Rediscovered Kájovsko - Boleticko
Discover the unique Baroque park of Červený Dvůr, the Schwarzenberg Canal Museum, and the pilgrimage site of Kájov.
A leisurely one-day cycling trip exploring both well-known and entirely hidden landmarks in the Kájovsko - Boleticko region. The trip is also an opportunity to discover the landscape once traversed by the historic Linz Trail. The route includes an area that was off-limits to the public for three generations – the former military training area of Boletice. Here, you will find one of the oldest religious monuments in South Bohemia, the originally Romanesque Church of St. Nicholas. Along the way, you may also encounter remnants of Czechoslovak fortifications. If you embark on this trip on the second Sunday of October, you can experience an authentic South Bohemian pilgrimage to the miraculous Virgin Mary of Kájov, one of the oldest Marian pilgrimage sites in Bohemia.
Total length
20 km (circular route)
Duration
Easy
Terrain
Asphalt
Recommended period for visiting
Spring – Autumn
Difficulty level
Low
Marking
Yes
How do you get to the start
The starting point of the route is the town of Chvalšiny, selected for its parking, accommodation, dining options, and other activities. From Chvalšiny, follow cycling route 1139, which connects at the Český Krumlov - Černá road junction to 1147 and 1167 towards Kájov, then take 1254 to Boletice, a detour to St. Nicholas, and follow 1253 back to Chvalšiny.
Route description
The entire loop, including detours to Červený Dvůr Castle and the Church of St. Nicholas in Boletice, measures approximately 20 km. The route follows existing marked cycling trails on third-class roads. Due to its low difficulty, the route is also suitable for families with children, less experienced cyclists, and seniors. It can also be completed by car.
