Velké Meziříčí has a remarkable chateau complex and is well worth visiting. Visitors should also explore the scenic chateau park, climb the clock tower and maybe stop in the Harrach microbrewery!
Category: Vysočina
*A walk around historic Náměšť nad Oslavou, with an optional stop in Velká Bíteš: 5 km (extendable) *
Náměšť nad Oslavou, renowned for its Renaissance chateau and Baroque bridge has an attractive cultural trail around the town, including a section beside the pretty Oslava river.
*Walks around the unique Mohelno Serpentine Steppe and reservoir area: 5 km to 20 km*
Visit the Moravian town of Mohelno to explore the unique rocky steppe landscape and (optionally) loop around the pretty reservoir for some iconic views and historic sites.
A short stop in the Vysočina brewery town of Kamenice nad Lipou: 1 km
Kamenice nad Lipou is a charming town featuring an ancient linden tree located in the pretty chateau park. Cap the visit with a stop in the superb renovated brewery.
*Discovering castles along the Sázava river – from Zruč to Ledeč: 25 km (with shorter options)*
The hiking trail between the Sázava riverside towns of Zruč to Ledeč (with their famous castles) is very attractive and can be done as a one-way route by using the railway running beside the river.
*A walk in the meadows above the scenic villages of Blatiny and Krátká in the Žďárské vrchy: 7 km*
A lovely short and easy walk in the hills and meadows of the central highlands of Žďárské vrchy, with picturesque farmsteads, towering rocks and an iconic café!
*Devět skal and other famous gneiss rock formations in Žďárské vrchy: 7 km to 17 km*
Devět skal (836m] is the highest point in Žďárské vrchy and a justifiably popular viewpoint, but why not visit a few other of the iconic gneiss rock towers on the same trip!
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 short tour around historic Jihlava, the capital of the Vysočina region: 4 km
Jihlava straddles the Moravian/Bohemian border and is the oldest mining town in the country. It has some interesting architecture and fine medieval walls, which can be easily explored on this quick tour.
A short walk around the UNESCO listed sites in the historic town of Třebíč: 4 km
Třebíč is one of the oldest towns in the country, founded in 1101 and famous today for its UNESCO listed Jewish quarter and Christian Basilica. Take this short walk around the main sites.
*From Třešť to Telč, via the hunting castle of Roštejn – a 17 km hike*
Enjoy a slow approach to the ‘must see’ UNESCO listed Renaissance town of Telč, by hiking through the lovely Vysočina meadows and forests, stopping on the way at the unique hunting castle of Roštejn.
*Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site of Telč (and its 86 fishponds) – a 5 km walk*
Most people visit Telč simply to walk around its magnificent Renaissance main square, but consider extending the trip to enjoy the views beside the encircling fishponds and in the chateau park.
Walks to two splendid Vysočina chateaux: Pacov and Kámen – 2 km to 14 km
If touring the Vysočina region, take a moment to stop by and walk around two (relatively unknown) castle-chateaux: Pacov and Kámen. The gardens at Kámen are really splendid especially in late spring.
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!
An easy walk around the historic town of Havlíčkův Brod on the Sázava river: 2 km
Havlíčkův Brod, one of several historic towns in the Vysočina region, is worth exploring on a short walk for its scenic Baroque town square and impressive medieval fortifications.
Walks to the romantic ruins of Orlík castle near Humpolec: 2 km to 8 km
The 14th century ruins of Orlík castle are perched on a hill 2 km to the east of Humpolec. The unique tower viewpoint offers a super panorama. There are various route options to reach the castle.