Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic

EDEN Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic

Dear travellers, visitors and lovers of the Czech Republic,

In your hands you hold the catalogue EDEN – Guide to Destinations in the Czech Republic, listing destinations that have enjoyed success in the European Commission competition of the same name.

The EDEN – European Destinations of Excellence – project endeavours to draw attention to interesting and high-quality destinations, with a view to supporting sustainable tourism in European Union states.

Every year the competition focuses on a different theme. The destinations presented in this catalogue have competed for the opportunity to use the European Destination of Excellence mark in the following categories: • Tourism and Protected Areas – won by Bohemian Switzerland • Aquatic Tourism – won by Bystřicko • Tourism and Regeneration of Physical Sites – won by Moravian Slovakia • Accessible Tourism – won by Lipno

I am glad that CzechTourism has been able to play a role in the organisation of the EDEN competition in the Czech Republic.

On the pages of this brochure you can become acquainted with four winning destinations and nine that were finalists in the 2009–2013 period. Each presents interesting aspects of its region, providing travel agencies with inspiration in the preparation of individual and group packages, while offering leisure time tips to others. As these are genuinely unique and in many cases undiscovered spots, I am sure that this catalogue will whet your interest in visiting them.

Rostislav Vondruška Director General of CzechTourism

1 Kralicko Content

Bohemian Switzerland 6–9 Žatec 10–11 Křivoklátsko 12–13 Polabí 14–15 Posázaví 16–17 Lipno 18–21 Krkonoše 22–23 The Orlické Mountains and Podorlicko 24–25 Králický Sněžník 26–27 Bystřicko 28–31 Kahan Microregion 32–33 Těšín Silesia 34–35 Moravian Slovakia 36–39

3 Map of the Czech Republic

Germany České Švýcarsko 6–9 Liberec Ústí nad Labem Ústí nad Labem

Chomutov

Ohře Karlovy Vary Žatecko 10–11

Labe Kladno

Polabí 14–15 Křivoklátsko 12–13

Beroun PRAHA Kolín Posázaví 16–17 Plzeň Berounka Sázava

Sázava Bystřice nad Pernštejnem

Bečva Germany

Vltava

Jihlava

České Budějovice

Nové Mlýny Morava

Český Krumlov Dyje Lipno

Lipno nad Vltavou 18–21

4 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Poland

Liberec Krkonoše 22–23

Trutnov

Ohře

Hradec Králové Labe

Polabí 14–15 Pardubice Orlické hory, Podorlicko a Králický Sněžník 24–27 Šumperk Posázaví 16–17 Berounka Sázava Ostrava

Těšínské Slezsko 34–35 Sázava Bystřice nad Pernštejnem Bystřicko 28–31 Olomouc

Bečva

Jihlava

Vltava

Jihlava BRNO Zlín Mikroregion Kahan 32–33 Slovácko 36–39

Uherské Hradiště Znojmo Nové Mlýny Morava

Dyje Lipno Slovakia

Austria 0 10 20 30 40 50 km

5 Bohemian Switzerland

Pravčice Gate a title that places it among the Forests as far as the eye 20 most important regions in European tourism. Please can see, deep ravines and accept our invitation and get to know a landscape rich in passes, clear streams and rocky gorges, lookout points and traditional log and stone the monumental towers of houses. sandstone towns. This is the Bohemian-Saxon Switzerland – A rediscovered wilderness, wonderful world that awaits or this is a must-see. The UK publishing house you in a landscape filled Bounty Books has included Bohemian Switzerland among with mystery – Bohemian 500 wilderness spots that are worth visiting. In the Wild Switzerland. Places edition of its popular “Must-Visit 501” guidebook Bohemian Switzerland, along experienced. Alongside the series, it has ranked it along- with the neighbouring Saxon traditional hiking, the region side Yosemite National Park Switzerland, is the perfect also offers cycle tourism, in the USA, the Galapagos place to rest and recharge horse-riding, golf and boat Islands in South America and one’s batteries. The natural trips on the Elbe. Since 2009, Slovakia’s Pieniny and Malá beauty of a landscape blessed Bohemian Switzerland has Fatra national parks. with romantic nooks, folk been a European Destination architecture and glorious of Excellence for the Czech lookout spots is crying Republic in the Tourism and out to be discovered and Protected Areas category,

Dolský Mill

View from Mary’s Lookout to Suchý vrch

7 Accommodation tips Aparthotel Lípa: Krásná Lípa www.lipa-resort.cz Capacity 90 beds Hotel Praha: Hřensko www.hotel-hrensko.cz Capacity 78 beds Hotel Zámeček: Rynartice – Jetřichovice www.hotel-zamecek.cz Capacity 45 beds Itinerary

Two-day TOP circuit Two-day programme

Sail through Bohemian Krásná Lípa – The Gateway Switzerland to Bohemian Switzerland Děčín–Hřensko–Kamenice Krásná Lípa–House of Bohe- Gorges–Pravčická brána mian Switzerland–Kögler Nature Trail Day 1: Arrival in Děčín, tour of Děčín’s chateau and Day 1: Arrival in Krásná quays, departure by car or Lípa, accommodation at the boat to Hřensko, accom- modern Aparthotel Lípa- modation at Hotel Praha. -resort complex, tour of the Day 2: Kamenice Gorges – interactive exhibition on the drive to springs in Edmund national park at the House of Fairy Cave Gorge, then travel on foot to Bohemian Switzerland, visit Mezní Louka and later along to the local brewery Křinický Gabriela’s Path through the pivovar. rocks to Europe’s largest Day 2: Kögler Nature Trail sandstone arch: Pravčická – circuit of the Bohemian brána. Return to Hřensko. Switzerland National Park Price: 1600 CZK / 58 EUR including Kyjov Valley and (Price includes accom- the lookout tower at Vlčí hora. modation, boat trips and Circuit options: 5–20 km. admission to Pravčická Begins and ends on the brána, steamboat ride and square in Krásná Lípa. admission to chateau) Price: 1200 CZK / 45 EUR (Price includes accommodation, exhibition admission)

Gabriela’s Path

8 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Kyjov Valley Upper Lusatian house in Kamenická stráň

Special tip

Two-day programme Pravčice Gate

Tisá Walls and Sněžník One of the best known mor- phological formations among Ostrov–Tisá–Sněžník–Děčín Bohemian rock towns, this national nature landmark Day 1: Arrival in Ostrov, lies 3 km from Hřensko. Its accommodation at Hotel dimensions (height of vault Ostrov. Tour of the Tisá Walls 16m, span almost 27 m, rock town, 4 km circuit from breadth of arch 7–8 m) make the village of Tisá, evening of it the largest stone arch in relaxation at hotel with the Europe. option of making use of well- www.pbrana.cz ness services. Sunshine on the Pravčice Gate Day 2: Departure for village of Sněžník, climb via red and green hiking trails to Děčínský Sněžník (Dresden lookout point and observation tower) – the highest mesa in Bohemian Switzerland, lunch at Zlatá lípa restaurant in Děčín’s Jalůvčí district and visit to the Pastýřská Wall with a view of the Elbe canyon and the town; visit to Děčín Zoo also possible. Boat trip at Hřensko Price: 1500 CZK / 55 EUR (Price includes accommoda- Dining tips tion, including option of using Hotel Ostrov: Tisá wellness services, admission www.hotelostrov.com to observation tower, lunch, Restaurant Na Stodolci: zoo admission) Chřibská www.nastodolci.cz Restaurant Starý klub: Useful website Česká Kamenice www.ceskesvycarsko.cz www.staryklub.cz House of Bohemian Switzerland Information Centre Křinické nám. 1161/10 Krásná Lípa [email protected] +420 412 383 413 www.ceskesvycarsko.cz

