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Via ferrata on the Shepherd's Wall

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Děčín boasts the only via ferrata in Bohemia, which is located in the city centre. Up to 16 secured paths of varying difficulty can be used to climb from the Elbe Embankment to the top of the wall to the lookout restaurant. Throughout the hour-long climb you will be fascinated by the unforgettable views of the river, the castle and the city. You can enjoy the views from places where only experienced climbers used to go, with the whole family.

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Hněvice - Litomerice

On the 30 km long route between Štětí and Litoměřice, cyclists can choose between sections on trails and roads with the option of both banks of the Elbe in the vicinity of Roudnice. The route is lined with historical gems such as Roudnice Castle, the fortress Terezín or the nearby Říp Mountain with the St. George Rotunda.

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Litomerice - Ústí nad Labem

This 25 km long route leads almost exclusively on cycle paths through the unique Porta Bohemica valley and offers a visit to the Žernosky wine-growing region or Střekov Castle. Directly in Litoměřice you will find the Kalich lookout, St. Stephen's Cathedral or the castle's exhibition on winemaking.

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Ústí nad Labem - Decin

Between Ústí nad Labem and Děčín, you will ride 25 km along the cycle path past the Velké Březno Castle, the Zubrnice open-air museum and the Vrabinec Castle. The road in Ústí is lined with the Větruše Castle and the local zoo.