Zelezna Ruda

Železná Ruda has served as an iron-mining centre in the Šumava mountains since the 16th century. Set in the valley of the Řezná River near the German border, it is a key base for exploring the wooded uplands of Šumava National Park. Černé jezero and Čertovo jezero, two nearby glacial lakes, lie beneath forested slopes; Černé jezero is Czechia’s largest natural lake. Mining gave the town its name, meaning “iron ore”, while its rail link later connected this borderland with Bavaria. Winter brings skiers to its slopes and cross-country routes, and warmer months suit hiking and cycling. Browse additional webcams from the Šumava region to extend your view of this Czech–German borderland.

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