9 Žatec

The recorded history of Žatec Itinerary dates back a millennium Weekend stay and is dominated by the first To the Mecca of class hops that are cultivated all beer lovers locally. It is also a candidate Arrival on Friday evening or Saturday morning. for inclusion on a UNESCO Hotel accommodation. Day 1: Morning: Tour of list of historical landmarks. the centre of the royal town of Žatec, including a visit to the Town Hall tower. Guided The Temple of Hops and Beer, The complex boasts: tours of the town are avai- which is located in the Žatec ▪ A lookout tower called lable in several languages. hop-growing region technical the Hop Lighthouse Lunch at one of a number of historical landmark zone, is ▪ A labyrinth of hop sacks town-centre restaurants. a fun, educational complex ▪ A fully-functioning Hop After Lunch: Tour of the that introduces visitors to Astronomical Clock Temple of Hops and Beer local hop-growing and beer ▪ The world’s largest complex, stop to watch traditions. Žatec is rightly Hops Museum unique Hop Astronomical dubbed the “Mecca of all hop- ▪ The U Orloje microbrewery Clock striking, visit to the -pickers and beer-makers” and non-smoking restaurant nearby Monastery Gardens. and everybody who respects ▪ The Monastery Gardens Afternoon: Visit to the well- the taste of good beer ought to situated 200 metres away ness centre at Hotel Zlatý Lev, visit it at least once. Only then ▪ The Renaissance buil- followed by a ceremonial eve- will they genuinely understand ding Galerie Sladovna, ning at the U Orloje restau- what beer is all about. As the which houses an infor- rant, including tasting of beer Czechs say, if you haven’t been, mation centre from the local microbrewery. it’s as if you haven’t lived… Day 2: Morning: Tour of The Temple of Hops and Beer Important notice! the Hops Museum, the biggest complex, which occupies a sig- THE TEMPLE OF HOPS of its kind in the world. nificant part of the royal town AND BEER is not your Lunch at U Orloje restaurant. of Žatec, is intended for visitors average tourist destination. Afternoon: Chance to of all ages and nationalities. Perceptive visitors can visit the nearby Galerie genuinely achieve an under- Sladovna. In the past malt Hop Lighthouse standing of the essence of the was produced here; today phenomenon of Czech beer the Renaissance building is – that is, the reason the beer home to a small gallery. Accommodation tips continues to taste so great. After experiencing the iti- Hotel Zlatý Lev: nerary outlined, visitors will www.zlaty-lev.cz understand why some beers Capacity 60 beds really do taste as good as they Hotel U Hada: do. The information centre in www.zatec-hotel.cz the town can also recommend Capacity 44 beds other tourist destinations in the town and its surroundings.

10 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic A town where beer is at home

Temple of Hops and Beer – brewing house

Special tip

One-day trip Tour of Temple of Hops and Beer and ascent of Hop The Temple of Hops Lighthouse. and Beer The 45 m Hop Lighthouse Morning: Arrival in offers a unique view of the Žatec, tour of The Temple entire landscape of the Žatec of Hops and Beer – Hop district. On entering the Lighthouse and lookout, former hop store building, labyrinth and stop to watch visitors can learn, in popular the Hop Astronomical Clock form, about the procedures striking (approx. 60 min., of storing hops and trading 100 CZK / 4 EUR). in them. The town of Žatec Lunch and tasting of beer was formerly the centre of Temple of Hops and Beer brewed at the U Orloje the world’s hops business. microbrewery. After lunch Visitors will acquire an visit to the nearby Monastery understanding of the basic Gardens. principles employed in the Afternoon: Tour of the adja- production of tasty beer. cent Hops Museum (approx. www.chchp.cz 60 min., 60 CZK / 2.5 EUR). Either individual or guided tours of the nearby centre of the royal town of Žatec can be organised. To book tours and for more information visit: www.chchp.cz.

Hop Astronomical Clock Useful websites www.beertemple.cz Dining tips www.dolnipoohri.eu Restaurant U Orloje: www.branadocech.cz Žatec, www.beertemple.cz Restaurant Černý Orel: Galerie Sladovna Žatec, www.hotelzatec.cz (Malt House Gallery) Restaurant U Hada: Information Centre Žatec, www.zatec-hotel.cz Masarykova 356, Žatec +420 725 861 895 [email protected] www.chchp.cz

11 Křivoklátsko

The deep hunting forest of Itinerary

Czech princes and kings, Weekend stay home to the castles Křivoklát, (July – August) Krakovec, Týřov, Jenčov, In search of bread Točník and Žebrák and the and goat cheese Saturday: „To the Hamous River Berounka, a paradise Estate in Zbečno for the aroma of fresh bread“. A visit to this of canoeists and lovers of spot will introduce you to the fine art of bread-making. First campfire music. That is you will help to knead the dough before heating up the Křivoklátsko. oven, sweeping it out and pla- cing round loaves inside. The medieval Křivoklát Castle You will be intoxicated by the Thanks to its unspoiled Pavel museum in Luh pod aroma of freshly baked bread, nature, including the River Branovem, the Museum of never mind the taste! Accommodation tips Berounka, deep valleys, Motorcycles in Křivoklát, Sunday: „To trilobite para- Hotel Lions Nesuchyně: a mosaic of bare rocks, Nižbor Chateau and the dise“. Visitors to a goat farm in www.stredisko- scree and mysterious oppidum in Stradonice. Skyje can look forward to tas- -nesuchyne.cz forests, Křivoklátsko was Křivoklátsko is popular with ting wonderful goat’s cheeses, declared a UNESCO bio- filmmakers and stars such as kefirs and yoghurts. You can sphere reserve in 1977. It Angelina Jolie, Matt Damon then enjoy Nordic walking, 2 covers an area of 628 km . and Elijah Wood have shot with or without a guide, and The most popular desti- there. The makers of an travel on foot to Týřov Castle nations for trips are the adaptation of the medieval and the Skryje Lakes. castles Křivoklát, Točník legend of Tristan and Isolde and Žebrák, as well as Týřov, paid Křivoklátsko a big Approximate Price: the Hamous Estate and the compliment, saying that 500–1000 CZK / 20–40 EUR Skryje Lakes. The monu- they had searched the whole www.krivoklatsko.cz ment to Joachim Barrande of Europe but hadn’t come in Skryje is also worth visi- across such mysterious and ting, as are the small Ota romantic forests elsewhere.

Berounka

12 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Hiking

Berounka

Special tip

Three- to four-day stay Křivoklát

On the River Berounka Křivoklát is one of the most important and oldest of royal Chrást u Plzně–Roztoky castles in the Czech Repub- (–Račice) lic, dating back to the 12th century. The castle is open Evening: Arrival at Chrást, year-round and hosts various setting up camp at the arts events. bridge Dolanský most. www.krivoklat.cz Day 1: By canoe along the River Berounka, visiting the ruins of Libštejn Castle along the way. Encampment Velká Buková lookout tower at Liblín in the evening. Day 2: By canoe from Liblín, past the ruins of Kra- šov and through the Horní Berounka nature park to a campsite in Zvíkovec. Day 3: From Zvíkovec you enter Křivoklátsko, a UNESCO biosphere reserve and the most beautiful section of the River Berounka: Golden Eel Valley. Along the way you will see the romantic ruins of Týřov Castle, Krakovec Castle the Devil’s Rock, to which many legends are attached, Kouřimecká rybárna, the cult Dining tips pub U rozvědčíka and the Restaurant small Ota Pavel museum in Šalanda Rakovník: Branov. Camping at Višňov Rakovník in the evening. The river trip Useful websites www.restauracesalanda.cz can be extended by a day, www.krivoklatsko.cz continuing from Roztoky www.infocentrum- to Zbečno (Hamous Estate) -rakovnik.cz and concluding in Račice Křivoklát-Budy Information Approximate Price: and Education Centre 1000–1500 CZK per person Náměstí Svatopluka Čecha 82, Křivoklát +420 313 558 123 +420 313 558 101 [email protected] www.is-krivoklat.cz

