Discover Pardubicko

www.topardubicko.cz Welcome to Pardubicko – Obsah the Czech Gingerbread Heart! Immerse yourself in its gripping Our Pardubicko story and discover the Polabská 1 landscape, which is as flat 2 History of Pardubicko as a table! Pardubicko offers Significant Sights plenty of interesting stories Famous Natives and Personalities of people whose lives are 3 Traditions of Pardubicko linked to this countryside. Traditional Cuisine It has become the home of Horses in Pardubicko horses, a land of famous Sport in Pardubicko Spa in Pardubicko pioneers, a place that Industry in Pardubicko witnessed many historical events and also a place 4 Pardubicko Today full of smells and tastes 20th Century Architecture Museums and Galleries so typical for Nature and Relaxation gingerbread and other regional dishes! Taste a piece of Pardubicko, the place where everyone will have a good time! 1 • Our Pardubicko

Choltice Chateau Lázně Bohdaneč Kunětická hora 1 Our Pardubicko

The sweet smell of honey with cinnamon The rich history has left a number of of the Pardubice Steeplechase, the as well as the thunder of hooves, all this cultural sights in Pardubicko. Let‘s popular sports and social event? and even more characterizes Pardubicko – mention the Gothic-Renaissance castle the most fertile part of Polabí. Pardubicko and the historical centre in Pardubice, Simply, a horse mane can accompany you is a diverse area. It has something for the castle and at the same time the almost anywhere in Pardubicko. It can be history, sports and even nature lovers! highest peak in the area, Kunětická at horse races, upon a visit to the National It is an area of deciduous parks, rivers, hora, or a magical Baroque chateau Stud in or in the and picturesque ponds. Here you can in Choltice. The Kladruby nad Labem Hippologic Museum in Slatiňany. It is find several protected areas, such as, for National Stud holds an exceptional definitely not by chance that you will find example, the Platan park and hundred- position. It is famous for the Old enough places in Pardubicko where it is year-old oak trees in Choltice or the Kladruber breed of horses. Horses in possible to spend a wonderful holiday in mysterious countryside surrounding general rank among the attributes of the saddle. Local riding paths and circuits Lázně Bohdaneč– the only spa town the whole area. Who would not know cover a large part of this area. in the region. the one-hundred-year-old tradition 2 • History of Pardubicko

Bohdaneč ponds Pardubice Chateau Opatovice Canal 2 History of Pardubicko

Pardubicko is a diverse area, each of The extant pond system in Bohdanečsko 1491 and 1548 in the era of Vilém and its parts being remarkable for its own is a legacy of family skilfulness. Bohda- his sons, Vojtěch and Jan. Vilém of specific history. The main city of the neč itself, which is an important spa Pernštejn also bought Kladruby in 1500 area is Pardubice. This city, the first venue today, gained its Renaissance and a few years later he also added written reference to which dates back appearance in the period of Vilém of Holice and Přelouč to his dominion. to 1295, is connected with the lords Pernštejn. The nearby Opatovice canal, of Hostýň, later Pardubice, among a cultural medieval water monument, The famous era of the family ended in which belonged the famous Arnošt of was enlarged by Vilém of Pernštejn to 1560 when their indebted dominion was Pardubice. The advisor and archbishop supply the extensive pond network – sold to Emperor Ferdinand I. The Thirty of Charles IV inherited the city in 1340. this function is used still today. Traces Years‘ War came. An interesting fact is An important historical milestone is of the Pernštejn family were also that the population of Pardubice fell by the arrival of the Pernštejn family. The noticeable in the nearby Kunětická one half even though the city successfully greatest development of the city took hora castle. The largest reconstruc- resisted the pressure of Swedish troops. place between the years 1491 and 1560. tion of the whole area took place in Discover Pardubicko 2 • History of Pardubicko

Automatic Mills Pardubice Steeplechase Dr. Emil Holub African Museum Synthesia a.s. Pardubice main station Jiří Potůček

The 19th and 20th centuries were a River. Automatic mills were designed by spa in Bohdaneč was an important The importance of Pardubice grew The flourishing of the area was stopped The Pardubice area started to develop significant new chapter in Pardubice Josef Gočár for the brothers Egon and milestone. The Kunětická hora Castle even more after the establishment of by the German occupation, which also again after World War II. The University history. The boom it enjoyed was brought Karl Winternitz. Not surprisingly, a year awaited reconstruction for a long time. the Czechoslovak Republic. It was also led to the rise of a strong local resistance of Chemistry (since 1994 Pardubice about primarily by construction of the after the end of their operation in 2013, The plundered building quickly became thanks to the establishment of the movement in the whole area and region. University) was founded in 1950, at the railway. The first train arrived in Pardu- the Mills were put on the list of national dilapidated, which was accelerated by the electrotechnical facility Telegrafia and A parachute group, Silver A, significantly beginning of the 1950s the trolley bus bice in August 1845 and thanks to the cultural sights of the . plundering of its high-quality stonework. Explosia Semtín, a factory producing influenced the local resistance move- transport system was established, and railway connection Pardubice became explosives. The chemicals and electro- ment. Its members found help and in 1958 a new post-war Functionalist an industrial city. As a result of industrial In 1874, the first Pardubice Steeplechase, Pardubice and the whole area also technical industry flourished. Semtex shelter here during the preparations for train station was opened in Pardubice. development, extensive regulation of today a horse race known worldwide, was became well known thanks to the aviator production is known worldwide still the assassination of R. Heydrich. One the river took place. At the beginning of run. Přelouč was agriculturally the most Jan Kašpar. He managed to take off in today. Both culture and sport developed member of the parachute group, Jiří Today’s Pardubicko is undergoing a new the 20th century a hydroelectric power important town in Pardubicko. Holice is a plane called Blériot in 1910, and a during the inter-war period. The tennis Potůček, was hid in a fish tank near Renaissance. Building reconstruction, plant, which besides others powered the famous for the personality which enriched year later he undertook an historical tournament Pardubická juniorka, as well Lázně Bohdaneč from where he delivered entrepreneurial creativity, the main- Winternitz Mills, was built together with the world with his scientific expeditions flight from Pardubice to . as the speedway race Golden Helmet, messages via the Libuše transmitter to taining of traditions, a broad range of regulation measures on the to Africa. The establishment of the peat started to be held in Pardubice. London. cultural and social events, university life. Discover Pardubicko 2 • History of Pardubicko / Significant Sights

Pernštýnské náměstí Church of St. Nicholas, Pardubice Chateau, The Knight Halls Příhrádek Kladruby nad Labem national stud farm

