This tour NE of Kutná Hora is notable for various religious and historical monuments, including Baroque churches, the Sedlec Ossuary, and the Empire-style Kačina chateau and park.
Category: Kutná Hora + environs
*A short walk along the Labe river near the historic town of Týnec nad Labem: 4 km*
If visiting the Kolín region, take a moment to stop in historic Týnec nad Labem for a short walk and take the scenic path circling an ancient Celtic oppidum next to the river Labe.
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.
*An extended tour of Kutná Hora including Sedlec and the surrounding hills: 16 km*
Kutná Hora is one of the most picturesque Bohemian towns, famous for its UNESCO listed Gothic and Baroque architecture. Take an extended tour of the town and surrounding hills on this varied route.
Walks along the Labe river between the historic towns of Kolín and Poděbrady: 19 km to 39 km
For a long flat walk beside the Labe river, the footpaths on both sides of the river between the attractive spa town of Poděbrady and historical Kolín are excellent options.
Short walks in historic Kolín (and the immediate area along the river Labe): 3 km to 8 km
Kolín may be viewed more as an industrial center today, but its historical center is still worth exploring and there are some nice walking options along the Labe river starting in Kolín.
A walk along the Výrovka river valley from Radim chateau to Vrbčany – 6 km (extendable)
Visit the interesting Renaissance chateau at Radim and then take a tranquil walk along the Výrovka river valley to visit the very old church in Vrbčany. The trip may be extended with a unique educational trail.
The Marcomanni educational trail from Dobřichov, near Kolín – 2 km
A short but interesting educational trail starting at the village of Dobřichov explores the way of life of the Germanic Marcomanni tribe which occupied Bohemia during the first two centuries AD.
The Hussite trail near Kutná Hora, including Sion castle and Jan Žižka’s final battlefield – 10 km
The Kutná Hora region experienced some fierce flighting during the Hussite Wars of the 15th century. This scenic nature trail visits two important battle sites, including the legendary ruins of Sion castle.
A 5 km walk around the UNESCO World Heritage town of Kutná Hora
This short walk tours around the main architectural sites of the UNESCO listed town of Kutná Hora, which became extremely in the Middle ages due to its extensive silver deposits.
Exploring the Stone Age sites near Kutná Hora, along the silver mining trail – a 14 km tour
The scenic silver mining nature trail to the south of Kutná Horá leads through the surrounding hills and along the Vrhlice valley, passing old mines, water mills and important Stone Age settlement areas.
Along the Doubrava river to the fairytale castle of Žleby – 6 km
Žleby is one of the most striking neo-Renaissance chateaux in the country. Take a hike along the scenic Doubrava river from Ronov and gradually draw closer and closer to the fairytale turrets and towers.
A short walk around the attractive royal town of Čáslav – 2 km
Čáslav is an ancient town easily missed due to its proximity to Kutná Hora, but has its own rich history and varied architecture to explore in a short walk around the attractive town center.
*A 3 km (extendable) walk in the park at the impressive Empire-style Kačina chateau*
Kačina chateau is an exceptional early 19th century mansion, situated in an extensive English-style park near Kutná Hora. Both park and chateau are worth visiting on this short and easy walk.