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Tri-Border: Where Czechia, Austria, and Germany Meet
Trojmezná hora: Where Three Nations Meet
Hike to the summit of Trojmezná hora in Šumava National Park for stunning views and a unique tri-border experience.
Trojmezná hora (1362m), also known as Bayerischer Plöckenstein, is a significant peak in the Šumava Mountains, marking the meeting point of the borders of Czechia, Germany and Austria. This unique location offers stunning views and a chance to explore the wilderness of the Bohemian Forest.
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Nová Pec-Volary, 384 51, CZ
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Getting There
Walking
From Nová Pec, a popular access point, follow the marked hiking trails towards Plechý mountain. From Plechý, continue west along the ridge trail. The route to Trojmezná hora is well-signed. The hike from Nová Pec to Trojmezná hora is approximately 12 km. Be prepared for a full day of hiking.
Public Transport
Take a train to Nová Pec. From Volary, you can take a train to Nová Pec. Alternatively, buses also run between Volary and Nová Pec. From the Nová Pec train or bus station, follow the walking directions to Trojmezná hora.
Driving
You can drive to the vicinity of Trojmezná hora and park in Haidmühle or Frauenberg. Note that a road leads close to the summit of Třístoličník (Dreisesselberg) on the German side, where parking is available. From there, it's a 2.7 km hike to Trojmezná hora, first on asphalt and then on a forest trail.
Local tips
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Wear sturdy hiking shoes, as the trails can be steep and uneven.
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Bring a camera to capture the stunning scenery and wildlife.
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Check the weather forecast before you go, as the weather in the mountains can change quickly.
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Trojmezná hora, or 'Three-Border Mountain,' is a prominent peak in the Šumava Mountains, straddling the border between Czechia and Germany. While the peak itself lies on the Czech-German border, the actual tripoint where Czechia, Germany, and Austria converge (called Trojmezí) is located approximately 900 meters east of Trojmezná hora. This area is part of the Šumava National Park, a protected area known for its well-preserved mountain spruce forests and unique biodiversity.
The mountain's slopes, reaching elevations between 935 and 1378 meters, are covered by a forest that has been developing naturally with minimal human intervention. Some of the spruce trees here are estimated to be between 300 and 400 years old. The area is home to diverse species, including the three-toed woodpecker. The summit offers panoramic views, and on clear days, it is said that you can see as far as the Alps.
While the mountain has suffered from forest calamities in the past, including the effects of wind, frost, acid rain and bark beetles, the area is recovering with new growth. Today, Trojmezná hora stands as a symbol of the cooperation between the three nations that share this unique natural space.
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