Jizera Mountains Nature Gems
The Jizera Mountains Protected Landscape Area, established in 1967, is characterized by its massive granite formations, high-altitude peat bogs, and ancient beech forests, which are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This collection features the region's most significant natural landmarks, from the 30-meter-high Velký Štolpich waterfall to the dramatic granite battlements of Frýdlantské cimbuří. The list also includes several centuries-old memorial trees and the unique rocky cascades found along the Jedlová and Černý streams.
A Rocking stone
Rocking stones are large stones that are so finely balanced that the application of just a small force causes them to rock.
B CHKO Jizerské hory
Established in 1967, this protected area covers 350 square kilometers of granite massifs, peat bogs, and UNESCO-listed beech forests.
Vodopád Velkého Štolpichu
A 30-meter-high waterfall located in a deep granite gorge within the Jizerskohorské bučiny National Nature Reserve.
D Vodopád Černého potoka
A 7-meter-high waterfall cascading over a massive granite step in the wild valley of the Černý brook.
Bukový vdp.
A small waterfall on the Jedlová stream, part of a series of cascades in the Jedlový důl nature reserve.
Plotnový vdp.
A cascade on the Jedlová stream known for its smooth, plate-like granite rock formations.
Dlouhý vdp.
One of the longest cascades on the Jedlová stream, located near the town of Josefův Důl.
Hrncový vdp.
A waterfall on the Jedlová stream named for the pothole-like erosion features, or 'pots,' in the rocky streambed.
Vodopád Bílé Smědé
A mountain waterfall on the Bílá Smědá stream located near the Smědava mountain hut.
Hrazený vodopád
A small waterfall on the Malý Štolpich stream within the steep rocky slopes above Hejnice.
Vodopád Skok
A vertical drop waterfall on the Velký Štolpich stream, accessible via the historic Štolpišská road.
Dvojitý vodopád
A double-stream waterfall located on the Malý Štolpich stream in the northern part of the mountains.
Trzecia kaskada naCzarnym Potoku
The third waterfall in a series of cascades on the Czarny Potok stream near the Polish town of Czerniawa-Zdrój.
Druga kaskada na Czarnym Potoku
The second cascade on the Czarny Potok stream, located on the northern Polish slopes of the Jizera Mountains.
Vodopády Jeleního potoka
A series of small cascades and rocky steps on the Jelení stream near Lučany nad Nisou.
Sluneční buk
A memorial European beech tree growing on the slopes of Pekelský vrch, estimated to be over 200 years old.
Buk Na Kopečku
A protected memorial beech tree in Raspenava, valued for its significant age and massive crown.
Dub letní v Luhu
A memorial pedunculate oak tree in the Luh district of Raspenava, protected since 1994.
Čapkův dub pod Chlumem
A memorial oak tree standing near the foot of Chlum hill in Raspenava, named after the Čapek family.
Kočičí kameny
A granite rock formation near Lázně Libverda featuring a lookout point accessible via stone steps.
U Frýdlantské cimbuří
A dramatic group of granite rocks resembling castle battlements, offering views of the Smědá river valley.
Frýdlantské Cimbuří
A significant granite rock formation and lookout point located within the Jizerskohorské bučiny National Nature Reserve.
Černá stěna
A steep granite rock wall in the Jizera Mountains, frequently used for technical rock climbing.
Kohoutí hřeben
A narrow granite ridge and rock formation located near the village of Bílý Potok.
Houba
A distinct granite rock formation shaped like a mushroom, located near the mountain settlement of Jizerka.
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