Significant Sights

There are not many industrial cities of Gočár is most remarkable in Lázně massive wooden bell tower, can be found The collection of national cultural and dominion administration, offices and the performances and fairs are held here in where you can find such a well preserved Bohdaneč. Masarykovo náměstí with in . Holice is proud of its Museum technical sights is worth seeing when prison in front of the gate, forms a link summer. The game reserve in front of the historical centre with original cobble- the town hall represents a natural town of Dr. Emil Holub and the beautiful village travelling through Pardubicko. The first between the castle and the city centre. castle contains bison, a herd of deer as stone pavements as in Pardubice. The centre. The most important buildings of Veliny is famous for its dominant Church of them is Pardubice Castle, originally well as wild boar. city conservation area includes a range of are the Gočár pavilion, the Škroup guest of St. Nicholas. The square with the sump- a tower building from the 13th century Kunětická hora Castle is the dominant beautiful buildings such as Pernštýnské house, and the Gočár water tank. The tuous Citizens’ credit union and the site that at the turn of the 15th and the feature of the area. Originally a royal The National Stud in Kladruby nad Labem náměstí with its town houses and Church of St. Maria Magdaléna, house where Jesuit Koniáš ordered “heretical“ 16th centuries went through its largest castle, it was an important strategic point is known worldwide thanks to its horse burgher houses, the Baroque house no. 112, the oldest building in the town, books be burnt, which is marked on reconstruction thanks to the lords in East . The castle tower is the breeding. The unique population of noble called U Jonáše and the 60m tall domi- and Bohdaneč cemetery, called bohda- the pavement, the Romanesque Parish of Pernštejn. Here you can find the highest place in the surroundings and Old Kladruber white horses together with nant feature of the city – Green Gate. nečský Slavín, also cannot be omitted. Church of St. James, the Jewish ceme- first nude in the history of Czech art, offers beautiful views of the countryside. the whole stud was declared a national tery and the former synagogue catches Fortuna Volubilis, the Knight Halls with The castle is one of the most popular cultural heritage. Apart from the stud, Picturesque Lázně Bohdaneč is domi- The most important Baroque sight, one’s attention in Přelouč. The village Renaissance wall paintings and even a tourist destinations. This is also thanks there is also the castle, the historical nated by a complex of buildings created St. Romedius Chapel, can be found at of Rybitví is famous for the Veverkovi secret civil defence shelter. The so-called to the fact that the series Arabela was carriage room, and the museum of the by the architect Josef Gočár. The heritage Choltice Chateau. Rustic Baroque, a cousins and their invention – the plough. Příhrádek – historically including the shot here. Many concerts, theatre Old Kladruber Horse breed. Discover Pardubicko 2 • History of Pardubicko / Significant Sights

Pardubice main station Crematorium Zámeček memorial Přelouč small hydropower station Semín aqueduct Automatic Mills

The new train station and crematorium second mentioned building, the new the Gestapo executed a number of Czech You can find a number of interesting stretching back to the 15th and 16th A large technical feature of Pardubice, are important buildings documenting train station, is also connected with patriots at Zámeček between the 3th and technical sights in Pardubicko. The small century. 26 km of the original 35 km long the Winternitz Automatic Mills, cannot the development of Pardubice in the the year 1958, when it was opened. 9th July 1942, and burnt down the village hydroelectric power station in Přelouč is Opatovice canal are preserved. The canal be omitted. They were built by the 20th century. A hundred projects entered The project is the work of architects of Ležáky. The site of mass executions visually attractive and architectonically fed the then biggest system of ponds in Winternitz family in 1910 according to a an architectural competition for the Karel Řepa and Karel Kalvoda, who became a reverential area and is significant. The monumental system of Bohemia. There were originally 32 mills project by the architect Josef Gočár. The crematorium building, with a postwar cooperated with the specialist Josef included in national cultural sights. 563 a weir, lock, bridge and hydroelectric on its watercourse. Only two have been Winternitz Automatic Mills are regis- Rondocubism concept by the architect Danda. It is one of the most important Jews were deported to concentration power station was built by the Prague preserved – one near the village of Břehy, tered as a National Technical Heritage Pavel Janák and the artist František buildings of postwar Functionalism. camps from Pardubice in December 1942 company Kapsa and Muller according and the second near Lázně Bohdaneč. Monument and as such deserve to Kysela winning. The crematorium is and during the year 1944, the city experi- to a project by architect František Roith. The Opatovice canal is a cultural sight be preserved for future generations. also well-known as the famous film by Zámeček in Pardubičky or the Larisch enced three air strikes by Anglo-American The small hydroelectric power station and today still supplies a few ponds The complex is one of the ten biggest Juraj Herz, the Cremator, with Rudolf villa – a Neo-Renaissance building by the air forces. Over two hundred and fifty in Přelouč started operation in 1924. with water. The Semín aqueduct is facilities of its kind in the Czech Republic. Hrušínský in the leading role, was shot architect František Schmorantz from 1885 people were killed as a result of the air located in the nearby village of Semín. It The mills ceased operation in 2013. here. The crematorium from 1923 was is tragically connected with the events raids and around a thousand buildings The Opatovice canal is an exceptional is the place where the Opatovice canal included in cultural sights in 1958. The of World War II. After Heydrich‘s death, destroyed. technical piece of work, its history and the local Sopřečský brook cross. Discover Pardubicko 2 • History of Pardubicko / Famous Natives and Personalities Church of the Annunciation Arnošt of Pardubice will of the Virgin Mary Josef Gočár Blériot of Jan Kašpar Jan Perner (www.carokraj.cz) Emil Holub

Famous Natives and Personalities

Arnošt of Pardubice Vilém of Pernštejn Josef Gočár Jan Kašpar (May 20, 1883 – March 2, 1927), the railway for the Prague and Vienna and after studying medicine, he decided (March 25, 1297 – June 30, 1364) (*1435 – April 8, 1521), (March 13, 1880 – September 10, 1945), a native of Pardubice and an aviation connection leading through Polabí and to make this dream come true. He as the first Prague archbishop, diplomat a noticeable character of the whole a significant Czech architect and teacher, pioneer. He managed to take off in his , which meant a lot for Pardubice. worked in South Africa for seven years and advisor to Charles IV, he made Pardubicko. He was considered to born in Semín near Přelouč. He founded Blériot machine and cover a distance of Thanks to the railway connection, Pardu- as a doctor and made his expeditions of efforts to improve the organization and be an excellent bailiff and politician, several artistic groups, and contributed 2 km in 1910. A year later, he completed bice became an industrial centre and an discovery here. The excited Emil Holub administration of the diocese. A new during his reign the power of his family to several magazines, even foreign ones. the first flight from Pardubice to Prague. important railway junction. The operation contributed a number of articles to Czech bishopric was founded in Litomyšl in reached its height. Vilém‘s expansion He became chairman and a leading His importance for the city is symbolized of the Northern railway from Olomouc and Austrian newspapers and sent to 1344 because of the promotion of the to East Bohemia started in the 15th personality of artistic associations. He by the statue on třída Míru in Pardubice. to Prague which connected Prague and Prague his ethnographic and biolog- Prague bishopric to an archbishopric. century when he conquered Kunětická was a rector of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna started in 1845. Jan Perner‘s statue ical foundations. When he came back to Pardubice then became a part of the hora and Holice. He rebuilt the orig- (1928–1931), a knight of the Order of the Jan Perner is located at the Pardubice train station. Europe, he was very popular even though diocese. Arnošt visited Pardubice only inal Pardubice tower house into the French Legion of Honour and a laureate (September 7, 1815 – September 10, 1845) the National Museum in Prague refused rarely. However, he had a direct influence castle. He was also responsible for of national and international awards. He a Czech patriot, project architect and Emil Holub to take his collections. His early death on the foundation of the Church of establishing the pond system, and the was elected the greatest personality of construction manager of the first Czech (October 7, 1847 – February 21, 1902) already came in Vienna from lingering compli- the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary. development of trades and crafts. Czech 20th century architecture in 2000. railway. This engineer pushed through as a boy, he desired to became a traveller cations of malaria and other diseases. Discover Pardubicko 2 • History of Pardubicko / Famous Natives and Personalities

