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Where Pelhřimov is located
49.4313° N · 15.2234° E · 499 m above sea level
- Latitude
- 49° 25′ 53″ s. š.
- Longitude
- 15° 13′ 24″ v. d.
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Which place will tell you its story today?
29 places with known locations · 9 more stories in the list. Points are based on editorial GPS coordinates or the indicated OpenStreetMap source. Topics are selections of places, not verified walking routes.
01Beachwell: sand, minigolf and relaxation in one day
Five beach courts, eighteen minigolf holes, wellness and an Italian bistro. Discover a place on the outskirts of Pelhřimov where an afternoon of sport can turn into a little holiday.
02Benne Bistro — a little piece of Italy on Táborská
Slow down for a moment and enjoy fresh pasta, pizza or an espresso. Benne Bistro on Táborská reveals another side of Pelhřimov: through flavours, seasonal ingredients and the people behind them.
The Dean's Garden and the Garden House of František Bernard Vaněk
The garden offers an opportunity to combine relaxation with literary history. The garden house commemorates the priest and writer František Bernard Vaněk (1872–1944).
Lubomír Lipský Theatre — from salt storage to culture
The theatre building has an unexpected origin: it was built in 1707 as a salt store. After a fire in 1766, salt storage was moved elsewhere.
Drechsel Villa — another distinctive example of Pavel Janák's work
The villa was built in 1912–1913 to a design by Pavel Janák. It was built by Karel Postránecký for imperial councillor and district governor Jan Drechsel.
House No. 17, Galerie M and the Museum of Ghosts
At Masarykovo náměstí 17, you can combine Renaissance architecture with a visit to a gallery and a fairy-tale underground world.
Fárův dům — Cubism on a historic square
House No. 13 is one of the most interesting architectural stops. It originally had a Baroque façade and a mansard roof and housed the U zlatého soudku inn.
Fresco hall — painted decoration associated with justice
Inside the chateau, the fresco hall deserves special attention. The former chateau dining room was renovated in 1770 and also served as a council chamber and courtroom.
Horní Gate, also known as Rynárecká Gate
According to the town's website, the second prominent gate dates from the 16th century. Its original defensive system was more complex than today's passageway: it included a barbican and another gate called Kolíbka.
10Hotel Slávie: an Art Nouveau stop overlooking the square
Coffee on the first floor, lunch by the square and a night in a hotel with First Republic character. Slávie brings together Pelhřimov on your plate, outside your window and as you explore the town at a leisurely pace.
Jihlava Gate and the Museum of Records
Two defining aspects of Pelhřimov come together here: its historic fortifications and its modern record-breaking tradition.
Kalvárie — Chapel of the Holy Cross
Kalvárie has two distinct architectural histories: an older pilgrimage structure and its present-day Neo-Gothic form.
Chapel of Our Lady of Sorrows
The chapel is one of the town's notable Baroque landmarks. Its story begins in 1658, when Mayor Jan Eusebius commissioned a wayside shrine.
The Fountain with Saint James — a Pilgrim in the Heart of Town
The fountain is a small monument with surprisingly rich details. Its first written mention dates from 1546, and its present-day appearance from 1828. The town portal states that it was historically supplied by the Belky spring.
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Kavárna Na Kolíbce — coffee and cakes by Horní brána
A café by Horní brána with its own Remi coffee blend, cakes and a garden terrace surrounded by greenery.
16Church of St Bartholomew and Viewing Tower
The church at the upper end of the square brings Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles together in a single building. The town's website dates its construction to after 1300 and states that it was originally dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Church of St Vitus — the oldest church in Pelhřimov
The Church of St Vitus recalls an earlier period in the town's history than the prominent Church of St Bartholomew. The official portal describes it as the oldest church in Pelhřimov and the original parish church.
18Malé muzeum Bible — a Torah scroll, a printing workshop and a book that flew to the Moon
At Starý Pelhřimov 45, a small museum houses a surprisingly large collection: over 350 copies of the Bible, a Hebrew Torah scroll more than two hundred years old, Lego and Minecraft Bibles, a waterproof Bible in an aquarium and a 16th-century printing workshop where you can print a page from the Bible of Kralice on a replica press.
Masarykovo náměstí and the urban heritage conservation area
The square itself is the best place to begin exploring Pelhřimov. What makes it interesting is that you can see several architectural eras in one place — along with the effects of fires that repeatedly reshaped the town.
20Pelhřimov Municipal Library — books, a study room and stories since 1846
Jirsíkova 841 is home to the district's largest library, with a history dating back to 1846: departments for children and adults, a music media library with an audio library, a study room with internet access, e-books, games and regular events for all generations.
Town Jail — an authentic site of former imprisonment
The town jail is one of the town's most compelling historic sites. The museum stresses that the exhibition is based on the building's actual use and surviving sources.
Muzeum Vysočiny — a gradual, a Gothic Madonna and a surprising “cake”
The museum at Masarykovo náměstí 12 has several exhibits that provide an excellent starting point for engaging stories.
