Mýtinka: Stream Landscape, Views and Excursions

Mýtinka lies north of the I/64 road; the Stodolský potok stream flows through the village. Antonínova Výšina in the Mýtinka u Poustky area offers views over the Cheb region. Those planning a stay can choose between the landscape along the stream, the views and excursions in the surrounding area.

Landscape Between Stream and Viewpoint

The local “Na Stodolském potoce” biocentre extends across the cadastral areas of Zelený Háj and Mýtinka u Poustky. It consists of a shallow, wooded valley with a strip of alders along the stream. Antonínova Výšina offers a different landscape feature: it is a low rise above a shallow stream valley and a continuous wooded area along the stream; it also offers views over the Cheb region. The valley with its strip of alders and the rise with its views can therefore be appreciated as two distinct impressions of the landscape.

History of the Village

Mýtinka was first mentioned in historical texts in 1395. It was once a small settlement with six farmsteads. The two details complement each other: the year identifies an early written reference, while the number of farmsteads describes the settlement’s former character. Together, they connect a specific point in history with a picture of the settlement’s former form.

Explore by Bike

For cycling, National Cycle Route 23 (Magistrála Krušné hory) provides a specific route reference. On the Cheb–Luby section, it passes through Mýtinka (Rossenreuth) at kilometre 15. Immediately after crossing the busy Cheb–Aš road, the route passes Hof Mýtinka. The section name and kilometre marker help locate the village along the route; the farmstead is an additional landmark on the described stretch. Check current signage and road conditions before setting out.

A Hiking Trip to SOOS

Near Mýtinka, a 16-kilometre excursion runs from Františkovy Lázně to the SOOS National Nature Reserve via Antonínova Výšina. The route follows a green-marked hiking trail. The distance refers to the entire excursion between Františkovy Lázně and SOOS; Antonínova Výšina is the named point along the way. If you plan this trip, check the current trail markings in advance.

The landmarks used for planning differ between the two routes: for the cycling route, Route 23, the Cheb–Luby section and kilometre 15 are relevant; for the hiking excursion, they are the total distance of 16 kilometres, the destination of SOOS and the green trail marking. This lets you use the planning details for each trip separately.

Events in the Surrounding Area

At Seeberg Castle near Mýtinka, an annual traditional historical fair, a wine festival, and various concerts and events for children and adults are held. Event dates vary from year to year. If you want to plan your trip around a particular festival or concert, check the dates for your travel period. This helps distinguish the recurring events from the specific dates in any given year.

For the wider travel overview: Voitersreuth.