The season begins: Route 864 offers weekend service with bicycle transport
29. 4. 2026
The Besedice Rocks and the Kalich and Chléviště rock labyrinths are among the most popular destinations in the Bohemian Paradise. Thanks to their location on the ridge, they offer a unique combination of sandstone rock formations and sweeping views. To reach this area, you can use the seasonal IDOL bus service, which makes access easier for both hikers and cyclists.
Transportation and Bike Transport:
The main route into the area is bus line 864 (Turnov – Klokočí – Koberovy – Železný Brod).
Bus stop: Koberovy, Besedice (located in the immediate vicinity of the rock city).
Cyclists: Selected weekend and holiday buses from late April through September are equipped with racks for 6 bicycles. Getting off at Besedice is ideal for those who want to avoid the strenuous climb out of the valley and plan to follow the ridge route.
Selected weekend services (2026 season)
Toward Besedice:
From Turnov: 09:35, 13:35, and 17:35
From Železný Brod: 08:37, 12:42, and 16:37
Back from Besedice:
Toward Turnov: 08:46, 12:51, and 16:46
Toward Železný Brod: 10:01, 14:01, and 18:01
What to See Around Besedice
The area offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and exploring history:
- The Kalich and Chléviště Rock Labyrinth: A loop trail among rock towers with numerous viewpoints (e.g., the Czech Brethren Viewpoint) and a historic prayer house in the heart of the rocks.
- Suché skály: A striking sandstone ridge nicknamed the “Czech Dolomites.”
- Zbirohy Castle Ruins: Accessible via the green hiking trail directly from Besedice.
- Malá Skála: Nearby, you can visit the Vranov–Pantheon rock castle or enjoy recreational activities along the Jizera River.
