Morcinov: Hiking the Golden Trail

Morcinov is a destination for travelers who want to include hiking trails and regional nature attractions in their plans. The Golden Trail, which passes through the town, is part of a network of trails in Bohemian Paradise. This network was established starting in the late 1930s by linking existing paths and marking them consistently. For planning your trip, it is worth taking a closer look at the different routes: some pass through Morcinov, while others start in the surrounding towns or extend farther across the region.

Hiking Trails and Routes

The Košov–Kozlov–Morcínov–Source of the Cidlina loop is 8 km long. Another route option is the 26.5 km section of the Golden Trail of Bohemian Paradise from Kozákov via Morcínov and Košov to Jičín. These two figures help distinguish the route’s length and form: one is a loop, while the other is a section between named places. When planning your hiking days, you can first decide whether a shorter loop or a longer route section better suits your trip.

The trip to Tábor can also be understood by following its route. From Lomnice nad Popelkou, it first follows green markings to Popelka and then red markings through Morcinov and Košov to Vrch Tábor. From the observation tower, red markings lead back to Lomnice nad Popelkou. This describes both the route to Tábor and the return journey without assuming a route length.

Geology and Protected Nature

Ředice u Morcinova is registered as a site of geological interest and forms part of the Bohemian Paradise National Geopark. The site lies southwest of Lomnice nad Popelkou. Its geological features include weathered amygdaloidal andesite, chalcedony, bluish agate, quartz druses, and analcime. So alongside its hiking trails, the area offers a distinct geological focus to consider when planning a themed trip.

Another nature attraction is associated with the Kozlov Castle ruins, which form part of the Cidlinský hřeben Natural Monument. The protected area encompasses a forest complex from Peklovsi to Paseky. Its described features include significant herbaceous undergrowth and the largest population of wood ants in the Podkrkonoší region. The ruins and information about the protected area add another nature-related element to your trip plans; the stated protected-area designation applies specifically to the Kozlov Castle ruins.

Viewpoints and Walks

Smetanova vyhlídka lies between Rváčov and Morcinov. In the wider region, a walk across the Ředice Plateau leads to views over northern Bohemia, including Bohemian Paradise, the Jizera Mountains, and the Krkonoše Mountains. This viewpoint is a separate regional highlight alongside the trails that pass through Morcinov.

For a shorter outing, an approximately one-hour walk starts in Košov. From there, a trail marked in yellow, blue, and green climbs uphill; the Morcinov holiday settlement lies in a small valley below. You can allow about an hour for this walk. Check trail conditions locally before setting out. The approximate duration, trail markings, and location of Morcinov below the ascending trail provide different points of reference for planning your day.

Morcinov for Your Trip Planning

If you are looking for hotels in Morcinov, your choice of route can be a useful starting point for planning. The Golden Trail passes through the town, and other described hikes include Košov and Tábor. Consider whether you would like to focus on a loop, a longer route section, or a walk of about an hour.

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See the overview of the wider region: Semily District.