Prkenný Dul: Skiing, cross-country skiing and St. Anne’s Chapel

Prkenný Dul offers several specific starting points for planning a stay: winter sports, routes, time at Rybník Prkenný Důl, as well as architecture and local history. When looking for a hotel, you can first consider which of these activities you want to shape your stay. Whether it’s downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, a picnic by Rybník or a look at the area’s architectural history, these different themes offer various reasons to plan a trip.

Skiing at Arrakis and Family SkiPark Bret

The Arrakis ski area lies at the easternmost edge of the Krkonoše Mountains, 1 km below the town of Žacléř. Its slopes cover all difficulty levels and are artificially snowed and groomed. For your planning, both the stated range of slopes and snowmaking and grooming are specific points to consider.

At Family SkiPark Bret, the runs are suitable for beginners and moderately advanced skiers. Evening skiing and snowboarding are also available there. The facilities also include a children’s winter park with a magic carpet and snow tubing. The two ski areas therefore differ in their described slope profiles; Bret also offers several additional activities. As ski area facilities may change, check the latest information before your visit.

Cycling route, cross-country skiing and time at Rybník

KRNAP cycling route 26D runs from Prkenný Důl via the U Černého mostu junction and Černomostecká cesta to Rýchorský kříž. The sequence of named points provides specific guidance for the cycling trip. Check the latest route information before setting off, as route listings are subject to changes by the park administration.

From the upper station of the ski slope, cross-country skiers can continue along the Krkonošská lyžařská cesta ridge trail towards Pomezní boudy and Sněžka. The starting point and the two directions are important details for planning this trip. Check winter trail conditions before setting off.

At Rybník Prkenný Důl, visitors can use a rowboat, two rope swings and a barefoot trail. The fire pit with firewood and an outdoor table are suitable for family picnics. Swimming is also possible; water conditions and local guidance may vary. Check local conditions before swimming. As visitor facilities may change, it is advisable to check the latest information before your visit.

St. Anne’s Chapel and local history

The Sněžný potok in Prkenný Důl once powered wood-processing sawmills, several mills and a paper factory. The area’s water history is also a history of production: the stream served as a power source for businesses in various sectors.

St. Anne’s Chapel in Prkenný Důl is a Late Baroque, single-storey square building of the bell-tower type. Its roof combines a mansard roof and a bell-shaped roof; the edges are bevelled. The chapel was built in 1843 and has been protected as a cultural monument since 1958. Its architectural form and date give a visit a specific cultural and historical focus alongside outdoor activities.

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