor lift (Doppelmayr), a Poma lift, and a small children's rope tow for the youngest visitors. The entire trail is illuminated for night skiing, and an artificial snowmaking system is utilised when necessary. The resort additionally offers a ski school, a rental shop, a ski club with refreshments, and sanitary facilities.

Access and parking

The resort is situated beyond the municipality of Kladky, with access led via local roads with directional signage towards the slope. Parking is provided free of charge directly next to the lower station of the lift. Regarding public transport, a bus connection to the municipality of Kladky may serve visitors, from where the resort can be reached on foot via a local path by walking from the bus stop.

Where to set off for a trip from the resort

In the immediate vicinity, towns such as Šternberk or Uničov can be visited. Nearby, visitors will also find, for example, the Javoříčské jeskyně caves, Relax Park Bouzov, or Hrad Bouzov.

Family skiing in the foothills of the Jeseníky Mountains

Skipark Hraběšice is a cosy family ski centre situated in the picturesque foothills of the Jeseníky mountains, just 7 kilometres west of the town of Šumperk. The resort is ideal for families with children and skiers who prefer moderately challenging and well-maintained slopes. Thanks to its location on sunny southern slopes, at an altitude of 520 to 660 metres above sea level, it is able to ensure excellent skiing conditions throughout the entire winter season. The main downhill slope of medium difficulty is covered by artificial snow and groomed daily to offer skiers the best experience.

The total length of the downhill tracks is roughly 800 metres, divided into tracks of 500, 600, and 200 metres in length. In the lower part of the resort, there is plenty of space for a ski school and beginners. The resort also offers evening skiing, which is available on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The facilities include a cosy buffet with indoor and outdoor seating and toilets for skiers. A ski school for children and adults is also available, along with a ski and snowboard equipment rental service.

How to get there

Skipark Hraběšice is located in the village of the same name, Hraběšice, which is about 7 kilometres from Šumperk, the gateway to the Jeseníky mountains. When passing through Šumperk on the main road number 11, it is necessary to turn towards Hraběšice, which is properly marked with a road sign. The resort is easily accessible, and a maintained, large-capacity car park is located directly by the ski lift, which is free of charge for visitors.

What you can discover in the surroundings

The surroundings of Hraběšice offer rich opportunities for winter hiking and exploring the cultural and natural monuments of the Jeseníky mountains. Visitors may explore the ruins of Hrad Rabštejn near the village of Oskava, which is a popular tourist destination. If visitors are looking for rest and relaxation, it is possible to head to the nearby Termální lázně Velké Losiny, which are known for their healing thermal spring. In Velké Losiny, there is also a national cultural monument, Ruční papírna, where visitors may view the traditional production of paper. Nearby is also Zámek Velké Losiny, which is known for its witchcraft trials. Near the village of Sobotín, one can find the Mauzoleum rodiny Kleinů. Lovers of views may climb to the Vyhlídková plošina Kamenec or visit the Rozhledna Bukovka.

Plumlovská přehrada is an extensive water body on the border of the Drahanská vrchovina and Haná. It lies on the Hloučela River about 3 kilometres from Prostějov. It ranks among our oldest reservoirs and covers an area of 65 hectares. Its construction began as early as 1913 and initially did not meet with great enthusiasm among the population. Originally, it was supposed to be completed within five years, but World War I interrupted the plans. The complete finishing of the Plumlov dam thus took place only in 1932.

The main reason for construction was primarily flood protection and the support of the flow of the Hloučela River. However, a flood came sooner, and so in 1920, a large amount of water from persistent rain caused such damage at the dam that the final construction cost increased up to twelvefold.

Now, Plumlovská přehrada serves mainly tourists and athletes. Grassy beaches and refreshments are available, but for anyone who is not entertained by merely lying by the water, the offer of one of the rental shops can be utilized to cross the surface criss-cross on a paddle boat or a small boat. Other water sports also do not remain in the background, and so it is possible to see skilled paddleboarders or fast kayakers.

The Plumlov water reservoir is also important from a cultural perspective. Various significant events for the general public have taken place here, for example, the International Music Festival for Children and Youth with Disabilities as well as a large number of other concerts. An interesting and relatively popular event is also the dragon boat race, which takes place on various water bodies throughout the republic.

