Ski resorts Velké Hamry

Family-oriented ski area between the Krkonoše and Jizerské hory mountains

The ski resort is located in the village of Paseky nad Jizerou, on the border between the western Krkonoše and the Jizerské hory mountains. It is a family-oriented winter resort that offers skiers blue and red slopes, children's parks, and other supplementary services suitable for various skill levels.

The total length of the downhill runs reaches about 9.6 km, part of which is equipped with artificial snowmaking. Transport for visitors is provided by two quad chairlifts and several ski lifts, including those for children, complemented by conveyor belts in the children's park. Among the slopes, one can find a combination of wide blue and more challenging red sections, functional lighting on some trails, and facilities in the form of rental shops, service centres, ski schools, refreshment options, and areas for a snowpark or snowtubing.

How to get there

The Skiareál Paseky is accessible by car via the village of Paseky nad Jizerou, from Rokytnice nad Jizerou, or other nearby centres. Parking is available at the lower chairlift stations and in the vicinity of the resort. Public transport is possible by bus to Paseky nad Jizerou from Rokytnice nad Jizerou or other nearby locations, from where one can reach the resort on foot or via local transport services during the winter season.

What you can discover in the surroundings

Cross-country skiing trails leading, for example, around Bílá Skála and towards the rozhledna Štěpánka begin from the upper chairlift stations. These circuits connect to the Krkonošská lyžařská cesta and the Jizerskohorská magistrála. In the vicinity, one can also visit the towns of Rokytnice nad Jizerou or Harrachov, known for their mountain attractions, cultural monuments, or starting points for hiking trails marked by the KČT, such as the red or blue trails connecting mountain peaks and saddles.

The resort offers balanced conditions for winter sports with adequate facilities and opportunities for both families and more demanding skiers.

The largest ski resort in the Jizerské hory is Ski areál Tanvaldský Špičák. The resort is situated in the Jablonec nad Nisou district, in the Liberecký kraj, near the town of Albrechtice v Jizerských horách. Thanks to a unified ticketing system, it is connected to the nearby ski resorts Ski areál Severák and Ski areál Bedřichov. Consequently, it is possible to use all the mentioned resorts with a single ski pass.

Ski areál Tanvaldský Špičák offers high-quality downhill slopes with a total length of over 6 kilometres. The majority of them are of intermediate difficulty. They are equipped with a snowmaking system, ensuring that skiing is possible even in the event of a lack of natural snow. It is possible to ascend to the summit from two boarding points, Tanvaldský Špičák I. and II. The resort is served by two chairlifts as well as several ski tows.

For young skiers, a Sunkid conveyor belt is available at the resort, where the children's ski school conducts its lessons. It is also possible to take advantage of evening skiing, so it is not necessary to head to the slopes early in the morning. This allows visitors to get a good night's sleep or visit another attraction in the Jizerské hory before putting on their ski boots.

Necessary ski and snowboard equipment will gladly be provided by the local rental shop. Should equipment need fine-tuning or adjustment, visitors are encouraged to make use of the skilled staff at the local ski service centre.

It may happen that visitors arrive with downhill skiing equipment but feel tempted to try cross-country skiing. One should not hesitate to try the well-maintained cross-country tracks. It is possible to join the Jizerská magistrála in Albrechtice, for example.

Ski areál Tanvaldský Špičák is easily accessible by car from several directions. It regularly welcomes visitors arriving from Desná, Josefův Důl, or Jablonec nad Nisou. Ample parking areas are, of course, available.

The range of accommodation options near Ski areál Tanvaldský Špičák will certainly please as well. Suitable accommodation for families with children, a cottage for teambuilding, or properties suitable for couples can be found here. If a weekend stay or a holiday in the Jizerské hory is tempting, a place to suit all members of the party will certainly be found. One simply needs to send a reservation, pack a suitcase, and head towards the Jizerky. This decision will certainly not be regretted!

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.

Classical Skiing Resort in Liberec

Ski areál Vesec is not a typical downhill skiing resort, but it is primarily a recreational and sports cross-country skiing area situated on the southeastern outskirts of the city of Liberec, in the city district of Vesec. It was built for the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in 2009. The resort spans an area of approximately 70 hectares at an altitude ranging from 400 m a. s. l. to 460 m a. s. l. and in winter offers groomed cross-country trails for various skill levels.

Although the resort focuses on cross-country skiing, it is also equipped for winter activities. For cross-country skiers, three independent circuits with varying difficulty and lengths are available, ranging from 1,500 m with minimal elevation gain to combined circuits with a length of 7.5 km. The resort features a quality snowmaking system and lighting, which allows for training even in the late hours. In summer, asphalt paths serve for inline skating, cycling, and walking.

