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Shorter walks around Kostomlaty castle ruins at the edge of České středohoří: 4 km to 14 km
Kostomlaty castle is one of the nicer castle ruins in a region full of crumbling medieval fortresses. Extend the trip with an easy walk in the hills and forests of this attractive protected landscape.
A walk along the Bradava mill stream, starting in historic Spálené Poříčí: 6 km (extendable)
Spálené Poříčí is a small west Bohemian town, with an interesting history. Take a short walk along the attractive Bradava stream (continuing if desired into the nearby Brdy hills).
*Manětín to Nečtiny with an optional return along the Mlýnská stezka: 6 km to 13 km*
Visit the splendid Baroque chateau in Manětín, one of west Bohemia's hidden gems, and combine the trip with an excellent walk in the forests of the Manětínská nature park.
A full circuit of the northern section of Slapy reservoir, starting in Slapy village: 26 km
This long walk near scenic Slapy is unusual in that it manages to access trails on both east and west sides of the reservoir. The trails are usually quiet and there are long sections in the mixed forests.
*A personal selection of TOP walks*
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Veltrusy chateau and its English park - 5 km to 10 km easy walks
Veltrusy is one of the most important and original Baroque chateaux in Bohemia. It has a large English-style park to explore, filled with 18th century monuments, ornate bridges and tree-lined alleys.
Circular routes along the Labe river between Neratovice and Kostelec nad Labem: 17 km - 19 km
This nice flat circular walk between two attractive towns on the Labe, has an option to follow a riverside trail in both directions or take a cross country route through the farming villages for one leg.
An excursion into the sandstone rock areas near the Cz-D border at Ostrov - 13 km (extendable)
This walk explores the remarkable sandstone rock complexes and table mountains on both sides of the Cz/D border in the very far north of Bohemia, close to the famous rock walls of Tisá.
On the trail of Václav Havel in the Krkonoše foothills - 6 to 14 km walks near Mladé Buky
A couple of suggestions for short walks in the forests and sandstone rocks of the Krkonoše foothills near Václav Havel's former country home and the romantic ruins of Břečstejn castle.
Walks in the 'fairytale forest' above Bílina: 3 km to 7 km
The ancient town of Bílina in northwest Bohemia may be best known for its sparkling mineral water, but in the forest above the town is a trail full of fairytale figures, which will appeal to both young and old!
A short exploration of the Český les landscape near the Baroque chateau of Diana - 7km
The Kolowrat trail in the Český les protected nature area passes through the old village of Diana, with its Baroque hunting chateau and attractive forest and water meadow areas.
Vinařická hora and the legendary home of Libuše: a 17 km tour
Take a varied walk from Libušín through the attractive forested area north of Kladno to visit the legendary hillfort home of Libuše and the unusual volcanic hill of Vinařická hora with its fine views.
A short walk to the Mořinka menhir (standing stone) and accompanying sculpture
A very short hike (500m) to the viewpoint on the hill above the attractive medieval village of Mořinka to see the modern menhir and its accompanying surreal sculpture.
*A visit to vyhlídka Máj (and related viewpoints) starting in Třebsín: 9 km*
Vyhlídka Máj is the most famous (and popular) viewpoint over the meandering Vltava river. There are two similar viewpoints just below Máj. Visit all three on this scenic route starting in Třebsín village.
*A tour around Luž (793m), the highest peak in the Lužické mountains: 4 km to 7 km*
Luž peak straddles the Czech-German border in the far north of Bohemia and has a super view from the modern tower on the summit. There are some good restaurants on this circular route!
A tour of the historic villages west of Kutná Hora, starting in Ratboř: 22 km
The open countryside near Kutná Hora is full of historic monuments and definitely worth exploring. This circular route mostly follows quiet country roads through the scenic villages.
*A fine circular route from Budyně nad Ohří through Lázně Mšené: 21 km*
Several fine walks start at the famous water castle in Budyně nad Ohří. This is one of the nicest with a variety of different scenery, views and historical buildings on the route.
Ondřejov observatory and Josef Lada's Hrusice - an 11 km tour
An easy 11km walk in the hills and forests around the famous illustrator Josef Lada's home village of Hrusice, passing through the historical Ondřejov observatory area.
