The rock formations are remnants of a granite massif shaped by frost weathering during the Pleistocene epoch.
The group consists of three distinct main rock towers, from which the name 'Three Little Pigs' is derived.
The site sits directly on the state border between the Czech Republic and Poland.
It is a popular point of interest along the main Karkonosze ridge trail, known as the 'Cesta česko-polského přátelství'.
The granite here belongs to the Karkonosze-Izera massif, which covers a significant portion of the Sudetes mountains.
Svinské kameny, also known as the Three Little Pigs (Trzy Świnki), is a distinct geological formation located on the border between the Czech Republic and Poland. The site consists of a series of granite rock towers rising prominently from the landscape within the Karkonosze mountain range. These rock clusters are positioned along a popular ridgeline trail that connects the Vosecká bouda area with the Szrenica mountain. The formation is a result of long-term periglacial weathering of the granite bedrock. Due to their location at an altitude of approximately 1,290 meters, the rocks offer expansive views of both the Karkonosze National Park and the surrounding Bohemian valleys. The name originates from local folklore comparing the boulders to three piglets huddled together. The area is part of a protected ecosystem that restricts movement to marked hiking paths only.
The eastern side of the formation offers the clearest contrast between the rock towers and the valley below.
Weather at this altitude can shift rapidly; always carry a windproof and waterproof layer.
Wear high-traction hiking boots, as the terrain around the granite clusters is uneven and rocky.
Bring binoculars for clear views of the valley floor, which are often obscured from lower altitudes.
Do not attempt this hike during high wind warnings or thick fog, as the exposed ridge is difficult to navigate in low visibility.
Trails may be inaccessible in winter due to heavy snowfall and dangerous ice conditions; verify current path status at the local mountain service (Horská služba) office.
Stay strictly on the marked path as the surrounding alpine vegetation is protected; climbing on the rocks is prohibited.