13 Polabí

The Polabí lowlands are Itinerary a paradise for cyclists of all One-day trip standards and age categories. Their pine forests, the calm Mělník Arrival in Mělník. surface of the Elbe, fertile Tour of the ossuary at the Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, fields and meadows are which along with the ossuary in Kutna Hora is one of the a balm to the soul. biggest in the Czech Republic. Guided tour of the nearby Mělník Chateau, including The River Elbe has been by the King George and a tour of the wine cellars of attracting people to its banks Blanice cruise boats. The Jiří Lobkowicz and wine- since time immemorial. Král Jiří anchors at Podě- -tasting. The chateau’s terrace Poděbrady, Hotel Bellevue Wherever you access the brady’s Zámecké nábřeží and restaurant offer a unique river – at historical cities and dock. During high season view of the confluence of towns, picturesque villages or from May to September the Elbe and the Vltava Accommodation tips ancient castles and chateaux the boat offers dining faci- and Mělník’s vineyards. Hotel Bellevue Tlapák: – you meet the history of the lities; the rest of the year it The Regional Museum at the www.hotel-bellevue---tlapak- country. The Polabí Region is provides café services only. Capuchin Monastery maps podebrady.az-ubytovani.info linked to such names as King Two routes are available: the past and present lives of Capacity 98 beds George of Poděbrady, Prince a cruise from Poděbrady to the inhabitants of the Mělník Spa Hotel Felicitas: Wenceslas, Count Špork, the confluence of the Elbe district. It also focuses on www.spahotelfelicitas.cz the writer Bohumil Hrabal and the Cidlina and back, the history of the produc- Capacity 104 beds and the composer Bedřich and an orbital cruise in the tion of prams in Bohemia Smetana. Moravia isn’t the direction of Nymburk. and Czech wine-making. only wine-growing area; so The second cruise boat is Visit to part of the Mělník is Mělník, whose excellent the Blanice. It joins Hra- Underground; it includes wine is well worth tasting. bal’s Kersko village, the the broadest well in the The Elbe has been and will nearby Hradišťko and the Czech Republic, dating remain a transport route. Botanicus craft village and from the 14th century. Its waters are traversed herb garden in Ostrá. Concluding walk along the town ramparts.

Approximate Price: Ossuary 30 CZK, Lookout Tower 50 CZK, Chateau 110 CZK, wine cellar 40 CZK www.lobkowicz-melnik.cz Regional Museum 35 CZK www.muzeum-melnik.cz Mělník Underground 50 CZK Total: 315 CZK / 11,7 EUR The King George boat

14 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Polabí Mělník Regional Museum exposition: cellar, barrels

Weekend stay Special tip Spa atmosphere with a touch of history Botanicus in Ostrá nad Labem Poděbrady–Nymburk– Libice nad Cidlinou Ostrá is home to a picturesque historical village with an adja- Day 1 (Friday): Arrival in cent herb garden. It offers visi- Poděbrady before noon, acco- tors an insight into traditional mmodation. arts and crafts and the chance Day 2 (sobota): Stroll along to try some out for themselves. colonnade and tasting of It regularly hosts historical Poděbrady spa water. Break celebrations. at 1920s Charlotte café. The The Blanice cruise boat docks colonnade leads you to the on the riverbank. It carries square where the George of tourists to the nearby Kersko Evening on the banks of the Elbe Poděbrady monument and and Hradišťko before later Poděbrady Chateau are loca- taking them back to Ostrá. ted. Why not end the day at www.botanicus.cz a local spa wellness centres? Day 3 (Sunday): Beneath the chateau is the dock where the cruise boat Král Jiří is anchored. It will take you to Libice nad Cidlinou or Nym- burk. You can also reach the confluence by a small “train” or historical automobile. Libice boasts a Slavic fortified settlement once occupied by the Slavnik dynasty. Back in Poděbrady, visit the Miners’ Church or walk through the game preserve around the riding school to the local lake.

Confluence of the Elbe and the Vltava Approximate Price: Accommodation 2000 CZK / per person, incl. breakfast Dining tips 5000 CZK regeneration Useful websites Hotel Golfi: /spa stay www.polabi.com Poděbrady Board individual www.hotelgolfi.cz Král Jiří cruise boat 150 CZK Poděbrady Tourist King George monument Information Centre 20 CZK Jiřího náměstí 19 www.polabi.com Poděbrady Total: 315 CZK / 11,7 EUR +420 325 511 946 [email protected] www.polabi.com

15 Posázaví

Welcome to a region that takes its name from one of the most beautiful of Czech rivers – the Sázava. To a region full of natural beauty, places of historical interest and mysterious legends.

The Posázaví region promises dence of centuries of history. unforgettable adventures and You can wander a region filled lots of fun. Sit back in a boat with forests, meadows and and let yourself be carried pastures on foot, by bike, on away on the Golden River, as horseback, in a balloon, or on the Sázava was renamed many the legendary Posázava Pacific years ago by lovers of campfire steam train. Whether you singing. The river will take prefer monuments, partaking you to fierce rapids, magical of good food and drink with meanders, quiet nooks, craggy friends, sport or high-adrena- rocks and picturesque lookout lin activities, don’t hesitate to Sázava Monastery spots, revealing unique evi- visit Posázaví.

Itinerary

Weekend stay 3–4-day stay Český Šternberk Castle

Glass, monuments stay on the river: Sázava – and active relaxation Pikovice Saturday: Arrival at Český Day 1: Arrival in Sázava, of St. Havel and the Church of Day 3: From Týnec you sail Šternberk, castle tour, lunch tour of Glass Art Centre and Sts. Peter and Paul in Poříčí one of the Sázava’s prettiest at Parkhotel, boat trip along Sázava Monastery. Afternoon nad Sázavou and the ruins of stretches to Pikovice. On the river or by bike to Sázava. cruise to Čerčany, stopping off Zbořený Kostelec Castle. Visit way you will stop off for tours Overnight stay at Sázava to tour the ruins of the Zlenice to castle and museum of sto- of the Military Technical Island Relaxation and Holi- and Stará Dubá castles. neware in Týnec nad Sázavou. Museum in Lešany, a stone via- day Resort. A colony of greater mouse- duct in Žampach and former Sunday: Tour of Glass Art Approximate Price: -eared bats summers in the mines in Jílové. The progra- Centre and Sázava Monastery. 1000–1500 CZK per person castle tower. mme is demanding; consider Departure. per day extending your stay by a day. Approximate Price: Approximate Price: Day 2: From Čerčany by 1000–1500 CZK per person Approximate Price: 1500–2000 CZK / 60–80 EUR boat to Týnec nad Sázavou, per day 1000–1500 CZK per person www.posazavi.com stopping off to tour the Church per day

16 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Accommodation tips Sázava Island Relaxation and Holiday Resort: Sázava www.sazavskyostrov.cz Capacity 75 beds Pension Korálek: www.penzionkoralek.cz Boats on the Sázava Capacity 8 beds Special tip

Glass Art Centre, huť František, Sázava In an authentic atmosphere, visitors gain a rare insight into the ingenuity, inventi- veness and workmanship of glassmakers, including for instance, through a rare collection of pieces made by glass artists at the international symposium in Nový Bor. Artist masters of fragile beauty also offer a peek River Sázava Týnec nad Sázavou Castle behind the curtain of their craft by means of artistic resi- dencies, discussions, lectures and conferences. www.cestyskla.cz

Český Šternberk Castle Glass Art Centre, huť František, Sázava

Dining tips Sázava Island Relaxation and Holiday Resort: Sázava www.sazavskyostrov.cz Useful websites www.posazavi.com www.hradceskysternberk.cz www.klaster-sazava.cz

Sázava Information and Culture Centre Náměstí Voskovce a Wericha 280, Sázava +420 327 320 763 +420 604 272 199 [email protected] www.mestosazava.cz

17 Lipno

Lipno Treetop Walkway The season never ends at Lipno. Only here can simply everybody enjoy fun, high- adrenalin activities and relaxation throughout the whole year. Lipno is simply fun!