From Záběhlice to Hostivař in southern Prague, following the Botič stream: 7 km
An easy walk through two historic Prague villages, following the meandering course of the famous Botič stream to reach the popular Hostivař reservoir.
*A circuit around new nature trail created below Jordán peak (826m) in the Brdy hills: 16 km*
This is one of the best medium length walks in the Brdy region, starting in historic Zaječov and visiting the former military area around Jordán peak, with great views and scenicforest areas.
Some surprises in the farmland east of Prague - a 20km tour from Uhříněves
The flat farming terrain surrounding Uhříněves provides a surprising number of sites for walkers to explore, including scenic ponds and ancient fortresses on this richly varied 20km hike.
An easy 3 km walk around a jewel of the Vysočina region - Pelhřimov
Pelhřimov may not be top of the list of famous places to visit in Vysočina, yet the lovely town square is full of superb Renaissance and Baroque architecture. It is definitely worth a stop for a quick walk!
*A complete circle of 'the world' - a 12 km tour around Třeboň's famous Svět fishpond*
One of the best walks in South Bohemia is the full circuit of the panoramic Svět lake, constructed in the 16th century by the Rožmberk family as part of a huge complex of fish ponds.
Circuits near Slapy reservoir visiting the Drtinova viewing tower on Besedná hill: 8 km to 18 km
Several good walking routes near the scenic Slapy reservoir visit viewing towers built on the hills surrounding the reservoir. Drtinova tower is one of the best in the area!
*Mumlava - an easy walk to Bohemia's most beautiful series of waterfalls: 3 km to 12 km*
Mumlava waterfall, near Harrachov, is a deservedly popular tourist destination. It is possible to avoid the crowds by continuing up the asphalt road to view the cascades higher up the mountain.
A circuit around Kotel (1435m) a majestic Krkonoše peak, starting in Horní Misečky: 12 km
Kotel is the 10th highest and considered one of the most beautiful peaks in the country. View all sides of this fine mountain by taking the circular mountain trail starting at the ski village of Horní Misečky.
A visit to the Santini masterpiece at Mariánský Týnec and former monastery lands: 10 km
The monastery at Mariánský Týnec is a relatively unknown Baroque gem: one of the most interesting sites in west Bohemia. Visit one of Santini's best works and walk around the former monastery lands.
A 12 km circular walk to the summit of Milešovka - the highest peak in České středohoří
The highest and visibly dominant peak in the remarkable volcanic landscape of České středohoří area is Milešovka (837m). Take the time for a varied circular hike to this iconic summit.
A visit to Oheb castle ruins perched high above Seč reservoir - 3 km to 6 km
The romantic ruins of Oheb castle look down on the shimmering waters of Seč reservoir. The short walk from the reservoir shores is worthwhile, with the option of a dip in the lake afterwards!
A walk in the foothills of Bílé Karpaty from Luhačovice spa - 13 km
This circular walk from the famous Moravian spa town of Luhačovice provides a nice introduction to the attractive forests and meadows of the Bílé Karpaty hills in sotheast Moravia.
A short walk to the viewpoint on Blšanský chlum, near Louny: 3 km
Blšanský chlum is a volcanic peak close to the historic town of Louny, just off the D7 highway. There is a super view from the summit. The hill is a protected zone due to rare plants and butterflies.
*Podtrosecká údolí - an 8 km flat walk along this beautiful valley*
A lovely flat 'there and back' walk along the Podtrosecká valley, which starts at Vidlák and follows the path of the Jordánka stream, through the sandstone gorge past two other small lakes
A circuit around the unique Baroque landscape of Kladruby monastery: 8 km
Kladruby is the site of one of Santini's most famous works, the reconstructed Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. Tour the Baroque landscape around the monastery on this easy circuit.
The Milovská nature trail including a visit to the Čtyři palice rocks: 7 km
The varied Milovská nature trail explores the nature and history of the glassmaking settlements around the Svratka river in the center of Žďárské vrch. The unique Čtyři palice rocks are nearby.
A visit to Kunžvart castle and the prehistoric ritual site on the slopes of Strážný (1115m): 6 km
The stone tower of Kunžvart is a remnant of possibly the highest castle in the country. It is an easy walk through attractive prehistoric forests from the Šumava border village of Strážný,
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