The Gruň - Bílý Kříž Nature Trail will take you to one of the most picturesque corners of the Beskydy Mountains, where history blends with beautiful nature. Just over an hour's drive from our wellness hotel Pod Kyčmolem will allow you to explore a fascinating landscape that is ideal for a quiet family walk or a romantic trip for two.

Information

The Gruň - Bílý Kříž Nature Trail is a 10.5 km long route leading along the Beskydy ridge. It starts at the Maryčka Magdonová monument in Staré Hamry and ends at Bílý Kříž. The trail offers 14 stops where you can learn about the history of the region, extinct settlements, the creation of the Šance water reservoir, or you can stop at a miraculous healing spring.

The trail is suitable for hikers, cyclists, families with children and seniors. It is marked with green and yellow tourist signs and overlaps with cycle route 6181.

Activities and experiences

Visitors to the trail can enjoy various activities:

• Hiking: The easy route along the Beskydy ridge is ideal for walks, where you can enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.
• Cycling: The route is also accessible to cyclists and offers a pleasant ride with a slight elevation gain.
• Relaxation: You will find several mountain pubs along the route, where you can relax and taste local specialties.
• Families: Thanks to the undemanding terrain and distance, the trail is also suitable for trips with children.

Gastronomy: Right on the route There is a mountain pub called Švarná Hanka, where you can have a snack. If you are looking for more culinary experiences, you can return to our hotel Pod Kyčmolem, where you can enjoy excellent cuisine in our restaurant.

Practical information for visitors

• Transportation: From our hotel Pod Kyčmolem, you can reach the start of the nature trail by car in just over an hour. The route leads through Ostravice, where you turn towards Staré Hamry.
• Parking: You can park at the Charbulák hotel in Gruni, where the marked route begins.
• Accessibility: The trail is accessible all year round and admission is free. We recommend suitable footwear and plenty of fluids for the journey.

Other tips and recommendations

• Other places to visit: After visiting the trail, we recommend visiting the Vodní nádrž Šance, where you can walk around a picturesque dam lake surrounded by forests, or climb the Lysá hora peak (1,323 m above sea level), the highest mountain in the Beskydy Mountains, from where you will have a breathtaking view of the entire region.

• Combination with other activities: After returning from the trip, you can relax in the wellness center of our hotel or enjoy an evening walk in the surroundings.

Discover the beauties of the Beskydy Mountains and take advantage of the unique offer of services of our wellness hotel Pod Kyčmolem for perfect relaxation and experiences in the heart of nature.