Lipno is the ideal place for Walkway. Lipno is simply your holiday. The season fun! And it’s just the same in never ends at Lipno! Thanks winter. The Skiareál Lipno to a broad range of free-time resort offers 10 km of slopes, activities, every member of three four-seat lifts, two areas the family will enjoy a stay for learners and plenty of fun here. Summer bathing, water for kids and adults. For lovers sports and cycle/inline paths of cross-country skiing there are a given. Loads of fun are maintained trails, while awaits at Active Park Lipno skating on the frozen surface and on the unique Treetop of Lipno Lake is also popular.

Boat cruise Lipno nad Vltavou

19 Accommodation tips An overview of accommodation facilities, by means of which the Lipno Information Centre can mediate accommodation services for you free of charge, can be found at http://www.lipno.info/ ubytovani/. Itinerary

One-day trip Week-long stay Week-long stay

A trip through the tree tops Lipno in the summer Lipno in the winter Treetop Walkway followed by Saturday: Arrival, accommo- Saturday: Arrival, accom- scooter ride (from the central dation, walk around Lipno nad modation, walk around Lipno park to the Treetop Walkway Vltavou. nad Vltavou. on foot, descent by scooter). Sunday: Motorboat trip Sunday: Skiing. around Lipno Lake. Monday: Skiing. Treetop Price per person: 329 CZK Monday: Rope park, Bobsle- Walkway. igh run. Tuesday: Skiing. Tuesday: Steamboat trip Wednesday: Bobsleigh run. Long weekend (3–4 days) around Lipno Dam. Evening Aquaworld. Hopsárium chil- tour of Lipno Treetop Wal- dren’s play centre. Active weekend at Lipno kway with a concert (only in Thursday: Skiing. Aqua- summer high season). world – swimming pool Day 1: Treetop Walkway Wednesday: Bicycle or + sauna. followed by scooter ride. inline skate trip around the Friday: Skiing. Indoor sports Aquaworld Lipno. Jezerní cycle and inline path at SportArena Lipno. Day 2: Bicycle or inline skate (by bike with the option of Saturday: Departure. trip around the Jezerní cycle going as far as Vítkův Hrádek, and inline path. or even Vyšší Brod). Price per person, incl. all- Boat trip around Lipno Dam. Thursday: Treetop Walkway -day rental of equipment: Day 3: Visit to rope park and followed by scooter ride. Aqua- 3580 CZK bobsleigh run. world Lipno. Friday: Bathing in the lake Price per person, incl. all- with the option of indoor By scooter from the Treetop Walkway -day rental of equipment: sports instead 1478 CZK Saturday: Departure.

Price per person, incl. all- Lipno ski resort The Jezerní cycle -day rental of equipment: and inline path 2460 CZK is the most comprehensive family ski resort in the Czech is one of the most beautiful Republic. It promises per- paths in the Czech Republic. fectly maintained, safe slopes It leads from Lipno nad Vlta- with artificial snow, a free vou to Přední Výtoň and from top-class equipped learners’ there along a road with only area with moving walkways, light traffic to Frýdava. It is free ski-bus, large free car possible to reach Frymburk park directly by the lifts, three by ferry and from there return four-seat lifts, ski cross runs to Lipno. The entire circuit and a snow-park, top-class measures 21 km. The Vlta- ski school, top-class ski rental vou–Frymburk section of the and free Wi-Fi. path is 8 km long and is lit in Bobsleigh run, Lipno nad Vltavou the evening hours.

20 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Lipno rope park

Aquaworld Lipno

Special tip

Lipno Treetop Walkway

Aquaworld Lipno The Czech Republic’s first tre- & Hopsarium Lipno etop walkway offers a unique combination of experiences. are great places to relax wha- Some 675 m in length, the tever the weather. You can path offers not only a unique take it easy in a whirlpool or lookout spot from a 40 m swim in the pool. Children tower but also plenty of can enjoy the slide and a pool adventure, making it the ideal with a current. The same daytrip destination for active building houses Hopsárium, visitors and families, as well where children in particular as seniors. Find out all about can have fun on slides, clim- the Treetop Walkway at Jezerní cycle and inline path bing frames and inflatable www. attractions. stezkakorunamistromu.cz

The Lipno Bobsleigh Run’s length (1 km) and variety (21 turns, 2 tunnels and terrain shifts) make it one of the best in the world. Children from 3 ride with their parents, while visitors from 8 to 100 sled themselves or in pairs.

Lipno Rope Park is ideal for relaxation or activities generating a slight adrenalin rush. It features dozens of types of rope paths and concludes with a “FLY pulley” Illuminated Treetop Walkway ride across the surface of the lake that is a real experience Useful websites for both kids and adults. Assi- www.lipno.info Dining tips stance from trained instruc- www.lipnoservis.cz Lipno nad Vltavou boasts tors is a given. www.stezkakorunamistromu.cz many restaurants serving www.lipnocard.cz both Czech and European cuisine. All such facilities Lipno Information Centre are within walking distance 382 78 Lipno nad Vltavou 87 and some offer wheelchair +420 380 736 053 access. +420 731 410 800 [email protected] www.lipno.info

21 Krkonoše

Krkonoše – unique on the outside, friendly on the inside. The highest and most visited range, they create an unparalleled sensation of being in genuinely high mountains and boast incredibly diverse nature.

The Krkonoše are an Arctic refreshment along the way. The route to Zlaté návrší island in the middle of Details of all TOP 10 paths and Europe, a kingdom of hardy other information about acce- plants and wildlife, distinctive ssible tourist destinations are people and traditions. A world available at www.krkonose.eu. shrouded in the magic of The Krkonoše boast excep- a powerful spirit of the moun- tional nature and only there tains: Krakonoše, a tough can one find both steep but fair mythical figure. corries and vast mountain The new “Accessible Krko- meadows. Their harsh beauty noše” project is focused and varied landscape enthral on improving access to the every visitor. In order to Krkonoše for visitors with preserve their beauty and reduced mobility. This pri- wealth, the Krkonoše were marily concerns those who declared a national park in are physically handicapped, 1963. Since 1992 they have specifically wheelchair been on the UNESCO list users, but also families with of biosphere reservations. prams or children, seniors The Accessible Krkonoše and others – simply put, project has highlighted everybody who likes the paths suitable for the han- Pančavský Waterfall mountains but requires easily dicapped. The Krkonoše negotiated paths and appre- can now be enjoyed by all. ciates the chance of a rest or http://gis.krnap.cz/map Accommodation tips Hotel Lázeňský dům Terra: Capacity 70 beds Hotel Omnia: Capacity 110 beds Apartmán Na Sluneční stráni: Capacity 12 beds www.janskelazne.cz

22 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Willow gentian

Mumlavský Waterfall

Itinerary Special tip

Long weekend One-day trip Sněžka (1603 m AMSL)

