Lomnice nad Popelkou: An Unusual View from the Ski Jump
An Adrenaline-Fueled View from the K-70 Tower
Have you ever stood at the top of a ski jump and looked down into the abyss where skiers plunge? In Lomnice nad Popelkou, you have a unique opportunity. The K-70 ski jump in the Popelky complex isn’t just for athletes—it also serves as a unique and architecturally acclaimed observation tower.
What Awaits You at the Top
The observation deck is located 28 meters above the ground. You’ll have to climb some stairs to get there, but the reward is well worth it. From the observation deck, you’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the Krkonoše ridges, Ještěd, Bezděz, and the rolling landscape of the Bohemian Paradise.
- Accessibility: The observation tower is open to the public year-round, and admission is free.
- Interesting fact: The structure won an award in the 2007 Building of the Year competition. The hourglass-shaped chalice symbolizes victory.
How to get there with IDOL
Lomnice nad Popelkou is easily accessible by public transportation from several directions.
By bus: You can comfortably reach Lomnice from Liberec without transferring:
- Line 550: Direct service on the Liberec – Turnov – Lomnice nad Popelkou route.
- Line 501: Service from Semily and Jičín : Semily – Lomnice nad Popelkou – Jičín.
By Train For rail enthusiasts, the ideal route involves a transfer in Stará Paka:
- From Liberec, take line R14a / L3 (Jaroměř – Liberec) to Stará Paka.
- There, transfer to the L5passenger train on the Stará Paka–Lomnice nad Popelkouline.
How to Getto the Bridge From the bus station or train stop, follow the hiking signs to the Popelky area. The route is approximately 2.5 km long and is also suitable for a pleasant walk.
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