I like to walk, so when I got the opportunity to walk most of the walking route along the Vltava viewpoints, I didn't hesitate for a minute. I had set aside 4 days to do it, and I was looking at about 80 km, with some elevation gain in places. What I liked most was that the Toulava area is only less than an hour from Prague and yet there are minimal people there. I really only met a few other tourists the whole time, so I had all the beautiful views to myself. Or rather, for me and my dog. :)
In Příčov I left the car at the village square and headed towards Radíč. The road led along a narrow asphalt road between fields and around a pond.
On my way to Radice I discovered this beautiful game preserve with fallow deer in the village of Kňovice. But they were just getting fed, so I only managed a few quick clicks.
The rest of the way to Radíč was through the forest and I didn't meet anyone on the whole way. In the village there is a possibility to see the castle and refresh yourself in a local restaurant.
We followed another path through the forest to the first Abbot Zavoral's Lookout, where we rested for a while.
From the settlement of Hrazany right at the viewpoint we headed further towards Albertovy skály. In this part we had not only a ford over the stream, which was quite demanding with a heavy sled and a dog (in the photo), but also a longer uphill climb.
We eventually arrived at two more viewpoints, which are right next to each other, where you can read the story of the local pilgrim Robin.
We spent the night in a small cabin in the tourist village of Častobor, which reminded me of my childhood summers at summer camps. And I was pleasantly surprised to be offered tofu and vegetables for dinner in the restaurant right at the camp. Moreover, the staff was friendly and helpful, so a great experience.
From Častobor to Křepenice there is a beautiful trail around the banks of the Vltava River, where we visited countless viewpoints. Just count on the fact that the path goes up and down, so you'll get quite wet.
In Křepenice I looked at the fortress there, which was unfortunately closed, and then I drove to accommodation in Velká near Kamýk nad Vltavou.
From Velká we ran the next day to Kamýk nad Vltavou, where I bought some food. It was basically the first shop I discovered along the way, so I recommend not to miss it. This was followed by a stop at the ruins of Vrškamýk Castle.
And of course, the famous Solenice Horseshoe could not be missing from the list of prospects. You can reach it from the village of Zduchovice, where you can leave your car (if you don't walk), and then continue another 30 minutes on foot to the viewpoint. I was there later in the afternoon, so apart from one couple I had it to myself again.
On the last day we reached the Miladu lookout tower, which was built about 4 years ago and in good visibility you can see all the way to Šumava. The entrance fee is 50,- per person and then you can have some homemade goodies in a small bistro below the tower. During the holidays the tower is open every day, out of season mostly only on weekends. I recommend checking out their Facebook before you go.
We then waited for the bus in Hřebeny and took a ride to Vysoké Chlumec, so that we could visit the local open-air museum before it closed.
The entrance fee is again symbolic and you have the opportunity to explore the museum either alone or with a guide.
I like to walk, so when I got the opportunity to walk most of the walking route along the Vltava viewpoints, I didn't hesitate for a minute. I had set aside 4 days to do it, and I was looking at about 80 km, with some elevation gain in places. What I liked most was that the Toulava area is only less than an hour from Prague and yet there are minimal people there. I really only met a few other tourists the whole time, so I had all the beautiful views to myself. Or rather, for me and my dog. :)
In Příčov I left the car at the village square and headed towards Radíč. The road led along a narrow asphalt road between fields and around a pond.
On my way to Radice I discovered this beautiful game preserve with fallow deer in the village of Kňovice. But they were just getting fed, so I only managed a few quick clicks.
The rest of the way to Radíč was through the forest and I didn't meet anyone on the whole way. In the village there is a possibility to see the castle and refresh yourself in a local restaurant.
We followed another path through the forest to the first Abbot Zavoral's Lookout, where we rested for a while.
From the settlement of Hrazany right at the viewpoint we headed further towards Albertovy skály. In this part we had not only a ford over the stream, which was quite demanding with a heavy sled and a dog (in the photo), but also a longer uphill climb.
We eventually arrived at two more viewpoints, which are right next to each other, where you can read the story of the local pilgrim Robin.
We spent the night in a small cabin in the tourist village of Častobor, which reminded me of my childhood summers at summer camps. And I was pleasantly surprised to be offered tofu and vegetables for dinner in the restaurant right at the camp. Moreover, the staff was friendly and helpful, so a great experience.
From Častobor to Křepenice there is a beautiful trail around the banks of the Vltava River, where we visited countless viewpoints. Just count on the fact that the path goes up and down, so you'll get quite wet.
In Křepenice I looked at the fortress there, which was unfortunately closed, and then I drove to accommodation in Velká near Kamýk nad Vltavou.
From Velká we ran the next day to Kamýk nad Vltavou, where I bought some food. It was basically the first shop I discovered along the way, so I recommend not to miss it. This was followed by a stop at the ruins of Vrškamýk Castle.
And of course, the famous Solenice Horseshoe could not be missing from the list of prospects. You can reach it from the village of Zduchovice, where you can leave your car (if you don't walk), and then continue another 30 minutes on foot to the viewpoint. I was there later in the afternoon, so apart from one couple I had it to myself again.
On the last day we reached the Miladu lookout tower, which was built about 4 years ago and in good visibility you can see all the way to Šumava. The entrance fee is 50,- per person and then you can have some homemade goodies in a small bistro below the tower. During the holidays the tower is open every day, out of season mostly only on weekends. I recommend checking out their Facebook before you go.
We then waited for the bus in Hřebeny and took a ride to Vysoké Chlumec, so that we could visit the local open-air museum before it closed.
