Discover Bolesín: Nature, Trails and Viewpoints

Bolesín is an interesting destination for anyone who wants to combine experiences in nature with active excursions. Around Bolešín, the options range from a fairy-tale trail for children aged three and over to a more challenging 45-km cycling tour. There is also the rocky Hraběcí stolek viewpoint, protected spring areas and a landscape in which forests, meadows, villages and viewpoints shape the character of the journey.

Hraběcí stolek: Views and protected nature

Hraběcí stolek near Bolešín is located on a rocky promontory at an altitude of 530 m. From there, the view reaches across a meander of the Svratka River and the Vír II Reservoir. Since 2026, the area has officially been protected as a nature reserve. This makes the viewpoint remarkable not only for its panorama, but also for its distinctive landscape.

The nature reserve contains a small waterfall and spring areas. The rare Austrian spring snail, called praménka rakouská in Czech, lives there. Anyone who wants to discover not only broad landscape views but also inconspicuous details of nature during a stay in Bolesín will find a special point of interest here. The protected surroundings can therefore be included in travel planning as a distinct focus.

The Fairy-Tale Trail for a shared excursion

The “Pohádková stezka na Hraběcím stolku” Fairy-Tale Trail begins at the bus stop in Bolešín and ends at Hraběcí stolek. It is intended for children aged three and over. For families, this trail can be a practical way to combine an excursion to a viewpoint with an idea designed for children. The route has a clear starting point and a named destination, without requiring you to reduce the excursion to a mere viewpoint tour.

Cycling on the “Za výhledy” Tour

For more active days, there is the more challenging version of the “Za výhledy” cycling tour. It is 45 km long and suitable for trekking bikes and mountain bikes. The tour passes through Rovečné, Bolešín and Koroužné. Along the way, it runs through hilly terrain with forests, meadows, villages and trails, and passes four lookout towers and viewpoints.

This information can help you choose the right type of trip: the Fairy-Tale Trail focuses on a short, clearly defined family excursion, while the 45-km cycling tour describes a considerably more extensive active day. Anyone looking for accommodation in Bolesín can therefore primarily consider whether the trip should be shaped by observing nature, a family trail or a longer cycling tour.

Historical traces and accommodation in Bolešín

A memorial to the victims of the First and Second World Wars is located near Bolešín. It adds a historical connection to the nature and activity themes. The “U Šikulů” guesthouse in Bolešín is also housed in a former school building.

More destinations for trip planning

If you would like to compare more places in addition to Bolesín, here is a compact selection: Martinice, Ždánice, Moravecké Pavlovice, Stránecká Zhoř, Nové Mesto Na Morave, Bukov, Bohdalov and Chlumětín.

For the higher-level travel overview: Žďár Nad Sázavou District.