Weekend for From Horní Mísečky The highest mountain in the handicapped to the source of the Elbe the Czech Republic, it was at Janské Lázně formed by three glaciers. A relatively demanding route A new cable car (four-seater Day 1: Accommodation, tour with a steep incline, it can be cabin) will carry you from of Janské Lázně, colonnades. surmounted by bus or car. Pec pod Sněžkou all the way Day 2: Trip to Černá hora The route is suitable for to the peak. Not tailored to by cable car suitable for seniors or those who rely on wheelchair users but is sui- wheelchair users. Journey walking sticks. It is passable table for prams and those on gritted pathway to TV by pram and without particu- who use walking sticks. transmitter and Černá hora lar limitations by mechanical www.snezkalanovka.cz lookout spot. On the return and electric wheelchairs. Lookout tower at Hnědý vrch trip there is the option of the Staff at the Horní Mísečky use of a cable car or asphalt car park will permit those toboggan run, with a stop for with registered disabled cards refreshments at the Zinnecke- permission to access Vrbatá rovy boudy mountain chalet. bouda mountain chalet by Day 3: Trip to Pec pod Sněž- motor vehicle. The Elbe kou (by low-floor bus or car) begins its 1,154 km pilgrimage and by the new lower cable at Labská louka. Its source car stop on Mount Sněžka to has been modified for the the chapel in Obří důl. Ama- purposes of tourism and can zing view of glacial valley. be found at 1,386 m above sea Day 4: Afternoon trip from level. On the stone wall by Janské Lázně to the Hoffma- the spring 26 important cities nová bouda mountain chalet that the Elbe flows through where refreshments are avai- on its way to the North Sea lable. One of the TOP 10 rou- are marked in colour. tes. Afternoon departure. Wonderful views of Sněžné jámy, Violík, Kotel, Kozí hřbety, mounts Luční and Studniční, Sněžka. Refreshments at the Lab- ská bouda and Vrbatá bouda mountain chalets. Useful websites www.krkonose.eu www.krnap.cz www.svazek.krkonose.eu Sněžka RTIC Krkonoše Krkonošská 8 Dining tips 543 01 Vrchlabí Labská bouda: +420 499 405 744 www.labskabouda.cz [email protected] www.krkonose.eu

23 The Orlické Mountains and Podorlicko

Welcome to the Orlické Mountains and Podorlicko Region, which lies in the northeast of the Czech Republic by the border with Poland and near the cities of Hradec Králové and Pardubice.

Among the attractions in Suchý vrch – Kramář’s Cottage and lookout the Orlické Mountains and Itinerary Podorlicko Region are glorious countryside and a dense Military history buffs will be network of hiking and cyc- captivated by the rich local ling paths, whether those in display of WWII fortifica- mountainous terrain or newly tions. Over three days you built, asphalt trails in the will encounter many small foothills. You will encounter bunkers, fortified houses and places of pilgrimage and small artillery fortresses. There is churches, stylish chateaux no reason to fear bringing still occupied by the Czech friends or a partner that are aristocracy, military historical not especially interested in landmarks along the border fortifications on this trip. You and the original workshops will pass through wonderful of local craftsmen. In winter countryside by bicycle and the Orlické Mountains, which can enliven your trip by clim- boast three skiing resorts, bing a lookout tower, touring Deštné, Říčky and Buková a luggage-maker’s workshop hora, attract large numbers of or raising your adrenalin winter sports lovers. levels at a rope park. Říčky rope park

Large square with the White Accommodation tips Tower and Cathedral of the Holy Hotel Rokytenka: Spirit, Hradec Králové Rokytnice v Orlických horách, capacity 35 beds www.rokytenka.cz Kramář´s Cottage na Suchém vrchu: Orličky, capacity 38 beds www.suchak.cz

24 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic AQ Hanička R-S 76 03 Underground chamber at Hanička

Special tip

Three-day stay Hanička Fortress

Cycling in the Orlické Day 3: České Petrovice The Hanička Fortress is part of Mountains 40 km bike trip: Mladkov a system of fortifications built (radioactive source of the in Czechoslovakia in 1936– Olešnice v Orlických horách– Prince Rostislav), Na Růžku 1938. It is comprised of six Sedloňov–Bohdašín–Nový K-S 32 bunker, Lichkov, military structures linked by Hrádek – Rokytnice v Orlických Na Sedle K-S 25 bunker hundreds of metres of under- horách–Říčky v Orlických (part of which is a military ground corridors and halls. horách–Mezivrší–Hanička– museum), Bouda artillery for- The Ministry of the Interior České Petrovice–Mladkov– tification (the best preserved took possession of the fortress Lichkov – Bouda–Suchý structure of its kind in the in 1975 and Hanička began vrch–Těchonín–Vlčkovice Czech Republic), Suchý vrch being gradually transformed (33 m lookout tower, newly into a modern command cen- Day 1: Olešnice v Orlických renovated Kramář Lodge), tre and nuclear shelter horách, accommodation Těchonín, Vlčkovice and the www.hanicka.cz 20 km bike trip: N-S 47 bun- Na Rozhledně K-S 37 bunker. ker, codenamed “Jaroslav”, Departure. Skutina fortified house, Rokole pilgrimage site Price: (boasting miraculous healing 355–655 CZK / 12,5–23 EUR waters), Nový Hrádek – ruins Skutina: Tour booking by of the medieval Frymburk telephone only Castle and back to Olešnice Rope centre: Day 2: Rokytnice v Orlických 150–450 CZK depending on horách, accommodation course selected 30 km bike trip: Říčky v Orlic- Na Sedle K-S 25: Sýpka Museum kých horách – rope park, Open on occasion only Mezivrší – crossroads, Průsek bunker, Anenský vrch lookout Dining tips tower, Arnošt and Anna bun- Hotel Rokytenka: kers, Hanička fortified house, www.rokytenka.cz Nízká bunker. Museum of the Kramář´s Cottage Orlické Mountains – Sýpka Useful websites na Suchém vrchu: Rokytnice. www.mojeorlickehory.cz www.suchak.cz www.eaglemountains.cz

Municipal Information Centre, Rokytnice v Orlických horách Náměstí T. G. Masaryka 68 Rokytnice v Orlických horách +420 491 616 995 +420 736 752 200 [email protected] www.info.rokytnice.cz

25 Králický Sněžník

Discover the Králický Sněžník Region from underground to the heavens.

Succumb to the majestic months the whole area provi- Mount Králický Sněžník and des plenty of hiking and cyc- its rare preserved landscape. ling paths, while in the winter The local countryside offers its ski resorts offer high-qua- pure mountain air and both lity services. Get away from heavenly calm and active the everyday and enjoy extra- enjoyment. In the summer ordinary experiences here.

Itinerary Králický Sněžník

Week-long stay Weekend stay

Nature and lookout towers lookout tower. You can conti- Skiing and sport nue along the border ridge to Day 1: Visit the 32 m Suchý your final destination, the top Day 1: Arrival, accommo- vrch lookout tower and take part of Králický Sněžník. dation and an evening of in the beautiful view of the Day 4: Get to know the Par- wellness procedures at the surrounding area. Lunch at dubice Region’s largest place Dolní Morava Relax & Sport the Kramář Lodge mountain of pilgrimage: the church and complex. chalet will fortify you for the monastery of the Mountain Day 2: Tens of kilometres short trip to the mysterious of the Mother of God. That is of maintained cross-country corridors and halls of the followed by a gentle ascent to trails await you. Among the Museum of Czechoslovak the lookout tower at Křížová most popular are the Buková Fortifications at the Bouda hora, which affords a view of hora track along the peaks and Křížová hora lookout tower bunker. the Králický Sněžník massif. Suchý vrch, with a starting Day 2: Experience high-adre- Day 5: Indulge in some rest point at Červenovodské sedlo. nalin activities at the local and relaxation at Pastviny We also recommend forest Accommodation tips rope park, take a ride on the Dam. Enliven your day plea- circuits around the pilgrimage Pension Jiřinka: bobsleigh run and have fun on santly with an outing to the site at Králíky’s Mountain of Dolní Morava – Králíky the giant tandem swing. Enjoy Zemská brána stone bridge in the Mother of God, crossing Capacity 46 beds a calmer afternoon by taking Klášterec nad Orlicí. from Červená Voda to Dolní www.penzionjirinka.cz a chairlift up Slamník Hill Day 6: A tour of the military Morava and on into Poland, Horský hotel Prometheus: (1,116m AMSL), from which museum and the Museum of or the mountain peak trails Capacity 177 beds you can descend to the valley Czechoslovak Fortifications around Dolní Morava. www.prometheusresort.cz again at a leisurely pace. at the K-S 14 bunker, codena- Day 3: Before departing, Poutní dům: Day 3: Set out with the med “At the Brickworks”, enjoy some downhill skiing at Capacity 93 beds sunrise to the peak of Králický awaits you on your final day. modern local ski centres. The www.poutnidum.cz Sněžník. The red hiking trail mountains here offer varying will lead you first to the Klepý degrees of difficulty to suit all peak, home to a wooden standards.