The entrance fee is again symbolic and you have the opportunity to explore the museum either alone or with a guide.
itinerary by Teru Menclova
I like to walk, so when I got the opportunity to walk most of the walking route along the Vltava viewpoints, I didn't hesitate for a minute. I had set aside 4 days to do it, and I was looking at about 80 km, with some elevation gain in places. What I liked most was that the Toulava area is only less than an hour from Prague and yet there are minimal people there. I really only met a few other tourists the whole time, so I had all the beautiful views to myself. Or rather, for me and my dog. :)
In Příčov I left the car at the village square and headed towards Radíč. The road led along a narrow asphalt road between fields and around a pond.
On my way to Radice I discovered this beautiful game preserve with fallow deer in the village of Kňovice. But they were just getting fed, so I only managed a few quick clicks.
The rest of the way to Radíč was through the forest and I didn't meet anyone on the whole way. In the village there is a possibility to see the castle and refresh yourself in a local restaurant.
We followed another path through the forest to the first Abbot Zavoral's Lookout, where we rested for a while.
From the settlement of Hrazany right at the viewpoint we headed further towards Albertovy skály. In this part we had not only a ford over the stream, which was quite demanding with a heavy sled and a dog (in the photo), but also a longer uphill climb.
We eventually arrived at two more viewpoints, which are right next to each other, where you can read the story of the local pilgrim Robin.
We spent the night in a small cabin in the tourist village of Častobor, which reminded me of my childhood summers at summer camps. And I was pleasantly surprised to be offered tofu and vegetables for dinner in the restaurant right at the camp. Moreover, the staff was friendly and helpful, so a great experience.
From Častobor to Křepenice there is a beautiful trail around the banks of the Vltava River, where we visited countless viewpoints. Just count on the fact that the path goes up and down, so you'll get quite wet.
In Křepenice I looked at the fortress there, which was unfortunately closed, and then I drove to accommodation in Velká near Kamýk nad Vltavou.
From Velká we ran the next day to Kamýk nad Vltavou, where I bought some food. It was basically the first shop I discovered along the way, so I recommend not to miss it. This was followed by a stop at the ruins of Vrškamýk Castle.
And of course, the famous Solenice Horseshoe could not be missing from the list of prospects. You can reach it from the village of Zduchovice, where you can leave your car (if you don't walk), and then continue another 30 minutes on foot to the viewpoint. I was there later in the afternoon, so apart from one couple I had it to myself again.
On the last day we reached the Miladu lookout tower, which was built about 4 years ago and in good visibility you can see all the way to Šumava. The entrance fee is 50,- per person and then you can have some homemade goodies in a small bistro below the tower. During the holidays the tower is open every day, out of season mostly only on weekends. I recommend checking out their Facebook before you go.
We then waited for the bus in Hřebeny and took a ride to Vysoké Chlumec, so that we could visit the local open-air museum before it closed.
The entrance fee is again symbolic and you have the opportunity to explore the museum either alone or with a guide.
I like to walk, so when I got the opportunity to walk most of the walking route along the Vltava viewpoints, I didn't hesitate for a minute. I had set aside 4 days to do it, and I was looking at about 80 km, with some elevation gain in places. What I liked most was that the Toulava area is only less than an hour from Prague and yet there are minimal people there. I really only met a few other tourists the whole time, so I had all the beautiful views to myself. Or rather, for me and my dog. :)
In Příčov I left the car at the village square and headed towards Radíč. The road led along a narrow asphalt road between fields and around a pond.
On my way to Radice I discovered this beautiful game preserve with fallow deer in the village of Kňovice. But they were just getting fed, so I only managed a few quick clicks.
The rest of the way to Radíč was through the forest and I didn't meet anyone on the whole way. In the village there is a possibility to see the castle and refresh yourself in a local restaurant.
We followed another path through the forest to the first Abbot Zavoral's Lookout, where we rested for a while.
From the settlement of Hrazany right at the viewpoint we headed further towards Albertovy skály. In this part we had not only a ford over the stream, which was quite demanding with a heavy sled and a dog (in the photo), but also a longer uphill climb.
We eventually arrived at two more viewpoints, which are right next to each other, where you can read the story of the local pilgrim Robin.
We spent the night in a small cabin in the tourist village of Častobor, which reminded me of my childhood summers at summer camps. And I was pleasantly surprised to be offered tofu and vegetables for dinner in the restaurant right at the camp. Moreover, the staff was friendly and helpful, so a great experience.
From Častobor to Křepenice there is a beautiful trail around the banks of the Vltava River, where we visited countless viewpoints. Just count on the fact that the path goes up and down, so you'll get quite wet.
In Křepenice I looked at the fortress there, which was unfortunately closed, and then I drove to accommodation in Velká near Kamýk nad Vltavou.
From Velká we ran the next day to Kamýk nad Vltavou, where I bought some food. It was basically the first shop I discovered along the way, so I recommend not to miss it. This was followed by a stop at the ruins of Vrškamýk Castle.
And of course, the famous Solenice Horseshoe could not be missing from the list of prospects. You can reach it from the village of Zduchovice, where you can leave your car (if you don't walk), and then continue another 30 minutes on foot to the viewpoint. I was there later in the afternoon, so apart from one couple I had it to myself again.
On the last day we reached the Miladu lookout tower, which was built about 4 years ago and in good visibility you can see all the way to Šumava. The entrance fee is 50,- per person and then you can have some homemade goodies in a small bistro below the tower. During the holidays the tower is open every day, out of season mostly only on weekends. I recommend checking out their Facebook before you go.
We then waited for the bus in Hřebeny and took a ride to Vysoké Chlumec, so that we could visit the local open-air museum before it closed.
The entrance fee is again symbolic and you have the opportunity to explore the museum either alone or with a guide.