How to Get There

Areál Vesec is located on the outskirts of the city of Liberec. Thanks to its location near the Liberec – Praha highway, it is easily accessible by car, while visitors can use a spacious and free parking lot near the cemetery, from which it is about a 10-minute walk to the resort. Alternatively, public transport in Liberec can be used – buses number 13, 24, 26, 39, or 60, getting off at the U Střediska stop.

What Visitors Can Discover in the Surroundings

The surroundings of Vesec and the city of Liberec offer many options for cultural and natural activities. The dominant feature of the entire region is Ještěd, to the summit of which a cable car also leads and where an extensive ski resort is located. Directly in Liberec, visitors can visit the Zoologická zahrada Liberec and Botanická zahrada v Liberci, or the iQLANDIA science and entertainment center and the Centrum Babylon entertainment center. For views, it is worth heading to the Rozhledna Liberecká výšina or the Vyhlídková věž Lidových sadů. For hiking enthusiasts, the Naučná stezka Vesecké údolí is interesting.

One of the smaller ski resorts, Horní Mísečky, can be found on the slopes of Medvědín, at an altitude of around 1,000 metres above sea level. It lies to the north of Vítkovice and to the west of Špindlerův Mlýn. It is the youngest ski resort included in the Skiareál Špindlerův Mlýn complex. Alongside it, the complex also includes Skiareál Svatý Petr, Skiareál Medvědín, and the Hromovka Ski resort. The resort is situated in the magnificent countryside of the Krkonoše národní park.

The Ski areál Horní Mísečky is particularly suitable for families with children. The local slope is of a gentle gradient while also being sufficiently wide and clear, ensuring children remain within sight at all times. However, children are not the only ones taking their first skiing steps here. Adults who have not had the chance to learn to ski until now or wish to refine their technique also gladly make use of Horní Mísečky.

A comfortable quad chairlift transports visitors to the start of the slope. There are also three smaller lifts located in the lower section of the slope. Furthermore, additional areas are available where visitors can enjoy plenty of fun, such as the Funtrack situated in the upper part of the resort. It consists of various bumps, turns, waves, and other intricate features designed to make skiing even more entertaining.

The Burton snowpark, located on the slope most exposed to the sun's rays, must not be overlooked either. Various obstacles await visitors here as well, guaranteeing a perfect day full of fun and adrenaline on the slope. Should that not feel sufficient, visitors are encouraged to continue boldly during night skiing.

And when hunger strikes during skiing, there is no need to despair. Gone are the days when visitors had to take a thermos of tea and a schnitzel sandwich from home for a skiing trip. Refreshments are prepared for visitors in the middle section of the slope, ensuring no one remains hungry or thirsty. Self-service ticket machines are also available in the resort for quicker skipass acquisition.

A ski equipment rental shop and ski service are available to visitors near the lower chairlift station. A children's ski and snowboard school is also located here, allowing proper technique to be learned right from the start under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Artificial snowmaking is available throughout the entire Ski areál Horní Mísečky, ensuring skiing is guaranteed even during a lack of snow. Snowmaking equipment is also distributed along the local cross-country skiing area. Here, maintained cross-country loops ranging from 1 to 10 kilometres in length are located, or visitors can set off on a cross-country trail towards Benecko, Rokytnice nad Jizerou, Harrachov, or Labská bouda.

In addition to the aforementioned ski resorts belonging to Skiareál Špindlerův Mlýn, smaller slopes can also be found in the surrounding area, such as Skiareál Vurmovka or Lyžařský areál Janova Hora, along with plenty of other places well worth visiting when embarking on a trip to the Krkonoše. Mohyla Hanče a Vrbaty above Horní Mísečky possesses a special atmosphere. It commemorates the tragic event of 1913 when, during a skiing race, adverse weather conditions caused the deaths of the competitor Bohumil Hanč and his friend Václav Vrbata, who had set out to help him.

Given that the Krkonoše are a very popular winter destination, everything is adapted to ensure visitors feel welcome and gladly return. Should visitors head to the Krkonoše for a longer holiday, finding accommodation near the Ski areál Horní Mísečky will prove straightforward. The range of accommodation facilities is also adapted to the high number of visitors. A choice can be made among mountain cottages, cosy guesthouses, and luxury hotels. Apartments have also become a popular form of accommodation, particularly in recent times, providing necessary privacy while offering everything that might be needed during the stay. Visitors are invited to try them and see for themselves.