Cousins Veverka memorial Birth house of Václav Veverka Bohdaneč Therapeutic Spa Adolf Hraba (collection of Adolf Vondrka) František Filipovský (Přelouč town museum) Dominik Hašek (photo: Luboš Lang)

Cousins Veverkové can find amemorial to the cousins in used only for heating. When he discov- Adolf Hraba Hraba, who hid Josef Potůček, died in a Dominik Hašek (Václav April 13, 1796 – February 23, 1849, Rybitví in the birthplace of Václav Veverka. ered the medical effect of peat from (April 1, 1901 – December 25, 1942) concentration camp at Christmas 1942. (January 29, 1965) František March 3, 1799 – February 12, 1849) The memorial is complemented by an Libišany he decided to found his own was an important personality of World War is an ice-hockey player known worldwide did not wish to become famous because exhibition dedicated to both inventors of spa. It was so popular that he decided II. As a protector of the pond farmstead in František Filipovský who started playing in Pardubice when of their invention but rather to help the plough. to buy a bus from Laurin & Klement in Bohdaneč, he hid a member of the Silver (September 23, 1907 – October 26, 1993) he was 6. When he was 16 he first played people with hard work. Finally, they which he drove clients around Bohdaneč A group, Jiří Potůček. Other members is the most well-known native of Přelouč. for the Tesla Pardubice team in the invented a simple plough which aerated Jan Veselý square. The Spa became more popular, of the group were Josef Valčík and He was famous as a theatre and film actor highest Czechoslovak league. Hašek got the soil and brought the bottom soil layer (May 20, 1855 – September 12, 1920) and started offering a wide selection of commander Alfréd Bartoš. Adolf Hraba and also as an excellent dubbing artist. He to the position of number one goalkeeper up. The Veverkové named their invention and the Veselý family were honoured in procedures. The town officially accepted played an important part in Jiří Potůček’s unforgettably borrowed his voice to Louis in the 1982/1983 season and at the age of the plough but people called it “veverče.“ Bohdaneč and in Pardubicko. His father the name Lázně Bohdaneč. Today, the life. As a radio operator he sent many de Funés. The popular František Filipovský 18 he became the youngest national goal- A few years later the plough was stolen possessed large lands stretching to spa is a favorite place for relaxation. The important messages to London from a Award Festival has been held in Přelouč keeper in Czechoslovak history. Dominik and patented by the officer Jan Kainz. Libišany. Jan bought a pond farmstead spa is also a place where you can spend transmitter called Libuše. No one from the since 1994 in his honour. More than 2500 Hašek was chosen as one of the hundred The cousins, unfortunately, did not live here, where he noticed for the first time a pleasant holiday, take a rest, relax, and Silver A group survived the reign of terror people visit it every year. Přelouč is called best players in the history of the NHL. to see their creation declared theirs. You that the local peat did not have to be draw new strength. following Heydrich’s assassination. Adolf the town of dubbing in honour of its native. 3 • Traditions of Pardubicko

Gingerbread Cottage Cycling in Pardubicko Sports fishing 3 Traditions of Pardubicko

Pardubice gingerbread has gained the The network of marked cycle routes of cultural, social and sports events protected geographical designation as and a number of quality cycleways is a throughout the year. It is no surprise well as the designation of origin, and big tourist attraction. The trails are also that thanks to the diversity, frequency is recognized by EU member states as suitable for families with children. You and importance beyond the region of a unique and traditional product. We can relish peaceful cyclo-tourism on these events, experience tourism is very recommend visiting the Gingerbread the paths along the River Labe or when popular. Traditions are represented by government below Kunětická hora where visiting sights. Trails lead for example international sports events such as the the unique Museum of Gingerbread from Pardubice to Opatovice, to Bukovina, Pardubice Steeplechase, the Golden and Fairytales draws in visitors with near Kunětická hora or into the deep Helmet and the Pardubická juniorka, its enticing smells and gripping stories. forests of Holice. Pardubicko is a haven and also by more intimate events for both cyclists and anglers. You can see which promote the preservation of The Bicycle became a traditional and sports anglers, who in their own way are local traditions and habits. Pardubicko common means of transport in Pardu- becoming a typical part of the region. is an area you have to experience! bicko thanks also to the flat landscape. In Pardubicko there is a broad range Discover Pardubicko 3 • Traditions of Pardubicko / Traditional Cuisine

Pardubice gingerbread Pernštejn beer Pernstein carp Kunětice ice-cream Violin maker Jan F. Veselý

