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):
- Liberec – Dvůr Králové nad Labem: Line R14A (Hradec Králové -) Jaroměř – Liberec
- Dvůr Králové n. L. – Trutnov:
- Weekends: Bus Line 410 Jablonné v Podještědí – Mimoň – Doksy – Dubá – Mělník – Prague
- Weekdays: IREDO bus line 407 Dvůr Králové n.Lab.-Hajnice-Trutnov or line 410
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