26 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Museum of Czechoslovak Fortifications at the K-S 14 bunker, codenamed “At the Brickworks”

Special tip

Králický Sněžník National Nature Reserve Králický Sněžník is the third highest mountain in the Czech Republic. Several marked trails lead through wonderful countryside to its peak. Thanks to its wealth and variety of natural beauty, part of the territory has been declared a European Special Area of Conservation. www.kralickysneznik.net Monastery at the Mountain of the Mother of God Peak of Králický Sněžník

Dining tips Kramář’s Cottage: Orličky, www.suchak.cz Penzion na Červeném Potoce: Červený Potok www.nacervenempotoce.cz Hotel Kačenka: Dolní Hedeč www.hotelkacenka.cz

Křížová hora lookout tower Buková Mountain

Useful websites www.kralickysneznik.net www.kraliky.eu www.kpo1938.com www.dolnimorava.cz

Tourist information centre at Králíky’s European House Dlouhá 353, Králíky +420 465 323 150 [email protected] www.kralickysneznik.net

27 Bystřicko

Aerial view of Karasín Bystřicko is a nature park criss-crossed by numerous brooks, streams and rivers and watched over by mysterious ruins, lookout towers and Pernštejn Castle. It is a paradise for cyclists, hikers and lovers of unspoiled nature.

Bystřicko in the Highlands Svratka River, around the is a rediscovered tourist Vír Reservoir, a picturesque paradise in the Svratecká landscape with preserved hornatina nature park, rural architecture. Visit the which also boasts the Pern- Svratec water management štejn and Zubštejn castles. trail with the Vír Reservoir, Check out the “Zubří zemí” the Karasín lookout tower, (“Bison Country”) hiking the Horní les lookout tower trail by bike or on foot, or the 13th century church at visit the “Seven Wonders Vítochov. Lovers of the out- of Bystřicko” or with fri- doors will enjoy the unique ends or family take a trip nature park and a number to “Moravian Switzerland” of small nature reserves and – the upper basin of the natural landmarks.

Šiklův mlýn Wild West Town

29 Accommodation tips Sports and relaxation centre Borovinka: Capacity 54 beds www.borovinka.cz Hotel Skalský dvůr: Capacity 182 beds www.skalskydvur.cz Sporthotel Bystřice nad Pernštejnem: Capacity 64 beds www.arealsortu.cz Itinerary

One-day trip Long weekend

Nature park Svratecká On the trail of Santini castle of horrors and have your hornatina photo taken with an alligator Day 1: Set off from Drahonín at Fotopark Krokodýl. Follow the current of the or Habří along the river Bob- Price: 350 CZK / 12,75 EUR Svratka River from Dalečín růvka. Pass through the river’s Day 3: Take in Bison Coun- via Vír to the unique Svratec romantic valley lined with try from the Karasín lookout water management trail. rocks, springs and waterfalls tower and set out on a walk Climb one of the local lookout (approx. 15 km). The route (5 km in total) to Vítochov and towers on clearly marked leads to the Podmitrov forest the Romanesque Church of hiking trails. Alternatively, guesthouse, which offers St. At the village of Rovečná you can visit Pernštejn Castle a restaurant and small zoo. (3 km), visit the Horní les or the newly opened ruins of Other farms providing accom- lookout tower, which offers Zubštejn Castle. Visitors can modation in a country atmo- a majestic view from the Jese- Ruins of Zubštejn unwind at the sports hall, sphere and boasting environ- níky Mountains to Brno. which boasts bowling, squash mentally friendly breeding and In the afternoon, visit the and a climbing wall. regional products are to be museum in Bystřice nad found in Habří, Horní Rožínka Pernštejnem and its exhibiti- and Věcov. ons on local ethnography and Day 2: Visit the nearby the development of the settle- Žďár nad Sázavou, home to ment. You will doubtlessly be a UNESCO historical land- captivated by the exposition mark: Santini’s Church of St. on the history of uranium John of Nepomuk in Zelená mining in the vicinity, supp- hořa. Spend a relaxing after- lemented by geological collec- noon at the Šiklův mlýn Wild tions. Experience an active West town, where in summer afternoon at Bystřice’s Siesta months a rich programme rope park or on mountain awaits. Check out Dolní bikes at Nové Město’s High- Rožínka and its Draxmoor lands Arena.

The church at Vítochov

Inline skating in Bystřicko

30 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Svratec Water Management Educational Trail

Special tip

Weekend stay Svratec Water Management Educational Trail Traditional handicrafts and history A unique trail for walkers and cyclists, it leads along the Day 1: A trip from Bystřice valley of the Svrakta River leads you through the valley through the heart of the Svra- of the meandering Bystřička tecká hornatina nature park. stream to the remains of The picturesque local land- castles used to watch over scape, known as “Moravian the landscape. The route Switzerland”, is adorned with leads along hiking trails to original rural architecture and the Aušperk, Zubštejn and the Pernštejn and Zubštejn Pyšolec ruins (25 km). fairytale castles. Festival in Bystřice Visit Bystřice´s EDEN Centre. Learn about various crafts tra- ditionally linked to the region and the lives of beekeepers, wood carvers, basket makers, weavers and brewers. In the home pharmacy you will discover the secrets of producing natural products from an herb garden. Take a tour of adja- cent buildings where animals are raised or ride a horse at the stables. Have an active evening at the sports hall Vír Reservoir from a cycle path in Bystřice, on the climbing wall, playing squash, bowling or in the swimming pool. Dining tips Price: 300 CZK / 10,93 EUR Restaurant Club: Bystřice nad Pernštejnem Day 2: Take a train from Bys- www.restauraceclub.cz třice to Nedvědice and visit the Useful websites Restaurant Harenda: Gothic Pernštejn Castle. Don’t http://info.bystricenp.cz Bystřice nad Pernštejnem miss the Pernštejn nature trail www.edencentre.cz www.ala-gastro.cz/ leading through the castle’s www.hrad-pernstejn.cz harenda/?cap=11053 forest park to the Maria Laube www.western.cz Pension and Restaurant lookout tower and refresh www.sikland.cz Zubr: Ujčov yourself with crystal-clear www.penzion-zubr.cz water from historical wells. Tourist information centre Price: 200 CZK / 7,29 EUR Bystřice nad Pernštejnem Masarykova náměstí 1 +420 566 590 388 [email protected] www.info.bystrice.cz

31 Kahan Microregion

The technical historical landmarks of the Olsavany coalfield are by no means the only notable attraction of the Kahan microregion, formerly known as Rosice.

