Zvíkov is one of Bohemia’s most important early Gothic castles. Take a short walk from the nearby village to visit this spectacularly sited castle and maybe stop in the brewery for refreshments!
Category: Písek district
A short walk in the forested landscape near the spa chateau of Vráž: 6 km
On a tour of South Bohemia, consider a stop in Vráž (just a few km north of Písek) to visit the chateau and follow one of the trails in the attractive forests bordering the Otava river.
A tour around the historic South Bohemian town of Písek: 4 km
Písek, situated on the banks of the river Otava, is famous for its 13th century stone bridge – the oldest in the country. Spend half a day exploring the old town and visit the exceptional museum!
A 16 km (extendable) circuit beside the reservoir to the south of Orlík nad Vltavou
A rugged nature trail runs for 25 km beside the scenic Orlík reservoir between the two famous chateau of Zvíkov and Orlík. This is a circular route using the northern section of that trail.
*A short walk around the park area at Chateau Orlík: 6 km*
Orlík is one of the most famous and striking of the many chateaux that dot the Bohemian landscape. A walk in the rugged park area offers some excellent views of the chateau and Orlík reservoir.
A short walk to the best viewpoint over Zvíkov, the ‘king of Czech castles’ – 3 km
Zvíkov is one of Bohemia’s most popular medieval fortresses. Before visiting this super castle, take a short walk to this little known viewpoint overlooking the Orlík reservoir.