Historic Rokycany, in west Bohemia, is well worth a visit. Combine a trip with a tour around Klabava reservoir and a walk up to Vršíček church, which has an interesting story!
Category: Plzeň region
An easy walk from Rokycany to Plzeň, along the Pan-European cycle path: 20 km to 23 km
The Pan-European cycle path segment between Plzeň and Rokycany is not just for cyclists, but is a nice walk for hikers too! It connects two historic towns, well worth exploring…
*Along the Berounka river to Krašov castle and the medieval church of St Peter & Paul: 6 km to 24 km*
Here are a few walking options to visit the Gothic 13th century Krašov castle ruins and the unique restored chapel of St. Paul & St Peter, both overlooking the beautiful Berounka river.
*A short visit to Nepomuk and Zelená Hora chateau in west Bohemia: 5 km to 10 km*
Combine a visit to historic Nepomuk with a tour of storied Zelená Hora chateau. Take an easy walk in the surroundings and visit one of a number of good eating establishments!
A short walk around the remarkable Žinkovy chateau in west Bohemia: 2 km – 5 km
For those who enjoy the fairy-tale style of neo-Renaissance architecture Žinkovy is a ‘must see’ chateau. It is currently for sale, so take the chance before it becomes fully inaccessible…
*An easy, nicely varied walk from historic Planá to the Chodovar brewery: 6 km to 10 km*
The short walk from picturesque Planá to the Chodovar brewery is full of interest with a pilgrimage church, a scenic pond, an old Jewish cemetery and several excellent refreshment options!
A trip to see the Nebílovy chateau, including a loop around the village nature trail: 5 km
Nebílovy chateau was built in a High Baroque Viennese style at the beginning of the 18th century. Visit to see how the reconstruction is going combine the trip with an easy local nature trail.
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 varied circuit in the hills near the west Bohemian town of Přeštice: 20 km*
Přeštice boasts the largest Baroque church outside Prague and its attractive countryside make a trip highly worthwhile. There are some hidden ruins and rocky ridges to discover. Perfect walking terrain!
*A tour of the Horní Střela granite rock formations, with a start in Žihle: 8 km to 18 km*
The relatively unknown nature park of Horní Střela (some 70 km west of Prague) has some amazing granite rock formations, hidden in the attractive forest landscape.
Along the river Střela from Mladotice to the historic monastery town of Plasy: 9 km
Take the challenging riverside path from Mladotice to Plasy, where the impressive Baroque monastic complex monastery, redesigned by Santini, waits to be explored!
A circular tour around Křížový vrch (487 m) starting at Chotěšov Monastery: 15 km
On a tour of west Bohemia, stop at the impressive 13th century monastery in Chotěšov and then perhaps explore the nearby countryside with a traverse of the hill, Křížový vrch.
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.
Circuits around the Hracholusky reservoir starting in the silver-mining town of Stříbro: 6 km to 20 km
A visit to the atrractive historic mining town Stříbro in west Bohemia is highly recommended. Extend the town visit with a walk around the scenic Hracholusky reservoir.
An easy walk along the educational trail in the historic monastery town of Plasy: 5 km
Plasy monastery, redesigned by the incomparable Santini, is one of Bohemia’s most extraordinary Baroque complexes. Tour the complex and nearby Střela river landscape on the short nature trail.
An ‘out of season’ visit to Manětín and the Chlumská hora (651m) viewpoint: 9 km
The Baroque chateau in Manětín is one of western Bohemia’s most popular attractions. It is still worth visiting out of season, when the chateau is closed, for a quiet walk in the nearby hills.
Scenic walks along the Berounka and Střela rivers from Liblín: 6 km to 16 km
There are some nice walks above the Berounka river in the north Plzeň district. Try the excellent short trip from the village of Libín to the ruins of Libštejn castle and the spectacular Havel’s Rock viewpoint.
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.
Walks from Rabštejn to Manětín in the Horní Střela nature park: 15 km to 25 km
This is a picturesque walk through the forests of Horní Střela park, mostly following riverside footpaths, either stopping at Manětín, or taking a circular route back to historic Rabštejn.
*A tour of Rabštejn nad Střelou and the granite boulder fields of Horní Střela nature park: 15 km*
This is a very varied circular route including the medieval town of Rabštejn, the meandering Střela river and the remarkable granite boulder fields located in the forests of Horní Střela.
A walk around Bor, a unique West Bohemian castle, chateau and park area: 3 km
The 13th century castle at Bor, situated 50 km west of Plzeň, is worth visiting for its remarkably long and varied architectural history. There is also a nice park area to walk around.
