Guide to Kasperske Hory
Kašperské Hory are located near Sušice near the upper course of the river Otava. This Šumava town with a rich history is a popular tourist destination throughout the year. It is located in the Pilsen Region at an altitude of 758 meters. If you do not go to Kašperské Hory by car, the best connection is offered by bus transport.
History
Kašperské Hory was inhabited and founded during the 13th century thanks to mining. In 1345, Jan of Luxembourg elevated Kašperský hora to the upper settlement of a free upper town with its own town emblem. At this time, there were several gold mines and galleries. However, another monarch is behind the city's biggest landmark. Charles IV., who had the Kašperk guard castle built here as part of the Golden Trail (one of the medieval trade routes). From the 16th century, gold mining declined, which was gradually replaced by trade, glass, wood and paper. At present, Kašperské Hory is primarily a tourist center. The city is also associated with the writer Karel Klostermann whose family lived here. The city is thus a plot part of the author's novels and short stories.
Kasperk Castle
To the castle, which was built by order of Charles IV., you can go from Kašperské Hory following the tourist sign. The route measures a little over 3 km, but watch out as this is the highest royal castle in the Czech Republic, so a proper hike awaits you, but it is definitely worth it. You can then see the castle as part of one of the 3 routes. From the castle, you can then go to other attractions in the area, such as the nearby lookout tower on Sedlo or go on the nature trail Border Guards.
Attractions
Directly in Kašperské Hory, you can visit the Museum of Historical Motorcycles and Toys or the Museum of Šumava. The Kašperské Hory Information Center will be happy to introduce you to nature in the local Šumava National Park and Protected Landscape Area. In winter, you can use the ski area, which is directly part of town. In the vicinity of Kašperské Hory, there is an inexhaustible number of trips such as the Povydří Nature Trail (Antýgl - Čeňkova pila), a visit to the nearby Rábí Castle or the Javorník and Poledník lookout towers. There is a lot of it, that's probably why the Šumava is so beautiful… ..
Accommodation
Directly in Kašperské Hory, we will be happy to offer you apartment accommodation in the VOGELSANG Residence or the Brusinka Apartment. To relax, we recommend Hotel Kasperk with an indoor pool. For thos,e who travel with their four-legged friends, we can offer Apartments Mikeš or the nearby Bison Court.
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