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The Mountain Base rental shop at parking lot P1 is about 600 meters from Apartments Ilona and offers e-bikes, mountain bikes and scooters. An e-bike will take you to the ridges of the Western Krkonoše and into the Jizera Mountains — you'll see lookout towers, mountain settlements, waterfalls and panoramas that would mean serious hard work on a regular bike.
28. 9. 2026 · Apartmány Ilona
E-bikes will help you conquer even the most challenging hills in the Krkonoše and Jizera Mountains. While on a regular bike the steep climbs to lookout towers or mountain lodges would really test you, on an e-bike you'll enjoy the ride up and the breathtaking views without exhaustion.
The Western Krkonoše around Rokytnice offer a dense network of cycling trails that run mainly on paved forest roads and asphalt lanes. But the terrain is mountainous — expect elevation gains of several hundred meters on a single trip. That's why an e-bike is a great choice for families with older children, couples or groups where not everyone is an endurance cyclist.
During the summer months, the rental shop offers mountain e-bikes, scooters and rope park programs. The Scott brand e-bikes have powerful Bosch motors, so even with a fully loaded backpack or after a longer stretch in the saddle, you still have the power for the next hill.
The Mountain Base rental shop is located in Rokytnice nad Jizerou in Horní Rokytnice at parking lot P1, directly below the Horní Domky cable car station. From Apartments Ilona, you can walk there in ten minutes (about 600 meters).
In July and August, the rental shop is open daily from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 17:00, and in September on weekends in good weather. It's good to reserve e-bikes in advance by phone or email, especially during summer holidays and weekends.
At the rental shop, they'll advise you on route selection based on your fitness and experience. The bikes are equipped with bottle holders, locks and basic tools for possible repairs. For your trip, bring water, snacks, a raincoat and a well-charged phone with a map app — signal in the mountains sometimes weakens.
On the border of the Krkonoše and Jizera Mountains above the village of Příchovice, on Hvězda hill at an elevation of 958 m above sea level, stands the stone neo-Gothic Štěpánka lookout tower from 1847. It's one of the most beautiful trips from Rokytnice — round trip you'll ride about 22 kilometers.
From Horní Rokytnice, you ride towards Kořenov, then turn off to Příchovice. The paid parking lot is located at the Hvězda chalet, and from the parking lot to the lookout tower it's only 350 meters. But you can leave your bikes at the chalet and walk to the lookout tower on foot — the surroundings are picturesque and worth a short walk.
The lookout tower is the oldest in the Jizera Mountains and from the viewing platform you'll see a panorama of the Western Krkonoše, Jizera Mountains, the Desná valley and in the distance also the Souš reservoir. The route is mostly on asphalt or a well-rideable forest road, so even less experienced cyclists can manage it.
And when you're in Příchovice, we recommend visiting Lesopark Na Sluneční (children will be delighted) and the Jára Cimrman lookout tower, you can play minigolf or discgolf, and definitely visit Cafe Veranda — it offers excellent homemade lemonades, coffee and desserts.
The Jizerka settlement is one of the most important centers in the Jizera Mountains. It lies at an elevation of over 800 meters, surrounded by peat bogs and spruce forests — the atmosphere here is truly mountain. From Rokytnice you can get here on various routes, most often via Harrachov or via Kořenov and Příchovice. The total distance is about 35-40 kilometers round trip, depending on the chosen variant.
An easy 7 km long path on cycle route 22 will bring you to the junction below Bukovec, from where you descend to the Jizerka settlement. Around the settlement, wooden walkways stretch across the peat bogs — a short walk on them is worth it, especially when the sun is shining and the air smells of needles.
Jizerka has a guesthouse and refreshments, so you can take a lunch break here before the return journey. The trip here is a full day, count on six to eight hours in the saddle including stops. The e-bike will save you strength mainly on long climbs along the Jizera Trail.
A beautiful and comfortable cycling route from Harrachov will take you to Mumlavský waterfall, which placed second in the "Seven Wonders of Krkonoše" competition, ideal for families with children. From Rokytnice to Harrachov you ride on the main road or on cycle route 1A via Dvořačky — about 12 kilometers in total.
From Harrachov to the waterfall and back is about 5 km in total, the route leads on a paved road along the Mumlava. The route runs on a road with a paved surface, so you can ride really comfortably right to the vicinity of the waterfalls. You leave your bikes at the Mumlavská bouda tourist chalet and walk to the waterfall on foot via stairs.
The entire trip from Rokytnice to Mumlavský waterfall and back is about 35 kilometers. In Harrachov you can stop for lunch — the town has several restaurants, a microbrewery and cafes. Almost the entire return journey to Rokytnice is downhill, so it's fast and pleasant.
The largest waterfall in the Polish Krkonoše is located above the mountain resort Szklarska Poręba on the Kamieńczyk stream. Water falls in three cascades from a height of 27 meters — it's an impressive sight, especially in spring or after rain.
From Rokytnice via Harrachov and the border crossing to Szklarska Poręba you'll ride about 23 kilometers one way. The route leads mainly on the road, occasionally on a cycle path, so it's more suitable for experienced cyclists.
From the center of Szklarska Poręba to Kamieńczyk waterfall takes 45 minutes to an hour on foot, by bike you'll get there faster.
Entry to the Kamieńczyk gorge (descent to the foot of the waterfall) is charged (entrance fee to the gorge and to Krkonoše National Park is paid at the ticket office directly at the waterfall). The descent to the waterfall leads on metal stairs and bridges — it's an experience, but you must expect a small queue at peak times. There's a mountain chalet with refreshments at the waterfall. The entire trip is more demanding, count on more than 50 kilometers in the saddle.
After a full day trip on an e-bike, you'll appreciate being able to return to Apartments Ilona and relax in the garden with a pool or on the covered terrace. We have a room ready for safe bike storage — simply park your bikes and relax.
In the apartments you have a fully equipped kitchen — in the evening you can cook yourself, or have something at one of Rokytnice's restaurants. Meanwhile, children can jump on the trampoline or play at the children's playhouse.
E-bikes open up opportunities to explore the Krkonoše and Jizera Mountains without having to be a professional cyclist. In one holiday week you can manage the Štěpánka lookout tower, a trip to the Jizera Mountains, Mumlavský waterfall and shorter rides around Rokytnice. And in the evening you have peace, comfort and a place where you can really relax.
How far is the Mountain Base rental shop from Apartments Ilona?
The Mountain Base rental shop at parking lot P1 is about 600 meters from the apartments — you can walk there in about ten minutes towards the Horní Domky cable car.
What distance can I manage on an e-bike in a day?
On an e-bike in mountain terrain you can comfortably ride 30-50 kilometers per day including stops. Štěpánka lookout tower is about 27 km round trip, Mumlavský waterfall via Harrachov about 22-25 km, Jizerka around 40 km. For less trained riders, shorter routes around Rokytnice are ideal.
Can we safely store bikes with you?
Yes, we have a room prepared for safe bike storage. You don't have to leave them outside or figure out where to put them overnight.
Are e-bikes suitable for families with older children?
Yes, e-bikes are great for families — even less trained children from about 12 years old can manage hills with electric assistance. At the Mountain Base rental shop they have e-bikes of various sizes and will advise you on selection.
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