The most beautiful places in Dolní Posázaví
The best near Sázava
Dolní Posázaví is a picturesque area located southeast of Prague. The axis of the territory is of course the river Sázava with several very beautiful sections. In addition, there are several interesting castles and chateaux. It is a very grateful region for tourism. Let's take a look at the places that you should definitely not miss in Dolní Posázaví.
Sázava River
Golden River
With its 226 km of length, Sázava is the fifth longest river in the Czech Republic (along the Vltava, Labe, Morava and Ohře). The river is called Sázava after leaving the Great Dářko dam. The spring stream itself is the Stružný brook. It is the main river of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands. Paddlers are most popular, but hikers will find their way here, especially in the very picturesque section between Kamenný Přívoz and Davle. continue reading
Český Šternberk Castle
The most beautiful castle in Posázaví
Directly above the Sázava River, the mighty Gothic castle of Český Šternberk is located. Thanks to several later rebuilds, it now looks more like a palace. continue reading
Sázava Monastery
Undelivered Sazava Monastery
The dominant feature of the monastery is the tall tower and the interesting arches from the unfinished building. continue reading
Spade needle
The most famous rock formation Posázaví
During the construction of the Posázavské Pacifik, a nice rocky formation – the Pikovicka needle – was created. That's when the railway line separated part of the rock from the rest of the massif. Now the stone peak looks down more than 60 meters above the river level. continue reading
Zruč nad Sázavou Castle
A castle with a beautiful park
Zruč nad Sázavou Castle is rebuilt in a pseudo-Gothic style. It is now owned by the city, which is trying to revive the entire area as much as possible. Here you will find two lookout towers and a very nice castle park. continue reading
Kliment's Prospect
Beautiful view of Sázava
The viewpoint is named after Josef Kliment, who worked as an employee of the Czech Tourist Club and wrote several guidebooks. It has a beautiful view down to the river canyon. continue reading
Komorní Hrádek Chateaux
Chateau open only one day a year
Komorní Hrádek is 2 km from Chocerady. Komorní Hrádek had Racek Kobyla of Dvorec built in 1412. Jan of Valdštejn is not left behind and is carrying out extensive Renaissance reconstructions to today's appearance at Komorní Hrádek. The castle now belongs to the army, there is a training and education center of the Ministry of Defense. The chateau is therefore closed to the public, except for one day of the year (the first or second Saturday in September) continue reading
The ruins of the Ruined Kostelec castle
A ruin high above the Sázava River
The Ruined Kostelec Castle got its name because it has been demolished for over five hundred years. Even so, there is quite a lot left to see here. The castle also has a romantic location high above the river Sázava. You can easily get here along the tourist route. continue reading
Žampas viaduct
The most famous viaduct of the Posázava Pacific
On the railway line leading through the picturesque Sázava valley, which is nicknamed the Posázava Pacific, you will also find the huge Žampas Viaduct. The viaduct can be seen directly from the river, or it can be reached via a hiking trail. continue reading
Rataje nad Sázavou Chateaux
A place that is still waiting to be discovered
The first mention of the castle dates back to the 10th century. The chateau underwent the most significant reconstruction in 1656 during the reign of William of Talmberk. In 1933, the chateau was bought by the municipality and established here as a post office, office or school. Today the castle is undergoing a gradual reconstruction in several phases. All the interior areas where the tours are underway have already been restored. Reconstruction of the exterior will hopefully soon continue reading
