Discover Havlovice

Vízmburk is located in the cadastral area of Havlovice in the Trutnov District. The early Gothic castle became a ruin after the Hussite Wars and stands on a rocky promontory above the Úpa. This makes it easy to distinguish its construction period, historical development and location: the early Gothic style classifies the building architecturally, the period after the Hussite Wars explains its ruined state, and the rocky promontory describes its striking position above the river. Anyone interested in medieval history will find two points of reference in time, while the location above the Úpa adds a tangible landscape connection to this historical perspective.

Guided Tours and Events

Guided tours with historical commentary are offered at Vízmburk. Events with a medieval theme are also held regularly. The two formats have different emphases: guided tours focus on historical commentary, while events make the Middle Ages a recurring theme. Before your trip, check the dates of the tours and events if you want to plan your visit around a specific offering. A quick check of the dates helps you plan around the relevant event schedule.

Forest Trails to Vízmburk

Access via forest trails requires separate planning. The forest trails to Vízmburk are challenging because of the elevation change and natural terrain; both factors shape the character of the route. Take the terrain into account when planning and check current trail conditions before your visit, as they can change. The tour and event schedules answer a different planning question from trail conditions: one is about timing, the other about the nature of the access route.

Sports Complex and Leisure Facilities

The Havlovice sports complex has two multipurpose courts with artificial surfaces, a 14-hole miniature golf course and a children’s playground with several attractions. The three facilities differ in type: multipurpose courts, miniature golf and play equipment. If you are looking for a particular leisure activity, this distinction helps you choose the type of facility that suits you. The complex is located between the Úpa and the cycle path to Ratibořice. Its location can therefore be described in relation to the river and the cycle path; the facilities on site, meanwhile, describe what the sports complex includes. These are two different pieces of information for trip planning: the complex’s location and the types of activities it offers.

Heritage Protection and Local History

Hejnův statek is protected as an immovable cultural monument and has been under heritage protection since 3 May 1958. The linden tree in Havlovice was first placed under protection on 14 February 2002. Both dates refer to protection, not to the year of construction or origin. 1958 is the earlier protection date, while 2002 marks the linden tree’s first designation as protected. The two designations also differ in type: an immovable cultural monument on the one hand, and a linden tree with its own nature protection date on the other. These protected landmarks complement the castle’s history with a different historical perspective, based on protection status and date.

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Go to the overview of the region: Trutnov District.