For a cycling trip connected with Hory, you can choose between two routes with very different profiles: a completely flat route along Lipno Reservoir and an 18 km circular route with a ferry ride on the return journey. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Hory, you can plan around a specific preference: is the surface important, or should the excursion be defined by a circular route with a stated total distance?

Cycling route along Lipno Reservoir

The cycling route from the beach in Horní Planá runs via Hory and Bělá along Lipno Reservoir and connects to an existing path as far as Nová Pec. Its surface is completely flat, and the route is suitable for families with children. If you are looking for a flat surface or a family-friendly route, this is the route to consider. The connection to Nová Pec is also relevant if you would like to include a named continuation in your route planning.

The surface and suitability for families are features of this cycling route. The connection as far as Nová Pec addresses a different planning question: whether continuing along an existing path suits your excursion. This lets you choose the route based on its own features, without confusing it with the circular route.

Circular route with a ferry on the return journey

The other option is an 18 km circular route from Horní Planá via Pernek-Hory, Bělá, Nová Pec and Bližší Lhota. The return journey to Horní Planá is by ferry. A route description updated in August 2026 gives this itinerary. The places listed and the stated total distance provide a clear framework for planning your day trip.

The ferry is part of the described return journey. If you are planning this route, check the ferry timetable before setting out and include the crossing in your plans. This is a practical difference from the route via Hory, where the flat surface and continuation as far as Nová Pec are the main features.

Choosing a route and planning your journey

Both routes mention Bělá and Nová Pec, but they address different needs: for the route via Hory, the surface, family suitability and connection are relevant; for the circular route, the 18 km distance and ferry on the return journey are the main considerations. When looking for a holiday apartment in Hory, this distinction can help you first decide which type of route you would like to take during your stay.

For rail travel, the Pernek-Hory station requires separate consideration. České dráhy services are not available there, and trains operated by this company do not stop there. If you are travelling with České dráhy, check the station’s current status before your trip and plan your connection accordingly. The station is therefore a separate part of your travel planning, regardless of which of the two cycling routes you choose.

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