Frequently asked questions

Are you interested in reserving tickets to the Adršpach Rocks? Or are you unsure whether you can bring a pram on the hiking trails? Here you will find all the answers to our frequently asked questions.

Is there a currency exchange office in Adršpach?

Before visiting the Adršpach Rocks, we recommend exchanging foreign currency for Czech crowns. It is not possible to pay with foreign currency on-site. Payment by card is also possible at the entrance to the rocks. However, please note that tickets for boat trips can only be paid for in cash in Czech crowns.

During the summer months, there is a currency exchange office available before entering the Adršpach Rocks, near the refreshment stands.

How to plan a trip to Adrspach?

  • BY CAR - If you are planning to travel by car, it is necessary to take into account the current traffic situation and have sufficient time before arrival. We regularly update traffic information on our website and social media. Due to limited parking capacity, we also recommend purchasing a parking space online. The parking ticket is valid for the whole day (from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm). Parking is free for holders of a ZTP or ZTP / P card. In this case, there is no need to book a parking space online. MAP
  • BY TRAIN - We recommend taking the train. The Adršpach train stop is located right in front of the entrance to the rock town. Train connections can be found on IDOS.
  • BY BUS - Try the bus. The bus stop is located about 250 m from the entrance to the rock town. Bus connections can be found on IDOS.
  • BY BIKE - Bike paths lead directly to the Adršpach rock town. You can store your bikes in the bike shed right at the entrance to the rocks. The sightseeing circuit is for pedestrians only.

What should I do if I enter the wrong email when buying tickets online?

Call our information centre +420 491 586 012 or email us at info@adrspasskeskaly.cz. We will correct your email and send you online tickets to the correct email address.

What to do if you enter the wrong license plate number?

If you enter the wrong license plate number during the booking process or arrive in Adršpach with a different car than you originally planned, there is no need to worry. In such a case, the parking gate will not open automatically. However, have your parking QR code ready, which you can simply scan, and the gate will open for you.

Is it necessary to buy an online ticket when entering the rocks from Teplice nad Metují?

  • Tickets to Teplice Rocks can be purchased both on site and online and the number of tickets is not limited. For more information about online purchase of tickets to Teplice Rocks, click HERE.
  • Entry from Teplice is not linked to our booking system and therefore entry to both rock towns is charged separately. When passing through both rock towns via the Wolf Gorge (yellow route), you only need one ticket. The ticket expires when leaving the rocks. 

Is it possible to have a wedding ceremony in the Adršpach Rocks?

Yes, it is possible for a fee of CZK 3,000, which you pay at the information centre at the entrance to the rocks.

  • If you would like to have your wedding ceremony with us, please email us at info@adrspasskeskaly.cz and we will arrange the details.
  • We do not provide a wedding officiant or any organization of the wedding ceremony - these matters must be arranged separately.
  • It is not possible to install a ceremony gate or use live or recorded music in the rock area.
  • Please respect the movement of other visitors during the wedding. Hiking trails must remain passable. Entry off the designated trails is strictly prohibited.
  • We encourage you to consider the specifics of this location. Especially during the main tourist season, an increased number of visitors must be expected, so absolute privacy cannot be guaranteed.
  • If you want to have a wedding photography session without a ceremony on the rock circuit, you do not need to write to us in advance. Just pay the fee of 3,000 CZK on the spot at the information centre.

What is the length of the hiking trails?

  • The hiking trail through the rock city is 3.5 km long and is marked with a green sign. You should allocate about 2.5 hours to complete it.
  • The route around the sand quarry (blue trail) is 1.5 km long.
  • The yellow trail (Vlčí rokle) leading to the Teplice rocks is 3,5 km long.
  • The circuit around the Teplice rocks is marked with a blue sign and is 6 km long.

Is the Adršpach Rocks circuit physically demanding?

From the entrance to the rocks to the Small Waterfall (1,3 km), the circuit is flat and quite easy. At the turn to Nová partie, narrow steep stairs lead to the views of Milence, Velké Panorama, Starosta and Starostova or Cukrovarský Komín. There are about 850 stairs on Nová partie. This part of the circuit is slightly more challenging. There are about 1,700 steps on the entire circuit of the Rock City, including the ascent to the Great Waterfall and the pond.

How much does admission cost for severely disabled individuals and severely disabled individuals with the need of constant assistance?

  • Admission is free for severely disabled persons aged 3 to 15.
  • Admission is free for severely disabled persons with the need of constant assistance.
  • Accompanying severely disabled persons with constant assistance needs is free.
  • Parking is free for vehicles with a parking permit for transporting persons with disabilities. In this case, there is no need to book a parking space online.

Is it possible to book a boat trip on the Rock Lake?

  • Tickets for the Rock Lake Boat Cruise can only be purchased on site and cannot be booked in advance
  • The price list for the cruise can be found HERE
  • Tickets can only be paid in Czech crowns in cash
  • Boats sail only in the summer season
  • The cruise lasts about 20 minutes

Is it possible to book a guided tour of the rocks?

