Kojetín: Ronovecký Forest, Prdlavka and Ronovec

Kojetín offers a range of options for a stay immersed in nature and local history. Ronovecký Forest lies within the cadastral area of the municipality; the natural spring Prdlavka is also in Kojetín. The ruins of Ronovec Castle stretch between Kojetín, Dolní Krupá and Břevnice. If you are looking for a hotel in Kojetín, these places can help shape your stay: from walking in the forest and visiting the spring to exploring the history of an early Gothic castle.

Forest trails and outdoor activities

Ronovecký Forest is a popular place for walks and outings. A marked hiking trail runs through the forest, connecting Havlíčkův Brod with Chotěboř. These are two distinct ways to explore the area: the forest is ideal for spending time outdoors, while the trail provides a specific link between the two towns. The surroundings of Kojetín are also suitable for cycling and mushroom picking. This gives you the choice of a walk, a marked hike or activities in the wider area.

The Prdlavka spring

Prdlavka is a natural spring in the municipality of Kojetín and was named the region’s Spring of the Year in 2007. This date makes the award part of its history. To find it, follow a yellow tourist trail marker; the spring is a few hundred metres from the Ve Žlabě signpost, on the way to Ronovec Castle. It is accessible by footpath. As trail conditions can change, check their status before your visit. Unlike the forest trail, the focus here is a named natural feature with specific directions.

Ronovec: castle and ruins

Ronovec adds a specific castle history to the nature-focused attractions. The castle dates from the 13th century, was built in the early Gothic style and is now a ruin stretching between Dolní Krupá, Břevnice and Kojetín. It was abandoned in 1544, when its then-resident moved permanently to a fortified manor house in Dolní Krupá. This brings two historical dates into focus: the castle’s construction in the 13th century and its abandonment in 1544. Its early Gothic classification adds an architectural dimension to this timeline and makes the site interesting from the perspective of architectural history as well.

Highlights for your stay

To help you choose, compare the different ways to explore the area: the trail runs through Ronovecký Forest and connects two towns; at Prdlavka, the specific directions are the yellow trail marker, the Ve Žlabě signpost and the footpath. Ronovec, on the other hand, offers a historical focus, with an early Gothic castle from the 13th century that was abandoned in 1544. If you are looking for a hotel in Kojetín, consider whether hiking, a particular natural feature or local history should shape your stay, then choose accommodation based on your own requirements.

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For the main travel overview: Havlíčkův Brod District.