Early Departure, Big Plans
The day started before sunrise. At 7:30 AM, my friends Calixte, Louis and I boarded a train from Pilsen to Špičák, a small mountain town near the Czech-German border. The train ride took about 1 hour and 30 minutes, giving us time to prepare mentally (and caffeinate a little, not a beer...) before the challenge ahead.
Entering the Wild
Arriving at Špičák station, we were greeted by fresh mountain air and clear skies — the perfect conditions for what would become a tough but amazing hike. The trail was marked as hard and covered over 20 kilometers through forests, across rocky paths, and over steep climbs.
We weren’t alone on the trail. Throughout the hike, we met other international students — hikers from Germany, Spain, and even a few locals who offered us directions and smiles. The forest was peaceful, and the landscape looked like a postcard.
A Lunch to Remember
After several hours of uphill walking, sweat, and breaks to admire the view, we reached the summit — marked by a large wooden cross. From up there, the views were breathtaking. Mountains, valleys, and tiny villages could be seen in every direction.
We sat on the rocks, unpacked our sandwiches and snacks, and just enjoyed the feeling of being on top of the world. It felt like more than a meal — it was a celebration of effort, friendship, and the beauty of the Czech landscape.
Capturing the Moment
Throughout the hike, we filmed the experience and turned it into a vlog.
You can watch it here
It shows the highlights of the journey, from the climb to the summit, and the laughs we shared along the way.
A Quiet Finish
After descending, we found a quiet spot to rest — legs over a cliff, staring out at the horizon. We barely talked. The silence said everything. Tired, but deeply satisfied, we knew we had created a memory for life.
Back to Pilsen
At 18:00, we caught the return train from Špičák, tired but happy. The ride back took another 1 hour and 30 minutes, and we spent most of it looking at the pictures and laughing about the small moments that made the day special.
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