Jezerní Slať: A Window into Šumava's Peat Bogs

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Explore Jezerní Slať, a unique peat bog in Šumava National Park, offering stunning views, rare plant life, and a glimpse into a fragile ecosystem.

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Jezerní Slať, nestled in the Šumava National Park, is an expansive peat bog offering visitors a glimpse into a unique and fragile ecosystem. A wooden boardwalk trail leads through the bog, providing access to stunning views and information about the area's unique flora and fauna.

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Monday 12 am-12 am
Tuesday 12 am-12 am
Wednesday 12 am-12 am
Thursday 12 am-12 am
Friday 12 am-12 am
Saturday 12 am-12 am
Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

Wear appropriate footwear, as the trail can be damp and muddy, especially after rain.
Bring layers, as the temperature in the bog can be significantly colder than in the surrounding areas.
Visit during the shoulder seasons (spring or fall) for fewer crowds and pleasant weather.
Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Kvilda deer park for a chance to see local wildlife.

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Getting There

Car

From Kvilda, drive southwest on the road towards Horská Kvilda. The journey is approximately 3 kilometers and well-signposted. Look for the designated parking area on the left side of the road. Parking fees apply, payable via mobile app or card. From the parking lot, it's a short, well-maintained 200-meter walk to the bog entrance.
Public Transport

Take a bus from Prachatice to Kvilda. From Kvilda, you can walk (3km) or take a local bus towards Horská Kvilda. Alight near Jezerní Slať. Check local bus schedules in advance as services may be infrequent. From the bus stop, follow the signs to the parking area and the bog entrance.
Walking

From Kvilda, follow the cycle path north towards Horská Kvilda for approximately 3 km. The path is well-marked. Alternatively, from Horská Kvilda, walk south towards Kvilda for approximately 2.5 km. The Jezerní Slať parking area will be on your right. From the parking area, a short 200-meter walk leads to the bog entrance.

Discover more about Jezerní slať

Jezerní Slať, also known as Kvildská Slať, is a remarkable raised bog situated on the Šumava plateau between the villages of Kvilda and Horská Kvilda. This unique environment, part of the Šumava National Park's first zone, showcases a distinctive landscape shaped by high rainfall and low temperatures. The bog's formation is a result of the area's impermeable bedrock and significant precipitation, leading to the accumulation of peat over centuries. The average depth of the peat layer is around 2.5 meters, with the thickest part reaching 7.6 meters. Visitors can observe various peat bog plants, such as dwarf pines, stunted birches, and dwarf spruces. The area is also home to diverse invertebrate species like spiders, dragonflies and butterflies, as well as vertebrates such as the common viper and viviparous lizard. A wooden boardwalk trail, approximately 350 meters long, provides access to the heart of the bog, leading from a small parking area near the Kvilda – Horská Kvilda road. A 7-meter high observation tower offers panoramic views of the peat bog and the surrounding forested landscape, including the peak of Sokol. Jezerní Slať is known as one of the coldest places in the Czech Republic, with recorded temperatures dropping below freezing even in summer. The lowest recorded temperature was -41.6°C in 1987.