Southern Moravia’s Kahan technical landmarks, well- microregion is a belt of ex- -tended villages, forests and -mining villages that once streams, as well as peaceful made up the Rosice–Olsavany spots with broad vistas of the coalfield. You will be surpri- region. The Kahan micro- Permonium fun park BS 80 steam locomotive sed to learn that a region so region is ideal for families near Brno has such a rich with children, active tourists, history of mining. However, seniors, school tours, photo- that tradition ended 25 years graphers and filmmakers and ago; today it is recalled in company events. technical landmarks such as The Zbýšov – Babice u Rosic the narrow-gauge railway – Zastávka u Brna regional museum in Zbýšov, boasting narrow-gauge rail route is historical locomotives, inclu- a former branch line for coal ding steam ones, and opera- converted into a museum tes a service on the local regi- narrow-gauge railroad. In onal narrow-gauge railroad. July and August, historical Discover the interesting local trains run every Saturday.

Events held at the destination annually BND 30 motorised mine locomotive Zbýšov Museum of Town of Rosice Industrial Railways Accommodation tips July: Horse and carriage Pension Pamír: May: Start of season, night of races, small breweries’ meeting Zbýšov, capacity 80 beds museums August: Jousting for the www.saloon.cz June: Modeller’s Day, model hears of women and girls Hotel Harmonie: trains and rail systems in September: Garlic Festival Zastávka u Brna, operation capacity 40 beds September: Close of season, Village of Zastávka www.harmonie-centrum.cz Day of Railways, Miners’ Day September: Miners’ Day

32 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Siemens electric locomotive from 1908 Permonium fun park

Itinerary Special tip

One-day trip Long weekend Zbýšov Museum of Industrial Railways Visit mining paradise Technical landmarks and wine Collections of historical Visit to a mining exhibition steam, motor and electric at the village of Zastávka Day 1: Arrival, accommo- locomotives up to 105 years (20 min) or bathing at Zbýšov dation at Zastávka, wellness, old operated in the form of swimming pool (1 hour). bowling, squash, infra-sauna. rides for the public on Satur- Excursion to the Museum of Day 2: As one-day trip above, days in July and August or Industrial Railways (1 hour) though instead of the pro- at any time by arrangement followed by a historical train gramme in Oslavany a visit with the Zbýšov – Babice ride (30 min). to the ruins of the Rosa coeli – Zastávka regional narrow- Stop at Oslavany Chateau and monastery and the Rosa coeli -gauge railway. tour of its mineralogy, mining wine cellars (1 hour). Visit www.mpz.cz and energy exhibition; visit to the information centre www.reuz.cz to a micro-brewery (2 hours). at Dukovany nuclear power Tour of Kukla mine (15 min) station and to the Dalešice Dining tips followed by a visit to Permo- hydroelectric power plant. Pension Pamír: nium (1–3 hours). The day concludes in Kralice Zbýšov, www.saloon.cz nad Oslavou with a tour of Pension Cristal: Price: 500 CZK / 19 EUR the Bible of Kralice memorial Rosice u Brna (approx. 1 hour). www.pensioncristal.cz Day 3: Visit to the chateau Hotel Harmonie: and Permonium in Oslavany Zastávka u Brna (see above) – day-long Magic www.harmonie-centrum.cz Permon interactive game. Day 4: Horse riding at Zálesná Zhoř ranch. Visit to the Veveří fairy tale castle followed by the opportunity to take a hiking or bike trip in the surrounding area. Useful websites Price: 2000 CZK / 75 EUR www.zapermoniky.cz www.mikroregionkahan.cz www.mesto-oslavany.cz www.permonium.cz www.vezkukla.cz

Culture Information Centre, Rosice Palackého náměstí 45 665 01 Rosice +420 546 492 196 +420 731 677 363 [email protected] www.kic.rosice.cz

33 Těšín Silesia

district of Chotěbuz is one of Těšín Silesia is located in the Itinerary Těšín Silesia’s most important prehistoric and medie- border area of the north- Three-day programme val historical landmarks. eastern part of Northern (long weekend) The day concludes at the Museum of the Těšín Region, Moravia and Silesia. The Těšín Let’s all meet at which boasts a permanent Český Těšín! exhibition entitled Pictures Beskydy mountain range is of Těšín Silesia’s Past. Český Těšín – Chotěbuz – Nýdek Day 3: Departure for the undoubtedly the region’s Těšín Beskydy, specifically the Day 1: Arrival at Český Těšín, village of Nýdek. It is home greatest attraction. accommodation, afternoon to a national nature reserve tour of town. The Olše River and is located beneath Mount separates the Czech part of Velká Čantoryje. The 10km Alongside the Těšín Besky- Těšín Silesia Těšín from the Polish side. Rytířská nature trail leads to its dys, the region’s chief points Region Card The castle hill in the Polish peak, where visitors can climb of interest are the town of Těšín Silesia is one of the lea- section of the town is home a 29 m lookout tower affording Karviná and the border ding destinations that offer to the Piastovská věž lookout a view of three countries: towns of Český Těšín and visitors a guest card. Holders tower, which offers a view of the Czech Republic, Poland Cieszyn. The region also can use it to enjoy discounts both parts of a town divided and Slovakia. Departure. boasts a typical building style on over 130 services from between two countries. and specific folklore. Thanks over 60 partners in various Day 2: Visit to the Rybí Dům Admission according to its atmosphere of wooden sections of the tourist indu- (House of Fish) in Chotěbuz to itinerary: buildings and long-standing stry. The guest pays for the which houses giant aquaria (on visiting all of the his- traditions of craft production card, which brings greater and a restaurant offering fish torical landmarks listed) and folk customs handed savings the more it is used, specialities. Tour of Archeo- 280 CZK / 10 EUR down through the generati- for one year. It can be bought park, a replica of a 8th–11th Using the Těšín Silesia Region ons, visitors can lose track of at tourist information centres century Slavic fortress. The Card saves approximately: where history ends and the for 85 CZK or acquired as Podobora archaeological 80 CZK / 3 EUR present begins. Těšín Silesia a free benefit of staying with is also the first destination contracted providers of acco- in the Czech Republic that mmodation. For more infor- systematically explored the mation go to www.tscard.cz concept of wheelchair-friendly travel and making historical landmarks accessible to those with limited mobility, mothers with prams, seniors, etc. Iodine-bromine mineral water springs at the well- -known Darkov spa are used for both relaxation and medi- cinal purposes.

Velká Čantoryje lookout tower

34 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Chotěbuz outdoor museum Sheep driving – Košařiska

Accommodation tips Hotel Vitality****: Special tip Capacity 84 beds www.hotelvitality.cz Těšín Silesia also boasts Rybí dům: a „most“! Capacity 21 beds www.rybidum.cz Various takes on “the most” Hotel Stará Ameryka: have attracted visitors since Capacity 30 beds time immemorial. In the Těšín www.hotelameryka.cz Beskydy they take pride in Trojmezí, the spot where the Těšín Silesia Region Card borders of three states – the applies to accompanying Czech Republic, Poland and services at all facilities. Slovakia – meet, along with the nearby easternmost point in the country.

