Doubí between castle history, a Christmas exhibition and nature

Doubí offers several distinct themes to consider when planning a trip: Doubí Castle and its history, a year-round exhibition at Vánoční dům, and natural attractions such as the Svatý Linhart game reserve and the Ohře Valley. If you’re looking for hotels in Doubí, this overview can help you decide which focus best suits your stay: architectural history, a Christmas theme, or trails through the countryside. The specific locations also differ in their access conditions, which are worth taking into account when planning.

Doubí Castle: name, park and Baroque character

The name of Doubí Castle is documented from the mid-14th century. This date refers to the castle’s name; Doubí Castle did not take on its Baroque character until between 1739 and 1756. Another historical point of reference is the park with its viewing terrace, laid out beside Doubí Castle in the 17th century. These three details therefore tell different stories: the documented name, the park and the architectural character each represent different aspects and periods. In chronological order, the park was laid out before the castle’s Baroque transformation. Visitors interested in architectural history can distinguish the medieval record of the name, the landscaping and the Baroque architecture, rather than reducing them to a single date of origin.

A Christmas theme all year round

Vánoční dům in Doubí features a year-round exhibition of Christmas ornaments and decorations and is the first and only Christmas house in the Czech Republic. Its exhibition theme therefore extends beyond the Advent and Christmas season, focusing on festive decor and related objects. Christmas pastries and vánočka are served at Café Andělská in Vánoční dům.

Countryside and trails near Doubí

Doubí is located in the Slavkovský les Protected Landscape Area. The Svatý Linhart game reserve covers 40 hectares and is open to visitors free of charge. A bridge structure in the reserve takes the trail up to six metres above the ground in places. The Svatý Linhart treetop trail includes two wooden treehouses and a viewing platform connected by walkways that visitors can cross. The area, height and connected structures each offer a different indication of how this nature attraction is designed.

From Doubí, visitors can climb to the former “Sv. Linhart” excursion inn and try the attractions at the climbing centre there. The Ohře Valley is another starting point for outdoor activities; however, from Doubí, it can only be reached on foot or by bicycle.

Plan your journey to the Ohře Valley

When planning a route through the Ohře Valley, plan your journey to the starting point and your travel through the valley separately. The route’s starting point can be reached from the Tržnice stop by MHD bus no. 6. Transport details may change, so check the timetable before travelling. The bus information refers to the route’s starting point, while the valley itself, when reached from Doubí, is accessible only on foot or by bicycle. This lets you plan the journey to the starting point and the route through the valley as two separate parts of your trip.

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