About this tour
When Lily from our team did this tour, we headed into Adršpach-Teplice Rocks, a national nature reserve straddling the Polish-Czech border. It's a striking sandstone landscape—towering formations, narrow passages, and genuinely odd geology that felt otherworldly before we even clocked the Narnia connection. The reserve has a quieter, more rugged feel than typical tourist draws; you're walking through actual wilderness rather than a manicured site. The tour runs 7–8 hours and leans physical, threading you through the rock formations and pointing out where crews shot The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. It's a neat angle if you're into film locations, but the rocks themselves are the real drawcard.
Highlights
- Towering sandstone formations create genuinely disorienting, maze-like passages
- Actual Narnia filming locations woven into the walk—not just a theme-park overlay
- Border crossing between Poland and Czech Republic feels like part of the adventure
- Quieter, less crowded reserve compared to typical tourist rock sites
- Narrow gaps and scrambles add physical variety to the day
- Rock formations shift colour and texture depending on light and angle
- Entrance ticket included; no hidden park fees on the day
What to expect
Expect a solid day of walking and moderate climbing through tight rock passages. Lily found the pace steady but relentless—you're covering ground to hit the key filming spots, not lingering long at any one vista. The landscape is genuinely strange: high sandstone walls funnel you through slots barely wide enough for two people, then suddenly open into wider valleys. Weather matters here; we went in decent conditions, but rain or fog would change the vibe entirely (and make footing dodgy).
The Narnia angle is subtle. Your guide will point out where specific scenes were shot, but it's not a full immersion experience—the rocks don't have plaques or themed setups. If you're mad keen on the film, you'll enjoy the spots; if you're just there for the landscape, the rocks speak for themselves. One heads-up: lunch isn't included, so bring snacks or plan a stop in a nearby village. The border crossing is straightforward if you've got your passport.
Good to know
The reserve is genuinely stunning and feels remote despite being accessible. Narnia fans will get a real kick out of spotting actual locations. It's far less crowded than equivalent rock formations elsewhere in Europe. The entrance fee is bundled in, so no surprises there.
This isn't for couch potatoes—you need moderate fitness and decent cardiovascular health. Lots of climbing, uneven footing, and some scrambling. Not pram-friendly despite infant seats being available. Peak summer will draw crowds. Weather can shift fast and make paths slippery. Bring sturdy walking shoes, water, snacks, and a light rain jacket. Allow 7–8 hours block out in your schedule. Public transport nearby is handy if you're not driving. You'll definitely need your passport for the border.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.