Not far from the dam is the early Baroque zámek Plumlov, part of which is also the torso of the never-completed castle of the same name. Visitors' holiday by Plumlovská přehrada thus does not have to be solely about swimming, but history lovers will also find something to their liking. After all, tourists and cyclists will not come up short either. A number of marked trails lead through the surroundings of the dam; visitors simply need to choose the one that suits them. Then it is only a matter of planning a date, finding suitable accommodation near Plumlovská přehrada, and coming to relax from demanding working days.

Modernly equipped resort in the Jeseníky mountain pass

Ski areál Přemyslov is located in the heart of the Jeseníky Mountains at the Přemyslovské sedlo mountain pass within the municipality of Loučná nad Desnou. It is considered one of the most technically well-equipped resorts in the region, ideal for families as well as more demanding skiers.

The resort is situated at an altitude ranging from 760 to 960 metres above sea level. It features four ski slopes served by a four-seater chairlift and two ski lifts. The longest slope is 1,250 metres long and is also illuminated for evening skiing. All trails are equipped with an artificial snow-making system. Furthermore, the resort offers cross-country skiing tracks with lengths of 3.5 and 10 kilometres, a snowpark, a ski rental and service shop, a ski school, a car park, accommodation.
Transport and access to the resort

A class II road from Loučná nad Desnou and Nové Losiny leads to the resort, with road signs guiding visitors all the way to the car park at the lower station of the chairlift. Parking is provided directly at the resort free of charge. Public transport options include bus connections to Loučná nad Desnou; from the bus stop, visitors are invited to walk to the resort or make use of a ski bus when in operation.

What to do in the surroundings

The surroundings offer a variety of trails suitable for hiking and ski mountaineering – from the resort, visitors may head upwards towards the peaks of Ucháč or Jelení skok and connect to tourist routes leading towards Praděd or Červenohorské sedlo. In the vicinity, the towns of Loučná nad Desnou, Branná, or Nové Losiny with its thermal spa centre are worth noting. Ski areál Přemyslov provides modern skiing operations with a wide range of trails, comfortable facilities, and a favourable location in the Jeseníky Mountains.

Tired of short ski slopes? Are visitors looking for a place where they can glide down the hill and ride a route longer than 3 kilometres? Head to Ski areál Ramzová, also known as Ski areál Bonera Ramzová. The longest ski slope in country, with a length of 3,260 metres, is prepared for visitors. Visitors will find it in the Jeseníky in the cadastral area of the municipality of Ostružná. The local chairlift is the only ropeway by means of which visitors can reach the peaks of the Jeseníky.

For winter sports enthusiasts, maintained downhill tracks with a total length of more than 8 kilometres are available. It is possible to transport to the summit using chairlifts. First, visitors ascend from Ramzová to Čerňava, a 4-seater chairlift is located here  and subsequently, a 2-seater chairlift takes visitors from Čerňava all the way to Šerák. In addition, 3 ski lifts are also in operation. If the weather is good, evening skiing is also in operation at Ski areál Ramzová.

Are visitors not fans of downhill skiing? Do visitors prefer cross-country skiing? This ski resort has thought of visitors as well. Visitors should certainly not miss the ridge cross-country skiing route, which begins at Šerák and guides visitors through the magnificent environment of the Jeseníky. The views of the surroundings are truly breathtaking.

Even though Ski areál Ramzová is rather a smaller ski resort, an information centre, restrooms, and refreshments are naturally also available. Visitors can thus replenish necessary fluids or warm up with an excellent soup. And then back onto the slopes. Ski areál Ramzová has also prepared convenient parking for its visitors. Visitors can park their cars not far from the lower station of the chairlift.

And if visitors are planning a holiday in the Jeseníky, local accommodation providers are also ready to provide their services to visitors. Booking accommodation near Ski areál Ramzová is not difficult at all. Our free search agent can significantly help visitors with this. It offers comfortable accommodation for various groups as well as accommodation for families with children in the Jeseníky. Choosing an ideal mountain chalet, a comfortable guesthouse, or a top-tier hotel from the offer will be a piece of cake for visitors. And then visitors can start planning what attractions in the Jeseníky they will visit besides Ski areál Ramzová. Believe us, there is truly a lot.

