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The Gateway to the Eastern Krkonoše Mountains with a combination of IDOL and IREDO fares

The Gateway to the Eastern Krkonoše Mountains with a combination of IDOL and IREDO fares

Trutnov: The Gateway to the Eastern Krkonoše Mountains

  • Transportation: Head to picturesque Trutnov, the gateway to the eastern Krkonoše Mountains, and take advantage of the combined fare offers from the IDOL and IREDO integrated transit systems.
  • Trutnov is the second-largest city in the Hradec Králové Region and an ideal starting point for trips to the Krkonoše Mountains.

What to See in Trutnov:

  • Historic Center and Culture:
    • Start your tour at Krakonoš Square, dominated by the old town hall and impressive arcaded houses.
    • Visit the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary.
    • Directly across from the church is the Podkrkonoší Museum (opening hours and admission fees here), where you can learn more about the area’s history.
  • Nature and Scenic Views:
    • Take a walk through City Park, the site of the Battle of Trutnov in 1866.
    • Climb to the top of Šibeník to the General Gablenz Memorial, which offers a fantastic view.
    • You’ll be treated to a panoramic view of the city and the Krkonoše Mountains, including Černá hora and Sněžka.
  • A Golden End to the Day:
    • End your trip with a visit to the Krakonoš Brewery’s retail store, where you can buy and taste local beer.

Key connection (with one transfer):

For your trip, we recommend combining IDOL and IREDO tickets valid across the border in Stará Paka (when traveling by train on line R14A).

More about attractions and trip ideas: https://www.krkonose.eu/

TIP: For the section in the Liberec Region, use the Idolka mobile app

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