23Muzeum Vysočiny Pelhřimov — the chateau safeguarding a Madonna, a gradual and works by the Šejnosts
Muzeum Vysočiny Pelhřimov is based in the chateau of the Lords of Říčany on Masarykovo náměstí. Its permanent exhibitions preserve the Pelhřimov Gradual, the late Gothic Madonna from Červená Řečice and works by Josef and Zdeněk Šejnost. Its branches also include the renovated Kámen Castle and the F. B. Vaněk Cottage.
24Na Čtyrce — restaurant, brewery and shopping arcade on the square
A medieval house on Masarykovo náměstí houses a restaurant, a family brewery with four original beers and a shopping arcade with a patisserie, café and butcher's shop.
Pelhřimovské peklo
The same address, Masarykovo náměstí 10, also houses a separate interactive exhibition, Pelhřimovské peklo.
26Pivovar Pelhřimov: visit the shop for local flavour and history
Visit the brewery shop at the entrance: local beer, speciality beers and souvenirs. The brewery itself can only be visited by prior arrangement, not during the shop's regular opening hours.
Šrejnarovský House and the Lipský Brothers' MÚZYum
The house at Masarykovo náměstí 10 is worth visiting for its architecture alone. Built in 1614 in the Renaissance style, it is named after the burgher Kryštof Šrejnar.
Record Trail — a walk between exhibitions
The trail called Procházka českou knihou rekordů connects Muzeum rekordů and Zlaté české ručičky. It is a good way to combine visits to both exhibitions with a walk through the town.
Chateau of the Lords of Říčany — a noble residence, town hall, courthouse and museum
Pelhřimov Chateau is particularly interesting for the changes in its use. Its history traces the transition from seigneurial authority to municipal administration and later to a public museum.
Zlaté české ručičky — patience measured in thousands of hours
The second part of the record-breaking attractions is located at nábřeží Rekordů a kuriozit 811. The exhibition includes a garden with giant objects. The operator lists more than 90 creations made from matches and match heads.
Výlet za město
Cíle mimo Pelhřimov — v okolí a na Vysočině. Počítejte s cestou autem, na kole nebo vlakem.
01CAFÉ POLE — coffee and desserts from Farma
Desserts baked right in the café, Julius Meinl coffee and seating with views of the countryside. CAFÉ POLE in Služátky is Hotel Farma's café — and a place where you can linger a little longer.
02Trip outside town · 4 kmHotel Farma — flavours and tranquillity by three ponds
In Služátky near Pelhřimov, a family-run hotel, regional cuisine and the countryside around three ponds come together. Stop for a meal, a coffee or a few nights away from the bustle of town.
03Trip outside town · 15 kmHrad Kámen — skála, rytíři a příběhy na dvou kolech
Gotický hrad na skalisku, historické motocykly a dvě dětské herny. Do Kámene vyrazte za historií i rodinným zážitkem; aktuální program ověřujeme přímo u provozovatele.
04Trip outside town · 18 kmK66 in Kamenice nad Lipou — Café, Studio and Bread 66
A house blend, brunch, homemade Bread 66 and, in the other half of the house, a studio hosting concerts and workshops. Café K66 on Husovo náměstí in Kamenice nad Lipou is a place to linger a little longer.
05Trip outside townPenzion Okamžik — sleep on a masonry stove, enjoy dinner and find some peace
In Stanovice near Nová Cerekev, a traditional Czech living room meets a modern restaurant and a small wellness area. Nine distinctive rooms, the chance to sleep on a masonry stove and the countryside around Pelhřimov offer more than one reason to visit.
06Trip outside town · 16 kmBernard Brewery in Humpolec — Beer Hall, Tours and a Chimney Lookout Tower
The Bernard Family Brewery Visitor Centre offers tank beer at Na Štokách Beer Hall, tours of the working brewery and views from the chimney after climbing 189 steps.
07Trip outside town · 8 kmPípalka Lookout Tower: 205 Steps at the Summit of Křemešník
The steel Pípalka lookout tower stands at the summit of Křemešník, about 7 km from Pelhřimov. 205 steps, a platform at 40 metres, a telescope and, in clear weather, views as far as Krkonoše and Šumava.
08Trip outside town · 9 kmČervená Řečice Château
A Renaissance château with unique fortifications and two octagonal bastions, coming back to life after many years. A trip out of town, about 9 km north of Pelhřimov.
Sources verified on 14 October 2026. Prices and opening hours may change; check the latest information with the operator before visiting.
And the famous Pelhřimov crematorium?
The movie quote did not refer to an actual crematorium in Pelhřimov. A wooden replica opened on 25 August 2010 as part of a tongue-in-cheek event burned down on 28 August of the same year. It is therefore not a surviving tourist attraction. The event included a chain of 181 people wearing firefighter helmets.
Source: city tourism portal ↗