Čerťák Mountain
Historic ski jump hill in Liberec Region
A major ski-jumping complex in Harrachov, Liberec Region, known for its steel towers and international competitions; visitors attend events or hike the surrounding slopes in summer.
Čerťák at a Glance#
Address: Čerťák (Harrachov ski jump), Harrachov, Liberec Region, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.harrachov.cz/
About Čerťák#
Čerťák is a ski-jumping and ski-flying complex located in Harrachov in the Liberec Region of the Czech Republic. It is one of the country’s principal jumping venues and is recognised internationally for its large hill.
The facility comprises multiple ski jumps of differing sizes used for competition and training; the large hill has been used for World Cup events and larger international contests. Spectator terraces and support buildings serve events held during winter seasons.
The original jumping facilities at Harrachov developed in the 20th century and have been expanded and renovated over time to meet international competition standards. The site remains an active centre for ski jumping and related winter sports.
Čerťák stands in the mountain town of Harrachov near the Czech-Polish border, within the mountain landscape of the Krkonoše (Giant Mountains). It is accessible from regional roads and is a focal point for winter tourism in the area.
- Sporting significance: A ski-jumping complex that includes larger and smaller jumps used for international competitions and training, and has hosted World Cup events and ski-flying competitions.
How to Get to Čerťák#
Čerťák is in Harrachov, North Bohemia. Drive via the D10/E65 and regional roads from Liberec (about 50-70 minutes). Trains run to Harrachov from Liberec and Szklarska Poręba (Poland); the hill is a short walk from the town center.
Tips for Visiting Čerťák#
- If visiting the ski jump in winter, stand near the base to hear the compression of snow and the distant crack of ice - the acoustics are sharp.
- Check local calendars for jumping competitions; seeing the hill in use contextualizes its size and community value.
- Combine with a walk through Harrachov's glassworks and mountain trails for a full day in the Jizera range.
Best Time to Visit Čerťák#
Winter for competitions and atmosphere; summer for accessible viewing and hiking.
Weather & Climate near Čerťák#
Čerťák's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (697 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -13° | 40 mm | overcast | 93% | 8.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -6° - -1° | -11° | 37 mm | overcast | 91% | 8.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -7° | 41 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | -1° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 6.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 6° | 68 mm | overcast | 76% | 5.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 87 mm | overcast | 75% | 5.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| July | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 5.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 5.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Good | 6° - 14° | 7° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 6.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 1° | 46 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 3° | -6° | 47 mm | overcast | 91% | 8.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | -5° - -1° | -11° | 50 mm | overcast | 93% | 8.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
