CZ, Nižbor: Baroque Chateau and Glassworks in the Heart of the Forests of the Křivoklát Region – VIDEO
Published: 18.4.2024
In my opinion, the region of Křivoklát is one of the most beautiful corners of our country. However, by far it doesn't consist only of Křivoklát Castle itself, but a large portion of its charm makes the local deciduous forests, the Berounka Valley and the landmarks that the area hides. One of the places worth visiting is the village of Nižbor thanks to the castle and its surroundings. Let's go to it together.
You can find Nižbor only about 7 kilometers from Beroun and I recommend you to go by train. The track to Křivoklát and further to Rakovník is one of the most romantic in our country. In the direction from Prague, the trip to Beroun is also worthwhile, either along the Berounka river around Karlštejn through the Bohemian Karst, or across the “hill” through Rudná.
Moreover, you can also have a meal by Tomáš Hanák at the legendary Zastávka Nižbor restaurant at the station in Nižbor, where you can even sleep in an old car. Right next to the station, there is also a technical monument Rückl Glassworks, which produces lead crystal.
On the rocky cliff above the mouth of the Habr creek flowing to the River Berounka there is a Baroque chateau, which is one of the biggest attractions here. It also features a Celtic exposition. Originally there used to be a castle that was probably founded by Přemysl Otakar II. The chateau gained its present appearance mainly during the reconstruction between 1720 and 1726. In addition, a few meters from the chateau lies a place where the 14-degree east longitude and the 50th parallel cross.
On the hill on the other side of the Habr creek you will find the remains of the Celtic settlement, the so-called Stradonice oppidium. In 1877, he was made famous by the finding of a gold treasure, which consisted of about 200 coins called irises.
From Nižbor, continue along the red trail to the depths of the beautiful forests of Křivoklát. You will reach it up to Roztoky, from where it is just a short walk to the Křivoklát Castle itself. Do not forget to stop along the way at the Čerchov viewpoint, from where a beautiful view of the Berounka valley opens in front of you.
At the foot of Křivoklát forests in the undulating landscape of the remains of one of the oldest castles in the Czech Republic - ruins of a Žebrák castle. On the same ridge, only a little higher bask Točník castle, the younger of two inseparable allies.
Are you looking forward to being able to go on a trip wherever you want? Don't worry, it will be in a while, so let's plan one such trip. We will look together at the quarry area in the Central Bohemian Region, near Beroun. This area is rich in quarries, it is not a problem to go with children.
Autumn is in full swing, we take mountain bikes and go on a relaxing afternoon trip. From the main railway station in Prague we can get to Radotín by train. The train runs every 30 minutes on weekends and is covered by a classic flight.
Near Konstantinovy Lázně stands one of the most impressive ruins of western Bohemia. Let's go together in the video on a beautiful trip from Dudákovský mlýn and Šipín to the castle above the Hadovka stream.
If you are just looking around, limited by the impossibility of traveling abroad, where it would be nice to spend a few days of vacation, we have a good tip for you - Zatec, a city of hops and beer on the river Ohře, is a cozy small town with many tourist attractions and attractions, one very friendly hotel and a luxury bike path along the Ohře River.
The season to visit castles over already, but several popular buildings are open all year round. If you miss the middle of a dry weekend after a trip to a nice castle, Karlštejn certainly is a great option.
The Ded lookout tower stands on a forested quartz hill in the area of Křivoklátská vrchovina, which has been an object of interest for hikers since time immemorial.
Krivoklat – another obligatory stop if you will for any real tourist. For couple of centuries the castle is a gem in the protected landscape area of Krivoklatsko. It offers many things to its visitors, year round. This year Krivoklat celebrates 900 years since the first written mention about it.
Not far from the Orlík dam, on the next major Czech Kamyk water tank, we made a trip to the Middle Ages, and visited the ruins of the castle Kamýk above the Vltava - also called Vrškamýk or Hunec.
Last time we introduced you the ruins of the castle Žebrák, now we move a few hundred meters away - to the castle Točník, much more attractive part of the most preserved castle complex in the Czech Republic.
Set out to explore the Central Bohemian region southeast of Beroun. The well-known Koněprusy Caves are located in this area and are only about 5 km away from Beroun, and about 30 km west of Prague.
Would you like to make a trip into beautiful nature while learn something on Czech history. Go to the town of Tetin near Beroun. The legend has it that the daughter of Krok had her seat there. Also, the princess St Ludmila was murdered there.