From the Royal Town of Písek to Orlík
Road cycling combines speed, passion, and nature. Regardless of experience level, this sport offers not only adrenaline but also a chance to connect socially with fellow cyclists. Get ready for a road adventure and enjoy the freedom of movement in the great outdoors.
From the royal town of Písek, head north into the region associated with the painter Mikoláš Aleš. Ride through charming villages and along scenic country roads to the town of Mirovice on the Skalice River, with its impressive plague column and the Church of St. Clement. Continue past the Lety memorial to the village of Orlík nad Vltavou, where the Orlík Castle stands above the Vltava River. On the way back along the left bank of the Vltava and then the Otava, you can make a detour to the medieval Zvíkov Castle and then return to Písek.
Total length
82 km
Terrain
Elevation gain: 905 m
Elevation loss: 905 m
Interesting places on the route
- Prácheň Museum in Písek
- Stone Bridge in Písek
- Čížová Brewery
- Čížová Castle
- Orlík nad Vltavou Castle
- Vráž Spa