Guided tours are available from April to October and are offered in Czech, English, and German languages. It is necessary to reserve a guide in advance through the reservation form for schools and groups. Alternatively, you can inquire on-site whether a guide is currently available.

The guided tour lasts approximately one hour. It starts at the entrance gate to the rocks and continues along the green trail to the Little Waterfall (1.3 km). The price for the service is 400 CZK. For school tours the price is 200 CZK.

Is there any refreshments on the circuit?

  • There are no refreshments on the entire circuit of the Adršpach-Teplice Rocks.
  • There are fast food stands in front of the entrance to the rocks in the summer season.
  • Our recommendations for restaurants in Adršpach and its surroundings can be found HERE.
  • At the information center at the entrance to the rock city, there is a vending machine for food and a coffee vending machine available year-round.

Is there an ATM near the rocks?

Yes, Česká spořitelna ATM is located in the information center right at the entrance to the rocks. Moneta ATM is located in the building of the Skalní město Hotel opposite the central parking lot.

Can I bring my dog with me to the rocks?

Entry to Adršpach Rocks is allowed for your four-legged friends as well. The entrance fee for a dog is 50 CZK, and it must be kept on a leash throughout the entire area. Dogs are not allowed on the boats.

Is it possible to go to the area with a bike?

It is forbidden to enter the area by bicycle (also forbidden to ride bicycles side by side). Bicycles can be left in the bike shed at the entrance to the rocks. If you do not have a bike lock, you can rent one for a refundable deposit of 150 CZK at our information centre.

Is the tour route suitable for strollers?

The route is wheelchair accessible only from the entrance to the rock city to the Small Waterfall (approximately 1.2 km). To return to the entrance, you'll need to follow the same path. A large part of the route includes narrow, steep stairs that are not accessible with a stroller. We recommend bringing a baby carrier with you. At the entrance to the rocks, we will be happy to advise you on the best way to go on the map.

What is prohibited in the Adršpach Rocks National Nature Reserve and what can the guardian of the rocks issue a fine for?

No swimming in the sandpit or on the boating pond! No smoking in the whole area! No drunk persons allowed! No walking off the marked trails! No carving or painting in the rocks! No flying drones! No dogs off leash! No camping in the area! No open fires!

The guardian of the rocks has the status of an official person and can issue a fine if you violate Act 114/1992 Coll. on Nature and Landscape Protection.

What are the advantages of the booking system?

The reservation system should spread the traffic throughout the day, thus facilitating the traffic during the busiest hours (between 10 am and 2 pm). This makes visitors enjoy the trip much more and has a positive impact on local nature. The booking system also facilitates transport.

Is the ticket valid for the whole day?

You buy your ticket online for a given hour, e.g. 8:00, and you can enter the rocks during the hourly interval 8:00 - 9:00. Once you enter the tour, you are not limited by time and can exit the rocks at any time. Once you exit the rocks, your ticket will no longer be valid.

Can I cancel my ticket online?

Tickets can be cancelled at least 7 days in advance. A voucher with a discount code for the value of your order will be sent to your email. You can then choose another date according to your preferences and use the discount code instead of payment. The voucher is valid for 6 months.

If you have purchased both a ticket and a parking pass, the discount code reflects this status and it is not possible to use the discount amount to purchase tickets only. Therefore, only parking tickets can be purchased for parking.

The system will also automatically cancel tickets in case of emergencies. For example, if there is an unexpected closure of the car park or tour circuit. If such a situation affects you and you have purchased an online ticket, you will receive a notification message by email. You will also be notified of the emergency on the website. If such a situation occurs, a voucher for the value of your order will be emailed to you. You will then be able to book another date for your visit. 

Is there a ticket check on the tour circuit?

Yes, there are ticket checks on the route of the Adršpach Rocks tour. You must have your ticket with you.

Is it possible to buy a ticket on the spot?

Tickets can still be bought at the entrance to the Adršpach Rocks. In this case, however, there is a long waiting in line. It may also happen that the number of tickets for a given hour or even day is already sold out. Visitors will have to wait several hours or arrive the next day.

Where can I find a mailbox in Adršpach?

The mailbox is located at the entrance to the rock city on the TS Adršpach building. A second mailbox is available in Horní Adršpach at the Czech Post office building.

How should I proceed when I want to fly / take pictures with a drone in the rocks?

Flying drones is prohibited here. Drone movements in the air strongly disturb certain rare bird species. Falcons, in particular, are sensitive to intruders flying above their nests in the spring. Such disturbances can lead to the abandonment of eggs, predation of chicks, or injuries to parents trying to drive away the intruder. Unnatural sounds from unmanned devices significantly reduce the comfort of visitors in protected areas or even their safety.

If you want to fly drones in a specially protected area, you must apply for an exception. How to proceed?

  1. Apply for Authorization for operation in the "specific" category from the Civil Aviation Authority.
  2. Apply for an exception from the Broumovsko CHKO Administration.
  3. Send the approved applications to the email address zatloukal@adrspasskeskaly.cz and wait for confirmation of the exception from the circuit operator.

Keep all documents with you on the day of drone operation and present them to the guardian upon request.

You can find detailed rules for drone operation in our country and a sample application here.