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Edmund’s Gorge

Hřensko, Czechia

Nature

A narrow gorge of the Kamenice river where boatmen pole flat boats between sheer sandstone walls. Since it reopened after the 2022 fire, visits are guided, in small groups with daily limits, entered from Hřensko; check the season before you go.

Nearest town
Hřensko, Czechia
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
50.8765, 14.2700

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Czechia: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • U FerdinandaCampsite
    7 km from Edmund’s Gorge · 20 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
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  • ThorwaldblickCampsite
    8 km from Edmund’s Gorge
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • Kleine BergoaseCampsite
    8 km from Edmund’s Gorge
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  • Ostrauer MühleCampsite
    8 km from Edmund’s Gorge · 100 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
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  • Autokemp Česká bránaCampsite
    10 km from Edmund’s Gorge
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  • Camping EndlerCampsite
    12 km from Edmund’s Gorge
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All campsites in Czechia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Edmund’s Gorge?

Edmund’s Gorge is in Hřensko, Czechia, at GPS 50.8765, 14.2700. It is about 10 km from Bad Schandau.

Can you camp near Edmund’s Gorge?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Kemp Mezní Louka, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 57 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Edmund’s Gorge?

Edmund’s Gorge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bohemian Switzerland: sandstone arches and river gorges.

What is there to see near Edmund’s Gorge?

Places worth a stop nearby: Pravčická brána (1 km), Königstein Fortress (16 km), Basteibrücke (17 km) and Tisá Rocks (20 km).

When is the best time to visit Edmund’s Gorge?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)