Plesovice: Hiking at the Foot of Kleť

Plešovice (Plesovice) is primarily a hub for hiking trails between Zlatá Koruna, Kleť and the ruins of Dívčí kámen Castle. The village also lies at the foot of Mount Kleť. If you want to plan your stay around destinations you can reach on foot, the trail network offers a natural starting point. The village square, historic farmsteads and chapel also give the village a distinctive architectural character.

Hiking Trails and Walking Excursions

A specifically named section of the Way of St. James runs from Zlatá Koruna to Plešovice: the route is 2.4 kilometres long and marked in red. The Fritsch Trail also reaches Plešovice via the red-marked route. For planning purposes, these are two distinct route connections: one section with a named starting point and stated length, and the route of the Fritsch Trail to the village. Markings and trail conditions can change, so check them before setting out.

The connection between Zlatá Koruna, Kleť and the ruins of Dívčí kámen Castle also makes Plešovice an interesting reference point in a wider hiking trail network. When choosing your destinations, you can decide whether to plan a specific route from Zlatá Koruna or follow the other named trail connections. Its location at the foot of Kleť adds a clear landscape landmark to these route connections without reducing the village to a single trail.

Village Square, Farmsteads and Chapel

The circular village square in Plešovice is a distinctive focal point of the village. It includes a pond and a chapel. The farmsteads around the square are arranged with their gables facing inward towards it. This means the layout can be understood not only through individual buildings but also through their shared orientation: the square is at the centre, and the farmsteads face it with their gable ends.

The historic farmsteads retain traces of their original architectural style; some have decorated gables. If you are interested in the architectural history of rural villages, look out for details such as the gable fronts and the arrangement of the farmsteads. The Chapel of the Coronation of the Virgin Mary also stands in the village square and is classified as an immovable cultural monument. Plešovice also has a Baroque bell tower. The chapel and bell tower are two named features of the local heritage.

Another way to see South Bohemian village architecture is a miniature village model built by Jiří Bauer in his garden. The model includes a working mill, a barn, a chapel and an inn. The miniature buildings make different parts of a village easy to recognize at a glance. The miniature village is on private property; check whether access is possible before visiting.

Cycling Route and Train Travel

For cycling plans, cycle route 1127 is a point of reference in its own right. It passes through Třísov and Plešovice and by Zlatá Koruna railway station. Check the route conditions before setting out, as they can change. The information about the cycling and hiking routes describes different ways to include the village in an active trip.

Plešovice railway station is served by trains on the corridor running via Zlatá Koruna, Český Krumlov, Kájov, Horní Planá and Černý Kříž to Nové Údolí. Check departure times before travelling. When looking for a hotel in Plesovice, you can first consider what you want your stay to focus on: hiking, a cycling trip, the village’s architecture or arriving by train. This helps you decide on a focus without combining individual trails, sights and transport options into a single itinerary.

For the wider travel overview: Goldenkron.