Hrčava, where three borders meet

Four-day programme Dining tips (long weekend) See Accommodation tips (all the facilities have On the trail of Těšín Silesia’s trail introducing you to the restaurants) folklore and cuisine tough life of local mountain specialities people and the area’s nature. You can enjoy a range of Jablunkov – Mosty u Jablunko summer attractions at the va – Hrčava – Bukovec – Vendryně nearby Kempaland Bukovec. Day 3: Jablunkova is home We recommend visiting on to the grounds of Městský the first weekend of August! les, where every year an Day 1: Arrival at Jablunkova, international festival of accommodation. Trip to local folklore, traditions Useful websites Mosty u Jablunkova, home and home cooking entitled www.tesinskeslezsko.cz to a year-round complex Gorolski swieto is held. www.tscard.cz located by a ski slope and Day 4: Departure. On your offering a wide variety of route you can visit the Ven- Municipal Information activities for young and old, dryně sports complex, which Centre Třinec such as a bobsleigh run and is part of Hotel Vitality. Dukelská 689, Třinec a rope slide. Visit the nearby +420 558 998 200 Hrčava and Trojmezí, the spot Admission according [email protected] where three borders – Czech, to itinerary: www.info-trinec.cz Polish and Slovak – meet. (Use of 2x attractions at the Day 2: Tour of the village Ski Mosty complex, 2x Kem- Jablunkova of Bukovec and a journey paland, festival admission) Information Centre to the easternmost point in 400 CZK / 15 EUR Dukelská 600, Jablunkov the Czech Republic. You will Using the Těšín Silesia Region +420 558 340 607 comfortably reach your desti- Card saves at least: [email protected] nation by following a nature 60 CZK / 2,50 EUR www.jablunkov.cz/ic

35 Moravian Slovakia

The Baťa Canal Moravian Slovakia is a destination with a rich folklore tradition. Its picturesque landscape is crisscrossed by vineyards and cycle paths and dotted with historical landmarks. The waterway known as the Baťa Canal is among the region’s unique attractions.

Moravian Slovakia’s rich bine a cruise on this unique of UNESCO landmarks. history is today reflected waterway with cycle tourism. The White Carpathians in a number of spectacular Don’t miss Moravian Slova- and Dolní Morava have aristocratic residences and kia’s wine festival, the open the prestigious status of majestic places of pilgrimage. historical monuments in biosphere reserves and the Moravian Slovakia is also Uherské Hradiště or the Ride landscaped Lednice-Valtice synonymous with wine- of the Kings. complex has made it onto -growing. Moravia’s network In 2012, Moravian Slo- the world cultural heritage of wine trails is the perfect vakia received the EDEN list. The Moravian Slovakian way to learn about wine (European Destinations of verbuňk dance and its Ride culture. It will also lead you Excellence) 2011 title, while of the Kings have been inclu- along a cycle path by the Baťa the relatively small region ded on UNESCO’s intangible Canal, allowing you to com- is also home to a number cultural heritage list.

Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and SS Cyril and Methodius, Velehrad

37 Accommodation tips Hotel & Restaurant Slunce: Uherské Hradiště Capacity 32 beds www.hotelslunce.cz Hotel Mlýn Velehrad: Velehrad Capacity 50 beds www.hotelmlyn.cz Hotel Panon: Hodonín Capacity 214 beds Buchlov Castle www.hotelpanon.cz Itinerary

Weekend stay Long weekend

Moravian Slovakia festival On the trail of Great of wine and open historical Moravia landmarks – long weekend in Uherské Hradiště Experience Hodonín, the beauty of Kyjov and the Enjoy a September wee- Chřiby foothills, home to kend in Uherské Hradiště important pilgrimage spot full of folklore, historical Velehrad. Finish up in Staré landmarks and wine. Mešto and Uherské Hradi- ště, the heart of Moravian Day 1: Uherské Hradiště Slovakia and the ancient – arrival, welcoming, accom- Great Moravian Empire. The organ at the Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary modation, evening in a wine and SS Cyril and Methodius, Velehrad cellar with wine tasting. Day 1: Hodonín – arrival, Day 2: Traditional mar- accommodation, tour of the ket, parade in folk costu- town, evening meal. mes, fun get-together with Day 2: Hodonín (Masaryk cimbalom music in open Museum), Mikulčice (Slavic cellars, evening meal. fortress), Milotice (Baroque Day 3: Wine evening, chateau), Kyjov (Local History visit to open historical Museum), vineyard visit with landmarks. Departure. lecture, accommodation in Kyjov, evening in wine cellar. Price approx.: Day 3: Osvětimany (St. 4000 CZK / 150 EUR Clement’s mountain), per person Buchlov Castle, Buchlovice (chateau), Tupesy (ceramic musuem), Velehrad (Basi- lica, lapidarium), Uherské Hradiště (accommodation, culture programme depending on season). Day 4: Staré Město (Monu- ment to Great Moravia), Uherské Hradiště (tour, Museum of Moravian Slova- kia, Gallery of Moravian Slo- vakia Wines). Departure.

Price approx.: Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and SS Cyril and Methodius, Velehrad 6000 CZK / 20 EUR per person

38 EDEN – Destinations of Excellence in the Czech Republic Buchlov Castle Modrá Open-Air Museum of Archaeology

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Week-long stay Moravian Slovakia festival of wine and open historical Moravian Slovakia by boat landmarks and bike The Moravian Slovakia Week-long cruise on the festival of wine and open Baťa Canal and the River historical landmarks is one Morava combined with bike of the most important events trips. You will set sail from presenting the rich tradition Veselí nad Moravou, get to of folk culture in the region. know Moravian Slovakian It takes place at open histo- towns and visit the foothills rical landmarks in the royal of the Chřiby Mountains, town of Uherské Hradiště. Zlín and the Church of www.slavnostivinauh.cz Ride of the Kings, Vlčnov St. Anthony by bicycle.

Day 1: Boarding at Veselí nad Moravou, training and taking possession of houseboat, cruise to Uherský Ostroh (tour of town), cruise to Staré Mešto, walk around. Day 2: Bike trip to Velehrad, tour of the basilica and Modrá open-air museum of archaeology, cruise to Spytihněv. Day 3: Cruise to Otrokovice, Cycle path along the Baťa Canal bike trip to Zlín, tour of town centre, cruise to Spytihněv. Day 4: Cruise down canal to Dining tips Uherské Hradiště and on by U Jeňoura and Hotel river to Uherský Ostroh, bike Beatrice wine cellars: trip to Church of St. Anthony. Prušánky-Nechory Day 5: Cruise to Strážnice www.ujenoura.cz (tour of town, open-air museum), cruise to Petrov (tour of wine cellars). Day 6: Bike trip to a service Useful websites tree and the Travičná www.slovacko.cz lookout tower, cruise to Veselí nad Moravou, return Town Information Centre of houseboat. Departure. Masarykovo náměstí 21 686 01 Uherské Hradiště Price approx.: +420 572 525 525 12000 CZK / 445 EUR +420 572 525 529 per person [email protected] www.uherske-hradiste.cz

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CzechTourism, Vinohradská 46, 120 41 Praha 2 www.czechtourism.cz Text: Dana Štefáčková, Jiří Rak, Noemi Koukolová, kolektiv pracovníků SMO Krkonoše, Destinační management TO Těšínské Slezsko, Radomír Dvořák, DS Orlické hory a Podorlicko, Mgr. Josef Hapák, Renáta Polišenská, Lipensko s.r.o., Lenka Víchová, Jiří Vent, Artur Fučík, Králický Sněžník o.p.s., Jaroslava Tůmová Photographs: Martin Dusil, J. M. Guyon © 2012, Martin Kabát, Marek Podhora, Jan Rasch, Václav Sojka, Zdeněk Patzelt, Martin Rak, archive Zlatého pruhu Polabí, o.p.s, archive SMO a KRNAP, archive Regionální rady Třinec, archive Posázaví o.p.s., archive DS Orlické hory a Podorlicko, archive Regionu Slovácko, Lipensko s.r.o., Zdeněk Vošický, Milan Peňáz, Pavla Benešová, Jaroslav Horák, Zbyněk Ševčik, archive Chrámu Chmele a Piva, archive MPŽ, Premonium, Ivanka Čištínová, Pavel Ouředník, Zdeněk Koníček, Tomáš Pelikán, archive Králický Sněžník o.p.s., Daniel Řeřicha, Jiří Strašek, Ladislav Renner, Libor Sváček Typesetting, layout: Formata v.o.s., www.formata.cz

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