Pilsen is a city with a rich history and a lively atmosphere, where Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque combine. Here, ancient monasteries and cathedrals coexist with cozy squares and green parks, and walks along cobbled streets give a feeling of a real European province with a great cultural heritage. The city is known for its architecture and craft spirit, making it attractive to those looking for what to see and where to go.
Man-made sights of Pilsen and the surrounding area are striking in scope and diversity: the Cathedral of St. Bartholomew with a high spire, the beautiful Town Hall and the dominants of the old squares, the Black and White Towers, the Dominican and Kladrub monasteries. In the vicinity there are fortresses and castles - Shvikhov (Shwigov), Kashperk, Radyne, Zbirog, Chervene Porjici, Blatna and small samples of rural fortified architecture in Tetelice. The Chapels of St. Anne, the Apparitions of the Virgin Mary and St. Isidor, monuments and museums add to the list of places worth making on the itinerary.
The natural corners around Pilsen offer a fresh contrast to urban walks: Yaroslav Vrchlitsky Gardens and other city parks for quiet gatherings, Odlezel and Black Lakes for walks by the water, Bila Stř waterfall and hills with panoramas for nature lovers. Gurka and the picturesque valleys of the Uglava River create convenient conditions for hiking and cycling routes, and the forests and lakes of the Plzen region are invited for one-day trips outside the city.
On our site you can see all these attractions on an interactive map, read brief descriptions and historical references, as well as quickly note points of interest. The route construction function will help to plan a day or several days of inspection, combining man-made and natural objects for a convenient and efficient trip around the city.
You are free to explore Pilsen yourself, following the laid routes and discovering hidden corners at your own pace, or book excursions with local guides. Experienced guides will help to better understand the history of castles, model interesting routes and show unexpected details of architecture and nature, making the walk informative and lively.
Come to Pilsen to discover the combination of history, architecture and nature. It is time to make a list of attractions, think through routes and plan excursions - this city is ready to meet travelers and amaze with new discoveries at every step.
