Mariańskie Łaźnie:
A trip to Mariánské Lázně is a real treat for lovers of the poetic spa atmosphere. Spa pavilions are mainly built in the Greek Revival or Reneissance Revival styles, most buildings in the spa quarter bear the stamp of Art Nouveau. Probably every visitor to this town that was founded only at the beginning of 19th century on an impulse of the abbot of the Premostratensian monastery in Teplá is enchanted by its architectonic charm and vast parks. Mariánské Lázně is known for an abundance of mineral springs. Directly on the grounds, there are 40 of them and about 100 well out in the neighbourhood. The pleasant atmosphere is enhanced in the summer months by the melodies of the singing fountain.
Other trips available:
- Mariánské lázně in the daytime,
- Mariánské Lázně with a visit to the Chodovar brewery,
- Boheminium miniature park and fallow deer preserve,
- Geological trail,
- Mariánské Lázně with a visit to the Kladská nature reserve,
- Mariánské Lázně with a visit to the Bečov mansion or with a visit to the Premostratensian monastery in Teplá or a visit to the Kynžvart chateau.
Franciszkowe Łaźnie, Cheb:
Please accept our invitation to visit the smallest spa town of the so-called “spa triangle”. Although Františkovy Lázně was founded by Emperor Francis I in 1793, Františkovy Lázně offer the beauty of Empire and Classicist hotels and pavilions surrounded by a spa park. We will not even forget to see the most famous man – little Francis, of whom the nice legend says that a woman gets pregnant if she touches the left thumb of the statue of little Francis!
From Karlovy Vary you can comfortably visit one of the oldest towns in the Czech Republic - Cheb.The history of Cheb dates back to 9th century. Strategically important position of the town in the Western borderland of Bohemia decided of its importance, which grew up to 17th century, i.e. the period of the Thirty Years’ War. One of the most important events in the town’s history relates to that war. In 1634 Albrecht von Wallenstein, the generalissimo of Habsburg armies, was assassinated there. The town is proud of a complex of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque houses in the square which is ended by a complex of mercantile houses, called “Špalíček”, the berman framework house.
Other trips available:
- Cheb/Františkovy Lázně + nature reserve “SOOS”,
- Cheb/Františkovy Lázně + Seeberg castle,
- Cheb/Františkovy Lázně + Vildštejn castle.
OSTROV nad Ohří:
OSTROV nad Ohří is a small town near Karlovy Vary with a rich history. Today the town has 2 faces, the historical one, which boasts an old square with a historic town hall, a castle now serving as the administrative centre of the town, a castle park with a summer palace or the Sacred District. It also has a modern face from the time of the building of communism, and is thus a brilliant example of the architecture of the 1950s.
After a busy day, you deserve a sweet reward. We recommend a coffee and cake at the famous confectionery in the Old Town Square.
Jáchymov:
You can get from Karlovy Vary to another, nowadays spa town of Jáchymov very comfortably by intercity transport. Do not hesitate to venture into the depths of the Ore Mountains, where in the past miners mainly mined silver, making the town one of the richest in the Czech Kingdom in the 16th century. It was also famous for the minting of the thaler. Today the town is famous for its spa and radon springs. Jáchymov was also notorious for labour camps in the 1950s. Worth seeing is Adit No. 1, which takes you to the places where the actual mining took place. If the museum option is enough for you, the ASTORIA adit is just for you. A visit to the Jáchymov Museum "Royal Mint" or the Latin School is certainly worth mentioning. In Jáchymov you can also visit the Agricola swimming pool centre or take a chairlift ride to the highest peak of the Ore Mountains, Klínovec.
Ore Mountains:
The Ore Mountains are popular not only in winter, but also in summer, offering a range of activities and trails suitable for hikers and cyclists. From Karlovy Vary you can comfortably visit several interesting places. Here are some tips for trips. The highest town in the Czech Republic, Boží Dar, offers a number of walks in the surroundings - the Boží Dar peat bog, the Jesus Trail, and the climb to Klínovec. Abertamy - Hřebečná offers a visit to the Mauricius Mine. Those who like mystical places will appreciate a visit to the extinct village of Königsmühle. The Wolf's Den nature trail in Horní Blatná is definitely worth a hike. On the German side, Oberwiesenthal, a climatic spa known for its ski jumps, is certainly worth mentioning. All these places are accessible by intercity transport, so you are not tied to a car journey.