Walks in the countryside around Planá and along the river Mže towards Stříbro : 13 km to 40 km
The attractive town of Planá in west Bohemia is a good starting point for walks of many lengths along the picturesque Mže river, as it makes its way eastwards towards Plzeň.
Walks around the meadows of Wolf mountain (704m) starting in Černošín: 9 km to 18 km
The meadows around Vlčí hora (Wolf mountain) are particular beautiful in early summer. Visit the romantic ruins of Volfštejn castle on the ascent and then circle back along the scenic Mže river.
*A walk around Stříbro, historic west Bohemian silver mining town on the river Mže: 4 km to 6 km*
Stříbro has a long history of silver mining, some outstanding Renaissance buildings and is situated on a picturesque stretch of the river Mže. This short and varied walk is highly recommended.
A visit to Krkavec, the highest point in the north Plzeň forests: 10 km
Krkavec hill (504m) is a popular destination for Plzeň based walkers and cyclists. The surrounding pine forests are attractive and on the summit is a stone lookout tower with excellent panoramic views.
Two picturesque nature trails above the meandering Berounka, close to Plzeň: 20 km
Among the many scenic paths along the Berounka are two exceptional nature trails starting near Plzeň, which follow the river as it twists and turns, along high terraces through picturesque forests.
Sigmond’s nature trail around the Bolevec ponds and forests in north Plzeň: 6 km to 8 km
Just to the north of Plzeň is a surprisingly extensive and attractive pine forest area, with hidden attractions including swimming ponds, sandstone caves and historical relics.
A short visit to the historic Plzeň city center from the Pilsner Urquell brewery: 2 km
The city of Plzeň is certainly worth a visit, not just for its famous breweries, but also for some exceptional architecture in the historical center of the old town, which dates back to the 13th century.
*A surprisingly varied walk in the hills of the Berounka nature park near Radnice – 19 km*
This unusually varied and scenic hike in the hills above the Berounka river near Radnice offers excellent viewpoints in an ancient landscape and even a modern interpretation of a stone circle.
*Radyně, Starý Plzenec and Kozel – a grand tour in a unique historical landscape: 20 km*
This super walk explores some of the most important historical locations in Bohemia; the ancient fortified hills near Starý Plzenec, with their prehistoric, Slavic, Medieval and Classicist monuments.
Kozel and the archaeological sites in the Kornatický potok nature reserve – 12 km to 19 km
Explore the sites of vanished medieval villages, ancient burial mounds and a rock outcrop occupied for over 7000 years, on this evocative forest walk starting at the unique hunting chateau of Kozel.
*The unique hunting chateau of Kozel and its park area – a 4 km walk*
The picturesque18th century classicist chateau of Kozel is definitely worth a visit (even when closed in winter). The extensive English park and forest areas have many easy paths for a lovely short walk.
Along the Klabava river valley in the Trhoň nature reserve starting in historic Dobřív – 8 km
An easy walk along the tranquil Klabava river valley, which bisects the Brdy range and the Trhoň nature reserve. The walk starts in picturesque Dobřív, with its famous hammer mill.
Radyně castle and the Andrejšky rocks, a 7 km (extendable) route from Starý Plzenec
An excellent short but challenging hike through the unusual rock formations on Radyně hill from the historical village of Starý Plzenec to reach the impressive medieval fortress built by Charles IV.
The early medieval Přemyslid educational trail around Starý Plzenec – 4 km
Starý Plzenec, located 6 km southeast of Plzeň, was in medieval times the most important location in western Bohemia. Take the scenic educational trail around the Hůrka hill to discover more.
Walks to the viewing tower on Kotel hill near Rokycany: 4 km to 12 km
For a fine view of the countryside near the Plzeň region town of Rokycany, take the easy paths to the summit of Kotel hill (575m) and climb the spiral staircase up the new viewing tower.
*A short historical walk near the village of Březina in the western Křivoklátsko hills – 5 km*
This scenic short walk in the Křivoklátsko forests passes an Empire style mansion, a pretty chapel and a medieval castle ruin on the route to one of the earliest Slavic hillforts in Western Bohemia.
From Holoubkov to Rokycany through the beautiful Trhoň nature reserve – a 15 km walk
Traverse the beautiful and quiet mixed forests and rocky peaks of the Trhoň nature reserve, starting and finishing at two mainline train stations on the Prague-Plzeň line.
*Walks around Žďár (629m) – the dominant peak in the Trhoň nature reserve: 5 km to 12 km*
The beautiful mixed forests of the Trhoň nature reserve, near Rokycany are little known, except by mushroom hunters. Take a walk around the peak of Žďár to discover the magic of these forests.