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Turnov

Town · 🇨🇿 Czechia
Population 14,577
Area 22 km²
Time zone Europe/Prague
Official website www.turnov.cz
Turnov

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Turnov Essentials

Turnov serves as the central hub of the Bohemian Paradise region, defined by its historic architecture and proximity to the Hruboskalsko rock city. The town is famous for its centuries-old tradition of garnet cutting and jewelry making, showcased at Galerie Granát. Key landmarks include the Gothic Valdštejn Castle, the Empire-style Church of St. Francis of Assisi, and a rare surviving North Bohemian synagogue. Nearby, the ruins of Kozlov and various scenic viewpoints like Raisova vyhlídka offer perspectives of the Jizera River valley and surrounding sandstone landscapes.

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Best of Turnov: Castles & Views

Turnov serves as the gateway to the Bohemian Paradise, a region defined by its diverse architectural heritage and sandstone landscapes. This selection includes Valdštejn, the area's oldest castle, and the Renaissance Hrubý Rohozec chateau. The Museum of the Bohemian Paradise showcases regional mineralogy and gemstone traditions, while viewpoints like Raisova vyhlídka and Kalvárie offer panoramas of the Jizera valley and surrounding rock formations. The ruins of Zbirohy castle provide a glimpse into medieval fortifications nestled within the forest.

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Hidden Ruins & Chapels

Explore the lesser-known historical sites of the Bohemian Paradise near Turnov. This collection features the rock castle ruins of Kozlov and Zbirohy, alongside the secondary castle remains at Kavčiny. The list includes the Baroque municipal chapel of St. John of Nepomuk at Valdštejn Castle and solemn memorials dedicated to the victims of both World Wars. You will also find a monument to the renowned Czech historian Josef Pekař, offering a quiet perspective on the region's medieval architecture and cultural legacy.

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Outdoor Heritage & Landmarks

This collection features a blend of historical monuments in Turnov and natural sandstone formations within the Hruboskalsko rock city. It includes Baroque religious sculptures like the Pieta and the Farewell of Christ, alongside memorials dedicated to historian Josef Pekař and Sokol founder Miroslav Tyrš. The list also highlights distinct rock towers such as Jezevec and Mohykán, which are characteristic of the Bohemian Paradise landscape.

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Religious Heritage of Turnov

Turnov’s religious landscape features a diverse collection of sacred architecture spanning several centuries. The town preserves the only synagogue in North Bohemia to survive the German occupation, alongside significant Catholic structures. Highlights include the early Gothic church of St. John the Baptist in Nudvojovice, the Baroque chapel of St. John of Nepomuk at Valdštejn Castle, and the former convent church of St. Francis of Assisi. These sites represent the town's historical development from the medieval period through the Baroque era.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: August, September

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 1° (feels like -5°) · extremes -15°–7°
  • -5° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 3° (feels like -2°) · extremes -13°–10°
  • -4° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 8° (feels like 3°) · extremes -7°–16°
  • -1° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 10°) · extremes -3°–22°
  • 3° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 19° (feels like 16°) · extremes 3°–26°
  • 8° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 23° (feels like 21°) · extremes 7°–30°
  • 12° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 25° (feels like 24°) · extremes 10°–32°
  • 14° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in August

Great
  • 25° (feels like 24°) · extremes 9°–32°
  • 14° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 20° (feels like 18°) · extremes 4°–28°
  • 9° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 11°) · extremes -1°–21°
  • 5° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -5°–14°
  • 1° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 2° (feels like -3°) · extremes -12°–8°
  • -3° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Czech Koruna CZK Kč · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type E
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Czech
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+420
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Tours & Activities

Valdštejn Castle
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Hrubý Rohozec Chateau
Walk
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