Traditional Cuisine

Each area is unique not only for its a few hundred workmen. Gingerbread Pardubice brewery was built in the 19th Even though most people connect tourist places which map this rare regional product. This label guaran- landscape and history but also for its started to be exported abroad. The century. It was one of the first modern the term fish farming with the region history (the Opatovice canal, Halda tees the local origin of the product, its cuisine and traditions! When you say tradition has been maintained to this breweries in East Bohemia. Today, the of South Bohemia, our ancestors canal, the Bohdaneč pond, Matka pond quality, and environmental friendliness. Pardubice, a traditional food – ginger- day. You will find a few traditional brewery is an important regional manu- established ponds in many different and Hluboký pond protected nature Plenty of products from the Pardubice, bread, comes to everyone‘s mind. The gingerbread producers, a great many facturer of Pernštejn brand beer and of a locations, for example, in Pardubicko, areas). Actually, the pond tradition in Bohdanečsko, Holicko and Kunětická original recipe included the honey, flour, gingerbread shops and even the Ginger- special brown beer called Porter. You can where the Pernštejn family contributed Bohdaneč has survived, and traditional hora region take pride in this label. Certi- and pepper due to which the name bread Cottage below Kunětická hora. taste pale, dark and non-alcoholic beer to its development. The Pernštejns autumn pond harvesting attracts fish fiedP ernštejn carp, delicious Kunětice gingerbread was created. As time passed, in the brewery pub as well as at many specialized in carp breeding and passed lovers from the surrounding areas. ice-cream, Pardubice gingerbread and bakers began improving the delicacy Beer lovers will enjoy themselves in other places in the region. Minibreweries their knowledge down from generation many other products will provide a and enriched it with other ingredients, Pardubicko. Beer brewing has been a have boomed in the Czech Republic in to generation. Even today the tradition You can find a lot of places in Pardu- quality experience, souvenir or tasting. some of which are still a secret today. tradition in Pardubice for hundreds recent years. Local minibreweries with is remembered by events connected bicko that are returning to traditional You can buy products at several shops in Secret recipes survived World War I and of years. This is thanks to Vilém of a unique atmosphere are also popular. with the fish harvest and tasting of values and regional production based Pardubice, directly at the producer or at during the First Republic period, you Pernštejn and the quality pale beer that Visit Pardubicko and taste all of them! local specialities. Try Pernstein carp, on quality. These places and products regional events and fairs. could find about five factories employing was brewed in the 16th century. The you will not regret it. You will find bear the label Pernštejn Region Discover Pardubicko 3 • Traditions of Pardubicko / Horses in Pardubicko

Ješek of Pardubice on Green Gate Pardubice Steeplechase Old Kladruber horses (www.carokraj.cz) Kladruby nad Labem national stud farm Horse riding

Horses in Pardubicko

The horse is a symbol with links to He was given the symbol of a half-horse related to the Pardubice Steeplechase. Pardubicko takes pride in the unique a guided tour, during a carriage ride or If you decide to discover Pardubicko several places in Pardubicko. The first, on his coat of arms for this brave act. The chestnut Železník is the most sight and tourist destination, the oldest you can undertake individual training. in this way, remember that horse trails which is often the source of funny successful horse in its history with four horse stud in the world in Kladruby nad Definitely do not forget to also visit the have different lengths and difficulty. comments, is the symbol of Pardubice – Horses have remained an inseparable victories, while the legendary Czech Labem. The stud is home to the famous Slatiňany castle stud and its Hippological You can see the beauties of Pardubice the white half-horse. History tells the part of the city to today. The 19th century jockey Josef Váňa managed to win eight Old Kladruber breed of black and white Museum. On your visit you will see the city from the saddle or you can visit the story of Ješek of Pardubice, who went was characterised by famous hound times. The Pardubice Steeplechase is horses. The tradition of breeding this former seat of the princely family of neighbouring Iron Mountains. Apart to conquer Milan in 1158. His retinue hunts. It was only a small step from held every year in autumn and ranks famous line of horses started in Kladruby Auersperg, a large park and stud farm, from horse trails, you can come across managed to get inside the city during this to hurdle races and the famous among the most important social events. in the 16th centur, and the warmblooded and also extensive forests along with places that specialize in horse training a one-night raid. However, the citizens Pardubice Steeplechase. This sports A number of races and culinary events horses are used only for ceremonial alleys of cherry and chestnut trees, giving or offer rides in the countryside for both repelled the attack. Ješek and his white spectacle and social event has preserved take place at Pardubice racecourse purposes. The Czech Republic presented Slatiňany its incomparable genius loci. children and adults. You can even hire horse was the last one to escape but a its tradition since 1874 and the main during the year. All race fans can take one Old Kladruber horse to Prince a horse for a few days and spend them heavy blow cut the horse in half. Ješek race is preceded by a number of other a guided tour along the racecourse. William and his wife Kate Middleton There is good news for adrenaline and in the saddle discovering new places. did not leave the horse to his enemies races. 6900 metres, 31 hurdles and the as a wedding gift. You can discover the experiences lovers as there are several but pulled it on his back to the prince. famous Taxis moat, these are all terms National Stud Kladruby nad Labem on horse riding trails in the Pardubice area. Discover Pardubicko 3 • Traditions of Pardubicko / Sport in Pardubicko

Golden Helmet Czech Open Pardubice ice-hockey Pardubice Olympic Park In-line skating in Pardubice

Sport in Pardubicko

We are far from finished with Pardubicko here all the conditions to develop and so draws international attention. The Extraliga hockey has always been a part of town life. The Pardubice “boiler“ of whole organization strives to make BK traditions. Apart from its gingerbread Pardubice has become the cradle of sport. Juniorka statewide tennis championship of Pardubice. Ice-hockey started to be fans is famous across the whole country. JIP Pardubice a sign of the best quality. delicacies and equine history, the whole has a tradition stretching back a hundred played at the beginning of the 20th The Tipsport arena is a modern venue A ride by in-line skaters in Pardubice area, especially Pardubice, is proud to be There is no need to recommend the years. The Pardubická juniorka has century on natural frozen water surfaces whose auditorium is often sold out in the streets is a well-known and traditional called the city of sport. Pardubicko, in hundred-year tradition of the Pardubice been dominated by all Czech winners in Pardubice. Pardubice ice-hockey case of extra-league matches. Pardubice public event called Pardubice na general, is a place suitable for sportsper- Steeplechase. It has become a magnif- of Wimbledon in singles such as Petra entered the premier league competition is the only Czech ice-hockey team that bruslích. Pardubice was one of the Czech sons of differing ages and fitness. You can icent feast for Pardubice. It did not take Kvitová, Jana Novotná or Jan Kodeš. in 1950 under the name Slavia Pardu- has never been relegated from the local cities with an Olympic park during the discover the beauties of the area from long for the first racing track for cycling The chess tournament the Czech Open, bice, from 1953 it competed for seven highest ice-hockey competition and has Summer Olympic Games. The Pardubice the horse saddle, bike or in-line skates. to be built. The speedway race the part of which is the European Amateur years as Dynamo Pardubice (which is played in it continually to this day. 2016 Olympic Park was very popular so Water, golf or adrenaline sports lovers will Golden Helmet, which first took place Chess Championship, is also popular. why Pardubice fans cheer their team by it is no surprise that the event continued not be bored, either. Sport is really impor- in 1929, is without a doubt very famous. Runners can pit their strengths in shouting “Dynamo, Dynamo“), and for Pardubice is also famous for basketball, on a smaller scale but to the same tant for Pardubice. Thanks to the many The most famous riders compete at the the Pardubice Wine Half marathon. the next 30 years the name was Tesla which is played here at an excellent quality at the Pardubice Sports Park. sports events, Pardubice has become speedway stadium in Svítkov and the Pardubice. Well, ice hockey is something level. It has gone through great devel- popular also abroad. Sports have found race, which features several categories, special in Pardubice and an integral part opments over more than 50 years. The Discover Pardubicko 3 • Traditions of Pardubicko / Spa in Pardubicko

