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Libočany Castle
In 1553 on the site of the present day castle, there used to be a stronghold where Václav Hájek of Libočany, the well known Czech chronicler was born. The village boasts not only the castle but also the single nave Church of All Saints, featuring two towers on the western frontage and a richly decorated facade. It is also worthwhile exploring the nearby town of Žatec, that used to be one of the Royal towns first mentioned in 1004. The town offers a whole range of ...
Archeological Outdoor Museum Březno near Louny
The Březno archeological outdoor museum is located 3 km to the west of Louny, representing a completely unique monument of not just regional, but also national importance. Březno is one of the best researched archeological locations in our country. Long-term archeological research led by PhDr. Ivana Pleinerova took place between 1954 and 1981. Follow-up to the research was a scientific experiment in 1981 - 1992, the objective of which was to verify and describe possible ...
Telšské Valley
Telšské Valley runs along the River Běla to the village of Orasín. It stretches all the way from the western edge of Jirkov to the very heart of the Krušné Mountains. It ends at the rock-filled dam of Jirkov Water Reservoir which was built in the first half of the 1960s. The locality is accessible but first you must receive a permit from the Povodí Ohře state company. The valley is an ideal trip destination, both for hikers and ...
Village Conservation Area - Kamenická Stráň
The lovely hamlet of Kamenická Stráň is full of log cabins, often half-timbered houses, and it is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque villages in the country. Since 1995 the village has been declared a Conservation Area. The houses are scattered around the maiden countryside, and the atmosphere of the area is enhanced by the crosses and columns of the crucifixion that are situated near the small pond. The hamlet can be found ca 5 km from the village of ...
Brethrens' Altars - Horní Kamenice
On the south-eastern side of Jehla (superb views), towards the end of the wooded side chasm you will find a hidden altar, known as the Brethren's Altar. Frames and niches for the Stations of the Cross pictures and statues of saints have been hewn into the sandstone rocks around a small plateau accessible via stone stairs. According to a folk tale, between 1515 and 1614 when the Kamenice Estate was owned by Protestant nobility, Catholics used to meet here in secret; the roles ...
Dušan's Observation Point - Osek
Dušan's Observation Point is the smallest rock formation on the foothills of Stropník Hill. The views over the surrounding countryside are both wonderful and fascinating, you can see the Teplice Basin, České středohoří (Central Bohemian Uplands and its hills: Milešovka, Bořeň, Raná), and finally the pits of the Bílina mines and the local power stations. There is a sheltered place where you can enjoy a snack and a rest. You ...
Tereza Observation Point
On the slopes of Mt. Jedlová (853 m) you will find Tereza's Observation Point near the forest track leading from Vysoká Pec to the peak of Jedlová (853 m). In the past there used to be a wooden folly there. Only the stone foundations and the access staircase have survived. This used to be a very popular tourist destination, as it offers lovely views over České středohoří (Central Bohemian Uplands), Jezeří Castle and the nearby brown ...
St Catherine's Church - Hora Svaté Kateřiny
St Catherine's Church was built in 1611-1612; in 1785 it was rebuilt in the Baroque style and in 1785 a tower was added. A Pieta statue from 1729 can be found in front of the church. The vicarage, situated opposite the church, dates back to 1860. The Parish Church of St Catherine. The nave has a new roof, the church has new windows and doors. The area around the church has been drained. At the end of November 2007 a part of the roof collapsed (after a storm) and water started ...
Peruc
This beautiful small town is exactly the place where, according to legend, the Czech Prince Oldřich rested by a small spring, tired after a long hunt, where he saw a well shaped country woman washing clothes (in Old Czech the word for washing in the required grammatical form was perúc, therefore the name of the village was until then called Opučná). What follows has been described in many books and those of you who enjoy a bit of historical romance might have read it. ...
Memorial of Přemysl the Ploughman - Stadice
In the valley of the Bílina River, not very far from Trmice you will find the time-honoured village of Stadice. According to legend this is where ploughman Přemysl, who was summoned by Princess Libuše to join her on the royal throne, comes from. This legend has been depicted in many works of art. In Stadice you will be reminded of the legend by the local memorial dating back to 1841. It was built by the House of Nostic and their architect Staumann. The relief boards ...
