Pelhrimov: Holiday apartments and holiday homes

Pelhřimov makes its architectural diversity visible on a short route: The Stezka po stavebních slozích leads past buildings representing Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Cubism, Art Nouveau, Classicism and Functionalism. Due to its architectural unity, Pelhřimov was declared an urban heritage conservation area.

Culture and city history

The Zámek pánů z Říčan houses the Muzeum Vysočiny Pelhřimov. The Freskový sál is the most representative room in the former Zámek pánů z Říčan. The Expozice Pelhřimov - historie - současnost offers another insight into the city's history, with information panels, an interactive display featuring historical films about the Pelhřimovsko region, information on the development of the city coat of arms and a three-dimensional model of the city's settlement.

The Městská šatlava presents a historical exhibition based on the authenticity of the site and extensive source material. Its torture chamber contains original torture instruments and precise replicas; it reflects the period from the 16th to the 18th century.

Special experiences

In the cellar at Masarykovo náměstí, the Muzeum strašidel displays ghosts and other supernatural beings that can be encountered in Vysočina. The Muzeum rekordů a kuriozit also focuses on something unusual: It is the only museum of its kind in Central Europe. The tour Procházka českou knihou rekordů connects this museum with Zlaté české ručičky.

The viewing tower of the church of sv. Bartoloměje offers views of Pelhřimov and its surroundings from a height of 30 metres.

Landscape and surroundings

The Naučná stezka Městské sady consists of twelve information panels distributed along an almost 3 km circular route. In the immediate vicinity of Pelhřimov are the named mountain Putimovský vrch and the named church Svatá Anna. The surrounding area also contains the named mountains Orlov, Špičák and Troják, as well as the named monastery Želivský Kláštor.

Wider regional surroundings

The wider regional surroundings of Pelhřimov include the named ruins of Orlík and Janštejn.

Getting there

Pelhřimov can be reached by bus or train, as well as by bicycle or on foot.

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To the higher-level travel overview: Okres Pelhřimov.