Lázně Bohdaneč Gočár Pavilion Magdalena fair (town of Lázně Bohdaneč) Spa promenade

Spa in Pardubicko

The town near Pardubice famous for fish Lázně Bohdaneč is visited not only because Moreover, the spa town is suitable The financial situation made the spa’s also be reminded of the personality that Therapeutic Spa prepares the opening farming can also boast that it is the only of the treatment of illnesses but also for for nature lovers. You will really enjoy founder, František Veselý, sell it after influenced the shape of Lázně Bohdaneč of the spa season which offers visitors spa venue in the . Peat relaxation. An interesting spa product the countryside surrounding Lázně four years of operation. After a period on the Gočár circuit nature trail. The a rich cultural program. The beginning reserves, due to which the town is named is a newly opened specialist medical Bohdaneč. There are plenty of cycle- of five years, when the spa was held trail starts and finishes on Masarykovo of summer traditionally belongs to the Lázně Bohdaneč, spread out over an area clinic which combines Eastern treatment ways and paths. The pond system is by the Public Credit Union, the village náměstí. One of the stops is also the spa Bohdaneč Cultural and Gastro Summer. of 42 ha and are approximately 4000 years methods and Western medicine. You can an inseparable part. Bohdaneč ponds of Bohdaneč bought it and started to park with beautiful natural vistas. No You have a unique chance to listen to old. The spa started its first season on the also try cryotherapy or oxygen therapy. and the surrounding countryside is a invest into expanding it in 1911. As only matter whether you visit Lázně Bohdaneč a number of travelling lectures, take grounds of the former distillery in 1897. The Three separate spa pavilions are connected national natural reservation. The pond the chimney remained from the original as a client or as a tourist, it is an ideal part in creative workshops, discover main curative procedure was peat baths. by a roofed colonnade, the only one of its areas have been declared national spa building, the spa architecture is place to enjoy peace and relaxation. the spa complex with a guide, have The town achieved the status of spa town kind in the Czech Republic. Moreover, the natural reserves and bird areas for connected primarily with the famous fun at some of the dance evenings in 1963. People suffering from locomotor spa town is accessible by Pardubice public preserving the spotted crake. architect Josef Gočár. One of the most The fact that Lázně Bohdaneč is a place or enjoy an open-air concert. The system diseases, obesity, those who transport so there is nothing to stop you admired local buildings is the Gočár of peace and relaxation does not mean offer does not end with summer. are overweight and are recovering from from coming and relaxing. Lázně Bohdaneč pavilion, the most important Cubist that there is no entertainment – quite injuries or operations are treated here. will captivate you with its atmosphere. building in the Czech Republic. You will the opposite. Every year, the Bohdaneč Discover Pardubicko 3 • Traditions of Pardubicko / Industry in Pardubicko

Synthesia a.s. power station power station Beer brewing

Industry in Pardubicko

Both Pardubice and Pardubicko evoke established in 1928. The Czechoslovak from oil. He considered Pardubice to be The electro-technical industry also has of the Opatovice Power Plant. It was honey and marzipan gingerbread. Beer many associations. Some of them are Joint-stock Factory for Explosive Materials an ideal place for his intention. There a big tradition in Pardubice. The first built between 1973 and 1979. Apart from brewing is also historically connected connected with gingerbread, horses or was renamed in 1934 as Explosia, a.s. was not only enough water and the passive Tamara radar sets came from generating electrical energy, it ensures with Pardubice. Its history goes back Pardubice ice-hockey. Industrial Pardu- The company expanded most in the railway in Pardubice, but also a diversi- the Pardubice Tesla company. Pardubice supplies of electricity and heat. The to the Pernštejn period. However, the bicko is not a very popular collocation. 1950s and 60s when a plastic explosive fied industry. Oils of all kinds started to industry is also connected with disrep- power plant organizes interesting tours Pardubice Brewery keeps the tradition of The chemicals industry, with its long called Semtex was developed here. replace American products not only in utable and highly visible power plant inside. The presentation takes about manufacturing Bohemian Pils-type lagers tradition, is most developed in the area. Austria but also abroad. The company chimneys. The Opatovice Power Plant 1.5 hours and the trail is 3 km long. from the 19th century alive. The Pardu- Two companies are well known in our Paramo – the Pardubice refinery of developed and flourished till 2012, when was built between 1959 and 1960. It burns bice beer family was enlarged by a new country as well as around the world, mineral oils was once one of the leading Paramo was the biggest petrochemicals 1.9 million tonnes of Most brown coal The food industry has a dominant mini-brewery called Arnošt z Pardubic on these being the Synthesia and Paramo Czech refineries. Its history started in company in the country. Today, Paramo per year. It is a coal-fired power plant position in Pardubicko, especially the the 145th anniversary of the brewery’s Pardubice factories. The Czechoslovak Vienna, where David Fanto sold paraffin is a part of Unipetrol, a leading Czech that provides electricity and heat to the gingerbread tradition, which flourished foundation. It develops new kinds of beer, Joint-stock Factory for Explosive by the litre in his shop. Business flour- group doing business in oil processing surrounding cities. Tours are possible all at the beginning of the 20th century. expands production of beer specials and Materials was founded in Semtín in 1920. ished so he decided to found his own and petrochemicals production. year round upon prior booking. Chva- There were several companies in the organizes special educational courses. An affiliated company, Synthesia, was company to distil and refine paraffin letice Power Plant is a younger sister city that employed the best experts in 4 • Pardubicko Today

Hotel Grand Pardubice East Bohemia Theatre Jan Perner square 4 Pardubicko Today

Pardubice was the biggest East Bohemian City River at the beginning of the century. is even connected to the whole world city at the beginning of the 20th century. The First Statewide Physical Education by Pardubice Airport. Pardubice has Moreover, it entered the century gloriously and Sports Exhibition was held in 1931. really been prospering lately. The Old in 1903 as organizer of the East Bohemian It brought about the construction of Town, especially the Castle, which has Exhibition, which presented the industry, new buildings such as the Grand Hotel been transformed from a dilapidated agriculture, ethnography, and the educa- and the Industry Museum, today the ruin into a beautiful historical sight, was tion of the East Bohemian region. The city Secondary School of Food-Processing reconstructed. Pardubice’s exceptional underwent intensive building, with new Technology. The new train station built in character is also given by its rich cultural city quarters and the hospital being estab- the post-war period is also worth seeing. life, provided among others by the East lished as well. Cultural life also developed, Bohemia Theatre and the Pardubice culminating in the building of the City Transport accessibility of the whole area Chamber Philharmonic. Theatre. The city’s appearance was also is well above standard. Pardubice is an influenced by regulation of the Chrudimka important railway corridor, there is a River and the subsequent filling in of the good road infrastructure and the region Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today

