RUINS OF TROSKY CASTLE, VALLEY UNDER TROSKY, FAMOUS ROCK TOWN HRUBÁ SKÁLA, LOCAL ATMOSPHERIC RESTAURANT SKÁLA (“THE ROCK”), MNICHOVO HRADIŠTĚ CHATEAU
You will be picked up in your hotel and driven to the Bohemian Paradise - Český Ráj, situated about 100 km northeast from Prague. The journey takes approx. 1-1.5 hours. On the way you will see the rock fortress Drábské Světničky, Valdštejn castle and Hrubá Skála chateau. We will pass the town Turnov to reach the famous Trosky ruins. Trosky is considered the symbol or landmark of the Bohemian Paradise for its unique appearance and origin.
From the car park, it is a mere 500 m walk through a forest to the castle gate. From the main courtyard we can either climb to the lookout point under the Panna tower (59 m) or to the other side to the Baba tower (49 m) – or we can d both . You can admire not only the sweeping views from the top of the towers, but also the restoration works which have uncovered the sophisticated technical design of the castle. You can enjoy stunning views of the Bohemian Paradise in all directions – the Humprecht chateau, Kozákov – the highest point of the Bohemian Paradise, Vyskeř Hill, Hrubá Skála chateau.
The canyon valleys under the Trosky Castle hide a group of eight ponds. We will stop by the Vidlák pond for a picnic. There is a nature reserve (peat bog) called Rašeliniště Vidlák. After the refreshments, you will be driven to the Hrubá Skála chateau. We will visit the courtyard of the chateau and walk to the rock town. The path will lead us through a 65 m long narrow rock corridor called the Mouse Hole to the sandstone town.
After finishing our circuit in the sandstone town we will continue to lunch.
Restaurant Skála (The Rock) is a unique restaurant carved into a rock. You can enjoy typical Czech cuisine and local beer tasting in this unconventional place. You will be impressed by the uniqueness of this restaurant, including the atmosphere, the historical interiors.
On the way to the Kost castle we will stop by the Mnichovo Hradiště chateau. During this short stop you will see the chateau exteriors and St. Ann ́s Chapel – the place where Albrecht von Wallenstein was laid to rest. You can also visit the chateau interiors or museum (depends on the time).
transport in a comfortable van from/to Prague (customized pick-up point)
private english-speaking local guide
entrance fees to all attractions
picnic basket with local food and wine
lunch in a traditional Czech restaurant
More information: departure: early morning, Arrival: late afternoon, Duration: 9- 11 hours, for max 7 people per group, walking distance: 4 - 5 km, walking shoes recommended
7:30 | Departure from Prague
This tour will take you to the heart of the Bohemian Paradise. You will be picked up in your hotel and
driven to the Bohemian Paradise, situated about 100 km northeast from Prague. The journey takes approx.
1 - 1.5 hours.
RUINS OF TROSKY CASTLE
The strange ruin of what was once a Gothic castle, founded at the end of the 14th century by the family of Vartenberk, has become the main symbol of the region of Český ráj.
Offers daily a beautiful, unconventional place for a delicious lunch. Originality and distinctive ambience of the restaurant makes the place ideal for all types of social events
LUNCH - Restaurant SKÁLA „the Rock“
original czech cuisine
MNICHOVO HRADIŠTĚ CHATEAU
In the western spur of the beautiful countryside known as Bohemian Paradise, The Wallenstein family bult a luxurious residence exactly corresponding to the family motto: „In spite of envy!“ (Invit invidia!)