Home of crayfish beneath Žulový vrch

The dense forest growth on the northern foothills of Žulový vrch in the Rychlebské hory conceals the quiet water surface of a former quarry, whose impressive surroundings faithfully remind us of the industrial past of this region to this day. Arcibiskupský lom (sometimes also called Biskupský lom) is located in the cadastral area of the village of Vápenná in the Olomouc Region in Czechia. This interesting natural location was created in an area where high-quality building stone was intensively mined in the past. After the definitive end of all mining operations, the area naturally filled with water and today forms a picturesque and harmonious part of the deep forest environment.

What you will find at the quarry

The main attraction of the site is a deep flooded water body with crystal-clear water, surrounded by rock walls and the adjacent forest growth. In addition to its strong natural character, this place is immensely significant from a strictly ecological perspective, as it is one of the important locations for the regular occurrence of the protected noble crayfish. Given that the quarry is located completely off the main tourist routes and a strict ban on motor vehicles applies here, it constantly maintains its rare, peaceful, and undisturbed atmosphere.

Who the place is suitable for

This location is ideally suited for perceptive tourists, lovers of quiet nature, and hiking enthusiasts who purposefully seek out quieter corners without any signs of commercial tourism. Due to the forest access without the direct option of parking right by the water and the complete absence of any tourist infrastructure, it is designed for visitors who prefer moving through nature on their own two feet.

Where to go for a trip in the surroundings

In the immediate vicinity of the village of Vápenná, there are other well-known flooded quarries, such as the popular lom Vycpálek, or diverse historical and natural points of interest scattered throughout the entire Jeseníky region. Parking for visitors is available in designated parking areas in the village of Vápenná, from where pleasant forest paths and quiet hiking trails lead to the quarry itself.

Accommodation options in the village and surroundings

Since Arcibiskupský lom represents a freely accessible natural location deep in the forest, a wider and more comfortable range of accommodation facilities, such as cozy guesthouses, traditional cottages, chalets, or apartments, can be found directly in the village of Vápenná, in the neighboring Černá Voda, or throughout the region of the Rychlebské hory and Jeseníky, which are easily accessible by car.

The wild water oasis of the Rychlebské hory

The forests of the Rychlebské hory conceal an impressive flooded granite quarry with a high vertical wall, which faithfully reflects the fascinating industrial past of this region. Lom Rampa is located in the cadastral area of the village of Černá Voda in the Olomouc Region in Czechia and rightfully belongs among the most sought-after natural locations far and wide. The site was created as a result of intensive granite mining, which took place in this area before the beginning of the twentieth century and continued throughout it. After mining operations ended, the space naturally filled with crystal-clear water and transformed into a popular destination for summer trips.

What you will find at the quarry

The main visual element of the site is a massive rock wall reaching a respectable height of approximately 16.5 meters above the water level, in which characteristic notches and traces of mining work are still clearly visible today. The deep water surface itself invites you to refreshing natural swimming at your own risk. However, it is important to know that the area does not provide any sanitary facilities or refreshment stands, as it is a freely accessible flooded quarry completely without a lifeguard or organized services.

Who the place is suitable for

This location is ideal for more experienced swimmers, lovers of wild natural swimming, and enthusiastic photographers. Given that deep water begins almost immediately at the shore and there is no gradual entry whatsoever, the place is not suitable for small children and non-swimmers.

Where to go for a trip in the surroundings

In close proximity are other well-known flooded quarries, such as the picturesque lom Vycpálek u Vápenné or lom Transgranit u Žulové. Directly in the village of Černá Voda, the world-famous Rychlebské stezky also begin, which are a paradise for mountain biking and trail riding enthusiasts. Parking for visitors is possible in designated parking areas around the access roads.

Accommodation options in the village and surroundings

Since Lom Rampa represents a freely accessible natural location without its own accommodation capacities, a wider range of accommodation facilities, such as cozy guesthouses, cottages, chalets, or apartments, can be found directly in the village of Černá Voda, in the nearby town of Žulová, or throughout the region of the Rychlebské hory, which are accessible by passenger car.