Lázně Bohdaneč Přelouč Holice Kunětická Hora golf resort Saunový ráj Holice

The turn of the 19th and 20th centuries Přelouč is the oldest documented settle- Holice is proud of its African Museum An extensive reconstruction of the National For example, the Kunětická Hora Golf be missing in any tourist area. Cedrus was an important milestone for Lázně ment in Pardubicko. The first change of Dr. Emil Holub but it is not the only Stud Kladruby nad Labem was completed & Spa near Dříteč is proof that Pardu- Spa – also part of the Kunětická Hora Bohdaneč. This was mainly thanks to in the development of Přelouč came in attraction in the town. The memorial at in 2015. The stud regained its Classicist bicko has something to offer in the Golf & Spa resort, offers a broad range of a peat spa focused on treating the the 19th century with the construction the local cemetery, the work of academic appearance from the beginning of the field of congress tourism. Apart from procedures and relaxation programmes. locomotor system. The town has its of a new imperial road and especially sculptor Josef Malejovský, is a reminder 19th century. Seventeen main Classicist the congress facilities, Kunětická Hora You can visit the unusual relaxation characteristic appearance because of the railroad. Therefore, Přelouč became of the strong resistance against Nazi buildings were restored, and new expo- Golf & Spa offers an 18-hole master wellness centre Saunový ráj in Holice. the landscape, ponds and classical and the second most important city in occupation. There is a network of shops, sitions and guided circuits were created. golf course meeting all the standards Apart from a broad range of saunas, you modern architecture. The town is consid- Pardubicko from the economic point restaurants and accommodation facilities The whole area is open to the public and of a modern golf area. The creator of can also enjoy a massage. Saunový ráj is ered to be one of the fastest developing of view. Today, Přelouč is well known in the town. You can get to many cities in offers plenty of interesting events, riding the golf course is top Australian golf a convenient stop for tourists who would in Pardubicko. Its advantages include for the František Filipovský Award the Czech Republic from Holice by bus or events and seminars focused on the Old course designer Graham Marsh, who like to get some rest during their travels. the accessibility of the D11 motorway for dubbing. There are both historical train, for example, to Hradec Králové or Kladruber breed of horses and their use. has built more than 80 golf courses all You can enjoy a whirlpool, Kneipp foot and the city of Pardubice, and the spa and modern sights, as well as tech- Svitavy. around the world. It is one of the longest bath, sensory showers and massages. itself as a source of employment. The nical sights, nature places and cultural The range of tourist services offered courses in the Czech Republic. A sauna town has a rich cultural and social life. or sports events. All worth seeing! throughout Pardubicko is developing. centre is another service that cannot Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today / 20th Century Architecture

Pardubice East Bohemia Theatre Pardubice Region Office Komerční banka Secondary school of Food-Processing technology Machoňova passage

20th Century Architecture

The East Bohemian Theatre Pardubice it plays in the amphitheatre on the Today‘s Komerční banka building on The customs house, which was damaged The Secondary School of Food-Pro- Beautiful and representative surround- is one of the oldest theatre stages in Kunětická hora Castle vantage point. náměstí Republiky was known as the by Swedish troops during the Thirty Years‘ cessing Technology is another significant ings in the Art Deco Style welcome you Bohemia. The foundation stone was U České koruny Pub in the 19th century. War, used to stand on the site of today‘s building of the 20th century architecture. in Machoňova passage. This five-floor laid precisely on the 39th anniversary The Regional and Municipal Authority The first community theatre perfor- Grand shopping centre in the 16th century. This modern building was designed by city building with a shopping arcade of the laying of the foundation stone building in Pardubice was built in mances took place here. The pub was The Patzelt couple bought the land in the a local, architect Karel Řepa. That is was constructed in 1925 according of the National Theatre in Prague. 1924 as the headquarters of the post sold to Angločeská banka in 1923, which 19th century and established the Kotel how the Industry Museum was estab- to a design by Ladislav Machoň. The A beautiful Secession building was and telegraph general directorate. The had a new building constructed here two hotel and pub here. The Grand Hotel lished in 1931. However, after World arcade with flats had 28 shops and an constructed between 1906 and 1909. It is building, designed by Ladislav Machoň, is years later according to designs by Josef designed by Josef Gočár was established War II the museum ceased to exist and underground restaurant when finished. the work of the Prague architect Antonín an excellent example of modern archi- Gočár. Gočár took the proximity of the here in 1931. It served as a multi-purpose the building started to be used by the Notice that the frontage is enlivened Balšánek. The facade is decorated tecture’s approach to older surrounding late Gothic city tower Green Gate into representative building and became Secondary School of Food-Processing with four statues by Karel Dvořák, a with portraits of Czech dramatists and buildings. During World War II the consideration and that is why he used the main social centre in Pardubice for Technology, which has remained here fisherman, textile man, joiner and dyer. composers. The East Bohemian Theatre building became infamous as the office copper plating for the roof of the bank many generations. The Grand became a to this day. There is one remarkable plays in the City Theatre on the Small of the Schutzpolizei. Many brave men which you can find also on the roof of shopping centre at the end of the 1990s. feature on the school premises, a Stage in the courtyard and in summer were interrogated and tortured here. Green Gate. The interior was fundamentally changed. small functional automatic mill. Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today / 20th Century Architecture

Pardubice main station Automatic Mills Crematorium Gočár Pavilion (www.carokraj.cz) Holice House of Culture

The Main Train Station in Pardubice famous builder of railways, in the recon- Karel was chairman of the East Bohemian The Spa Pavilion that bears the name Antonín Hils. Josef Gočár also took has a sculptural decoration celebrating introduces one of the best examples structed area in front of the station. riding club and thanks to him concrete of its creator, the famous architect Josef part in modifications to the shops, the femininity. The modern Sokol Gymnasium of postwar Functionalism in Bohemia. stands were built at the racecourse. Gočár, was ceremonially opened on spa colonnade and the reconstruction in Holice also cannot be omitted. It was It is the masterpiece of Karel Řepa and The Automatic Mills are one of the most 1st May 1913. Gočár designed not only of the water treatment plant and the built in 1913 in the Geometric Modern Karel Kalvoda. The Main Train Station beautiful buildings from the 20th century The Crematorium was built according to its external appearance but also the carbon spa. His hand is unmistakeable, Style according to plans by the architect was opened in 1958 and is considered in Pardubicko. The mills were designed a design by the architect Pavel Janák in complete interior, including furniture, which is why students of architecture Otakar Novotný. The building also served one of the most pleasant train stations by Josef Gočár for brothers Egon and the Rondocubism style. Reconstruction chandeliers and the wall paintings. from European universities often visit at the beginning as a cultural and social in the Czech Republic. There is a memo- Karl Winternitz and are still a unique of the building was finished in 2009. It A highly comfortable and practical his pavilion. Gočár had the luck to be centre. During World War II a large eagle rial plaque to Ing. Jan Kašpar in the dominant feature of the city today. Thus, cost 20 million crowns. The Crematorium building in its time, it still serves its born at the right time, when the artistic disappeared from its frontage. After the fourth platform underpass. It stands it is no surprise that a year after the end became famous especially because of purpose today. However, its present world was opening up to the future. war, from 1949 to 1956, it served Holice on the site of a former hangar of the of operations, in 2013, they were put on Juraj Herz’s film Spalovač mrtvol (1968) appearance differs from Gočár‘s citizens mainly as a cinema, while today aviation school from where his first the list of national cultural sights of the with Rudolf Hrušínský in the leading role. realization. Due to the lack of rooms, The creator of the Community Centre it is used only for physical education flight was undertaken. You can take a Czech Republic. The Winternitz family a second attic wing was built in 1926 in Holice is the Slovak architect Štefan and sport by local schools and clubs. photo with the statue of Jan Perner, a members were very active in public life. according to a design by the architect Imrich. The frontage of the building Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today / Museums and Galleries

