A special area lies between three medieval castles – Ralsko, Bezděz and Děvín. The former military area has been turned into a unique green island with a rich geological heritage, offering exceptional scenery and untouched nature. Geopark Ralsko is situated in the tourist area Máchův kraj.
ALL GEOSITES IN THE RALSKO GEOPARK
Hradčany
The picturesque village of Hradčany in the middle of deep forests with a pond is still a popular resort today.
Rockfalls below Malá Buková
Huge sandstone boulders scattered in a pine forest. Fossil sites.
Držník Pond
The largest pond in the Hradčany pond system has a memorable pine tree on the dam for almost a century.
HRADČANY Airport
The former field airport is one of Central Europe’s unique and popular film locations.
Velká Buková
The volcanic peak overgrown with old beeches shines with colors especially in autumn.
Psí kostel
Dog Church or Hus Churches… one of the largest sandstone caves in Ralsko.
Vranovské skály
A smaller sandstone rock town with interesting formations in the form of rock windows and mushrooms.
Břehyňská průrva (ravine)
The remains of a mill drive carved in the rock is a technical monument.
Náhlov
The former school hosts the Museum of Emigration to Brazil, the Museum of the Upper Villages and a café.
Strážov
One of the extinct villages of Ralsko, where the Rečkovská Forest Railway once led.
Jabloneček
Today, one of the defunct villages of Ralsko is the venue for land art festivals.
Malá Buková
A distinctive peak of volcanic origin, where light sandstone and dark basalt meet effectively.