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Tisá in the Czech Republic - filming location for Narnia

Tisá in the Czech Republic is an area of stunning rock formations, Tiské stěny, in the north of the country. Scenes from 'The Chronicles of Narnia' were filmed here, and it's not hard to see why. This is truly a fairytale landscape!

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Tisá in the Czech Republic

Tisá and Tiské stěny in the Czech Republic are well worth a visit. The dramatic rock formations are densely packed and can be reached almost immediately after passing the entrance.

Tisá is located in the Boheman Switzerland nature reserve, in the northern part of the Czech Republic, about 10 kilometres northwest of the capital city of Prague.

Tea and filming for Narnia!

'The Chronicles of Narnia' consists of seven books by author C.S. Lewis, three of which have been made into films:

  • The witch and the lion (2005)
  • Prince Caspian (2008)
  • King Caspian and the ship Dawn (2010)

If you've seen the films, you may remember a scene in the first film where Lucy is led through a snowy landscape to Mr Tumnus' house. That scene was shot here, at Tiské stěny in Tisá. Even more scenes from Narnia are filmed elsewhere in Bohemian Switzerland, including at the sandstone arch Pravčická brána.

Narnia

Car journey from Kemp Děčín

We made the trip to Tisá and Tiské stěny as an excursion from the Kemp Děčín campsite. We left the campervan at the campsite and got a lift by car. On the way, the campsite picked up two scooters (non-electric scooters), which we would then use to get back. Another option is of course to take your own car or campervan all the way to Tisá.

Walking around Tiské stěny in Tisá

If we understand it correctly, there are two entrances, and we entered right at the inn (Turistická chata Tisá). From here it was only a short walk before all the rock formations started to appear. Normally you pay a small fee when you enter (a few euros per person), but when we were here the cash register was closed for some reason.

Tiské stěny i Tisá i Tjeckien

There are signs indicating different lengths of hikes. The campsite advised us to first walk "up the hill" away, then turn round and walk "down the valley" back, so this is what we did.

Peter från FREEDOMtravel

We found the hike to be relatively easy. There are indeed steep stairs here and there, but in several cases it is to get "extra views", which means that you can skip some of the stairs if you wish. Mostly we walked on more or less flat ground, without too much inclination. Note, however, that there are steep drops here and there, sometimes without railings.

Vandring

Hiking in Tisá - at altitude

We started by hiking away, up the hill. Here you can see the dramatic formations rising everywhere, while at the same time you have a clear view of the landscape. fantastic views of the area below, with nature and buildings.

There was a bit of a breeze at the top, which was nice in the heat.

Tiské stěny i Tisá i Tjeckien

What a feeling of freedom up here! We were also here on a Monday, so it wasn't very crowded.

Tiské stěny i Tisá i Tjeckien

The rock formations are fabulous to say the least, with high narrow peaks, steep cliffs and narrow passages.

Hiking in Tisá - in the valley

After walking "on the hill" we turned around and walked back down the valley. This way you get to see the rock formations from below, and can look up at them.

Of course we wanted to take a selfie in this amazing place! We had no tripod or selfie stick with us, so the rocks served as "mobile phone holders", while we set the camera to "10 seconds".

We have seen many amazing mountain areas in the Czech Republic, but this was one of the favourites, along with Adršpach Rockswhich we visited in 2017.

Tiské stěny i Tisá i Tjeckien

When you walk down the valley, you can pretty much walk straight ahead, on level ground, but all the stairs and caves invite you to explore ...

In some of the formations, you think you see old men or animals ...

Stenformation som ser ut som en gubbe

So, what do you say? Although we show many photos, this is only a small fraction of all the photos we took. A magical place!

We highly recommend a hike here! Remember good shoes, water to drink and maybe some snacks!

Trappa bland klipporna

Scooter back to the campsite

We would have liked to have lunch at the inn, but unfortunately it was closed when we were here. Luckily we had some chocolate with us, so we had energy for the return journey!

Värdshus

In the Czech Republic love they have their scooters (scooters), which are very common for excursions and activities. We're not quite as fond of this vehicle, but when it's downhill it's relatively easy.

Scooter / sparkcykel

From Tiské stěny to Kemp Děčín it was indeed very downhill. However, we felt that the tour took its toll. Sometimes it was really steep, and then you have to brake and concentrate. At the end there was also an uphill climb.

Above all, it was quite a long scooter ride, about 18 kilometres or more. All in all, however, it was an absolutely fantastic excursion, which ended with a late and delicious lunch in Děčín.

Peter på scooter / sparkcykel

Film from Tisa in the Czech Republic

More things to see and do near Tisá

Bohemian Switzerland is a fantastic natural area in the Czech Republic. Besides Tisá, we can recommend a nice hike in Bohemian Switzerland, as well as the sandstone arch Pravčická brána. From the Czech Republic, you can also take a trip to the German side, where the nature area is called Saxon Switzerland.

All our top tips for the Czech Republic. Click on the image!

Have you visited Tisá in the Czech Republic?

Have you visited Tisá in the Czech Republic, or any other place in Bohemian Switzerland? Do you like these kinds of hikes and excursions?

Facts about Tisá in the Czech Republic

  • Municipality: Okres Ústí nad Labem
  • County: Ústí nad Labem
  • Region: Bohemia (Bohemia)
  • Country: Czech Republic
  • Location: Northern Czech Republic, about 10 miles north-west of Prague.

Services and practical information

  • Price: A small fee (a few euros/person) is paid to walk in the area.
  • Food service: There are inns that are usually open during the summer season.
  • Toilet: Toilet in the inn, but no other toilets.
  • Level of difficulty: The rock formations are almost directly accessible and the walk can be relatively easy. You can avoid some stairs, or walk a short distance and then turn round. Note that there are cliffs without handrails in some places.

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