East Bohemia Museum Museum of MHD and Railway Pardubice Nature Park Gingerbread Cottage Museum in

Museums and Galleries

The East Bohemian Museum in Pardu- the permanent and thematic displays, the Pardubice region in six rooms, as The environmental, visitor, information The display answers the questions of Gingerbread Cottage include more than bice has been located in Pardubice Castle do not miss the castle tour, which well as an extensive outdoor display. and educational centre Nature Park who Dr. Emil Holub was, what it is like to one thousand gingerbreads from all over since 1920. The permanent displays were is focused on Late Gothic and Early Pardubice is not exactly a museum. It is fulfil your dreams of travelling, what his the Czech Republic. They are mostly the established step by step and collections Renaissance architecture and fine arts. The Aviatic Museum of Ing. Jan Kašpar, a place that features many interesting relationship to women was or whether winning works of a variety of competitions. were enlarged in Pardubice Museum, which you will find near Pardubice educational displays – a popularizing you would find his descendants in Africa. which has used the name East Bohe- The Museum of MHD and Railway in Airport, is the only display in Bohemia centre. Sets of visitor-operated tools You will come across the biggest display mian Museum since 1964. It has about Rosice nad Labem is located in a former devoted just to the development of avia- make up part of displays that visitors Jeníček and Mařenka got lost and of its kind in Bohemia in the village of 800 thousand pieces in its collections waterworks from the 19th century. The tion in the first half of the 20th century. can borrow at the info centre. You can stumbled across the well-known Ginger- Rokytno in the Museum of Boys’ dream, and about 70 employees work here. It building was rented by the Railway The majority of exhibits focus on the life become a scientist or simply a tourist. bread Cottage. An unusual reflection on girls allowed to enter. It is a display of publishes two specialized periodical Transportation History Association, which of the Pardubice aviation pioneer and the You can explore a hall with animals or the fairytale “O perníkové chaloupce“ is little car models from 1955–1985 from the anthologies and other publications. It is saw the beginning of its reconstruction. development of aviation in Pardubicko. get to know the Natura 2000 system. prepared for children in the village of collection of Rokytno citizen Václav one of the 20 most important museum Visitors can find here about 700 relics No aviation and plane fan should miss Ráby, while adults’ attention will be caught Blažek. The display was opened on 25th institutions in the Czech Republic. There or documents from the history of the this museum. Do not forget to visit the famous African by the history of the craft and production August 2014 and it has been very popular are 11 permanent displays. Apart from railway and public transport mainly from Museum of Dr. Emil Holub in Holice. of Pardubice gingerbread. Displays in since then. Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today / Museums and Galleries

Eastern Bohemia Gallery GAMPA Gallery Mázhaus Green Gate Green Gate, exhibition Divadlo 29

Pardubicko will also appeal to lovers surroundings of Příhrádek. The Gallery entrance of its headquarters in 1998. Mázhaus is an exhibition and communi- with the castle it dominates the city. artists connected to the Pardubice of gallery art. The first stop can be for of Pardubice was established in 2012 as The gallery is located in a preserved cation area of Pardubice city. Projects and In fact, it consists of two buildings – region are emphasized. Divadlo 29 also example the East Bohemian Gallery in a public cultural initiative. Its aim is to Gothic-Renaissance building from the exhibition activity in the Mázhaus area the gate and the tower, about 60 m hosts accompanying exhibitions for Pardubice, displays of which you will enrich the public space with an exhi- 16th century on Pernštýnské náměstí. by Pardubice Town Hall on Pernštýnské tall. Historical exhibitions intended for selected projects of their own (One find in Pardubice Castle. Apart from the bition area of the Kunsthalle type. The The programme of the exhibition hall náměstí follow the cultural life in children can be found on the mezza- World Film Festival, Week for Mental displays, you can come to the gallery to Gallery does not produce any collections is focused on authorial exhibitions Pardubice. The Mázhaus programme is nine floors. They introduce and explain Health). Divadlo 29 is the name for enjoy many lectures focused on art or of the museum type. It does not own any of current photographers and artists. created in cooperation with a variety legends connected to the history of all the area and activities organized on display tours with commentary. The artworks. The display area introduces The exhibitions are not free to enter of non-profit organizations, amateur Pardubice in a comprehensible way. in Building no. 29 on sv. Anežky České most admired Baroque city sight, Dům hosted authorial projects that change but profits are donated to the fine arts artists and schools in the city. Interactive Street in the historical centre of Pardu- u Jonáše, is a part of the gallery as well. every two months. Visitors in this way department of the school Základní displays and workshops for children and Club of Divadlo 29 is also an interesting bice, where it has been active since You will find it on Pernštýnské náměstí. get acquainted with current art topics. umělecká škola Pardubice – Polabiny. youth are a part of the programme. exhibition area. There are on average 2002. Divadlo 29 presents itself as a The Gallery program is focused on the 12 exhibitions a year held in the club. multigenre cultural centre with the You will come across the Gallery of The FONS Beneficial Gallery was opened authorial exhibitions of contemporary Green Gate represents one of the most Exhibitors are mainly young artists and function of introducing and promoting Pardubice (GAMPA) in the beautiful by the STAPRO s.r.o. company in the photographers and visual artists. popular features of Pardubice as together students of fine arts colleges. Young present mainstream art across genres. Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today / Nature and Relaxation

Vysoké Chvojno arboretum Choltice game reserve Bohdaneč ponds Pardubice Chateau Park

