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Křivoklátská vrchovina Essentials

The Křivoklátsko UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is defined by the deep Berounka River valley and dense forests that served as royal hunting grounds for centuries. This selection features the Gothic Křivoklát Castle and the twin ruins of Točník and Žebrák. Natural highlights include the Koněprusy cave system and the Skryjská jezírka lakes, famous for trilobite fossils. Visitors can also explore traditional rural architecture at Hamousův statek and the glassmaking heritage of the Nižbor factory.

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Křivoklát Castle

Křivoklát Castle is one of the most important Gothic monuments in the country.

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Skryjská jezírka

Two small lakes formed on the Zbirožský stream, surrounded by rocky cliffs. The area is a significant paleontological site where Joachim Barrande discovered numerous trilobite fossils.

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Točník Castle

Točník Castle is a castle ruin in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.

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Žebrák Castle

Žebrák Castle is a castle ruin in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.

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Nizbor Bohemia Glass Factory

Rückl Crystal is a Bohemian glass factory in the village of Nižbor, about 7 km west from the city of Beroun, Czech Republic.

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Koněprusy Caves

Koněprusy Caves, also Zlatý kůň, is a cave system in the heart of the limestone region known as Bohemian Karst in the Central Bohemian…

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zámek Zbiroh

A Renaissance chateau originally built as a Gothic castle in the 13th century. It famously served as a residence for Alfons Mucha, who painted his Slav Epic series in the castle's Great Hall.

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Křivoklátsko Protected Landscape Area

Křivoklátsko Protected Landscape Area is a protected landscape area in the Czech Republic.

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Hamousův statek

A preserved timbered farmhouse in Zbečno with foundations dating to the late 16th century. It features a traditional bread oven, a vaulted stable, and displays of historical rural crafts.

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Křivoklátská vyhlídka

A viewpoint located on a rocky outcrop across the valley, providing a classic panoramic view of the Gothic Křivoklát Castle and the Berounka River.

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Vraní skála

A prominent rock formation serving as a natural lookout point near the village of Svatá, offering views of the surrounding protected landscape area and the Bohemian Karst.

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Rozhledna Děd

A 12-meter high brick observation tower built in 1893 by the Czech Hikers Club. It stands on Děd Hill at an altitude of 492 meters near Beroun.