Háje Nad Jizerou: Holiday apartments and holiday homes

Culture

In Bystrá nad Jizerou stands the “bysterský dřevěný most”, a wooden suspension bridge built in 1922 and a cultural monument. The bridge is considered the only still-existing and functional bridge of its kind in Europe.

The local history also includes the first fire station, built in 1907, which houses an exhibition on the history of the local volunteer fire brigade. Memorial ceremonies are held annually at the war memorial. Numerous typical 19th-century foothill houses are still inhabited, while others serve as holiday accommodation.

The cultural programme of Bystrá nad Jizerou includes balls, a children’s carnival, Children’s Day, theatre performances and the burning of the witches. The local events programme also includes football competitions, firefighting sports competitions and other sporting competitions.

Landscape

The hills and slopes around Bystrá nad Jizerou offer views of the ridges of the Giant Mountains as well as Ještěd, Kozákov and Strážník. Strážník is a mountain in the vicinity of Bystrá nad Jizerou. The hill of Strážník lies near the village and is known for its occurrence of star quartz; its area is a national natural monument.

Tábor, Přední Žalý and Zadní Žalý are mountains in the vicinity of Bystrá nad Jizerou. In the wider surrounding region are the Spalona Strażnica ruins as well as the churches of Valdštejn and Lázně.

Activities

A green-marked hiking trail runs through Bystrá nad Jizerou, leading from Semily via Jilemnice to Vrchlabí. Cycle route No. 4174 connects the Bohemian Paradise with the Giant Mountains.

Ranch Bystra offers riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders. The ranch includes a 20-hectare fenced property with a circular riding trail through the forest as well as pastures with livestock.

Other places

Another directly associated place is Dolní Sytová.

For the higher-level travel overview: Okres Semily.

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