Nature and Relaxation

You will find a number of locations of them, you can see a number of birch memorable trees. The game reserve National nature reserve Bohdaneč pond insects, mammals, and birds dependent and is an important nesting site for European importance in Pardubicko – trees and spruces and a great many is used by castle visitors and Choltice and Matka pond extends over an area on the vegetation of old trees and birds. There are 146 bird species. thus, the kind of protected area of the polypores. This place fulfils a biological, citizens for walks, during which they of 250 ha north of Lázně Bohdaneč. This further, protected species of animals Natura 2000 system that is declared educational and relaxing function. can feel as if in a haunted forest. Fallen area features a system of water and and plants linked to rocks, dry grass Pardubické podzámčí ranks among for the protection of natural stands trees, torsos, and crowns covered with wetland biotopes created around one of and old orchards. The location of the the important European locations. It of wild animals and plants, which Choltice game reserve is another mistletoe evoke an unusual atmosphere. the biggest existing ponds of the former same name takes up almost the same is protected because of the presence are areas definitely worth visiting. natural pearl. It is freely connected to Pernštejn complex. It includes peatland, area and was declared to protect the of Hermit beetle, which lives in the the Choltice castle park. It was declared Bažantnice v Uhersku may be an ordinary bushes and reeds with nesting sites of significantly endangered Hermit beetle. remains of an alley of limes. There are One of these locations is Buky u Vysokého a natural reserve to protect the forests forest for one person, but a place with a marsh and water birds. It is a stop for several lime trees including hollow Chvojna. This natural reserve about 5ha rich in magnificent oak, beech and ash pleasant and powerful atmosphere for migratory birds and thus is a protected You will come across the Baroch reser- ones in the area. Its decaying wood is in size was declared a protected area in trees. The torsos of two oak trees with another. There is a number of rare plants ornithological site. vation near Kunětická hora. It was a suitable environment for the beetle. 1994. The main reason for this protection a trunk circumference of 885 cm and and a lot of birds nesting here. North of declared in 1998 to protect an important Inside the castle walls in an oasis is a natural mixed primeval forest with 675 cm have been preserved in the game this area, you will come across the hidden Kunětická hora Nature Site was declared pond and its surroundings. It consists of calm live 50 species of protected giant exemplars of oaks. Apart from reserve. Both torsos are registered as ruins of the Neulust Hunting Castle. in 2014 on an area of 27.25 ha to protect of peatland with rich flora and fauna animals, in particular singing birdlife. Discover Pardubicko 4 • Pardubicko Today / Nature and Relaxation

Bubeníkovy sady Na Špici Park Tyršovy sady Příhrádek Bohdaneč ponds, observation tower Gočár tourist trail (town of Lázně Bohdaneč)

The first public park in Pardubice is called The Castle banks are a reminder of the form a green oasis of peace and quiet in You can also relax in Pardubicko country- Church, the Automatic Mills, Komenského You can also enjoy a pleasant and Bubeníkovy sady. Matiční lake, covered 15th century when Vilém of Pernštejn had the city centre together with Tyršovy sady. side on the several nature trails crossing náměstí, Dům U Jonáše). peaceful atmosphere on the nature trail with a number of water lilies, is a part the tower house rebuilt as a castle. At the this beautiful area. of the Gočár circuit. The walking trail of the park. The northern part is rich in same time, a massive fortification was The newly reconstructed Na Špici park The natural trail through the Bohdaneč mainly introduces important works by woody plants. You can also find here a built whose appearance has been hosted the Olympic Park Pardubice in One such trail that connects important pond national nature reservation must the architect Josef Gočár that he created statue of the first city mayor, Václav preserved to this day. Because the castle 2016. The confluence of the Labe and places in Pardubice, is the trail of Vilém also be mentioned. The trail is divided for Lázně Bohdaneč town. The trail leads Bubeník. was kept as a fort, it was not possible to Chrudimka rivers is ideal for water of Pernštejn. You will discover the into three branches (west, north, and through the town centre with its spa form walls by means of vegetation. All activities, and a sports and recreational historical city centre on this trail. It east). It leads almost exclusively (except pavilions, the spa park, and the nearest Tyršovy sady is the newly renovated city this changed in the 19th century when zone can be found here. You will also measures 2.5 km in length and starts near for the northern part) away from the town surroundings. The most interesting park in Pardubice that invites visitors the castle ceased to be considered a find a calm zone in the Čičák water Green Gate, a 20-min walk from the train reservation area, though, not along the stops include the Gočár Spa Pavilion, a to rest in this green and cultivated military fortress. A significant change in area with its bird observatory. There station. The trail has 10 stops altogether pond bank but through the surrounding water tank and the Functionalist villa environment. It features Pardubice the appearance of the banks took place is the option to use a sheltered fire- (Green Gate, Pernštýnské náměstí, forest or meadows. An observation tower (designed by J. Gočár), a sundial, Kuttner Castle, Pernštýnské náměstí, třída Míru because of it. Even though the banks place, sports equipment hire, a street Příhrádek, the Castle, the East Bohemian on Polák‘s peninsula offers a view of the Chapel, the Tiller Seat, etc. and the lock chamber near the park. went through changes over the years, they workout, showers or a picnic place. Museum, Tyršovy sady, St. Bartholomew‘s surface of Bohdaneč ponds. Tourist area Pardubicko Tourist Information Centers of Pardubicko

Turistické informační centrum Pardubice Turistické informační centrum Zdechovice náměstí Republiky 1 Zdechovice 96 530 02 Pardubice 533 11 Zdechovice Tel.: (+420) 466 768 390, (+420) 775 068 390 Tel.: (+420) 606 660 236 www.ipardubice.cz www.zdechovice.cz Lázně Bohdaneč Městsko-lázeňské informační centrum Informační centrum Děda Vševěda Lázně Bohdaneč, o. p. s. V Perníkové chaloupce 38 Kladruby Ráby Pernštýnská 117 533 52 Ráby n. Labem Holice 533 41 Lázně Bohdaneč Tel.: (+420) 466 612 474, (+420) 602 413 134 Tel.: (+420) 774 444 234 www.pernikova-chaloupka.cz Zdechovice ic.bohdanec.cz Přelouč Informační centrum Národní hřebčín Pardubice Kulturní a informační centrum města Přelouče Kladruby nad Labem, s.p.o. Masarykovo náměstí 26 Kladruby nad Labem 1 535 01 Přelouč 533 14 Kladruby nad Labem Tel.: (+420) 739 480 292 Tel.: (+420) 601 191 580 www.kicmp.cz www.nhkladruby.cz

Informační centrum – Kulturní dům města Holic Holubova 768 534 01 Holice Tel.: (+420) 466 920 476 www.kdholice.cz Founders of the Society

Pardubicko – Czech Gingerbread Heart Tourism Development Association Klášterní 54 530 02 Pardubice www.TOPardubicko.cz Financially www.facebook.com/TOPardubicko/ supported by