Dobsin: Hotels and Accommodation

Dobšín lies on the edge of the Český ráj tourism region, the Bohemian Paradise. The town offers a peaceful natural setting with extensive forests.

Nature

In the vicinity of Dobšín, the Údolí Plakánek nature reserve protects the floodplain of the gorge-like valley along the upper reaches of the Klenice River, as well as the adjacent woodland. Also nearby, an educational trail runs between sandstone rocks along the Klenice River and offers a view of Kost Castle.

History and Townscape

Archaeological finds in the region around Dobšín provide evidence of settlement dating back many years before the beginning of the Common Era. The first written mention of Dobšín dates from 1556.

The golden color in Dobšín’s coat of arms is derived from the color of the local sandstone. A pine branch in the coat of arms symbolizes the predominant type of local woodland.

The Dobšín Volunteer Fire Brigade was founded in 1908. Easter rattling is a tradition in Dobšín and begins on Maundy Thursday. Children who wish to take part in the Dobšín Easter rattling tradition meet on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. in Kamenice near Boček’s.

The book “Dobšín a Kamenice: Ve víru historických událostí” covers the local settlements and names, territorial development, and changes in education, culture, and sport. The book “Paměti dobšínské školy” documents the history of the local school building, as well as excursions and cultural events.

Culture

Near Dobšín, Trosky is a publicly accessible castle ruin and has been classified as a national cultural monument since 2002.

Near Dobšín, Humprecht Hunting Lodge stands above Sobotka. It was built in the Renaissance style in the 16th century and features frescoes and a distinctive two-story entrance palace.

Near Dobšín, the well-preserved Gothic Kost Castle stands on a massive sandstone spur in a wooded valley. Near Dobšín, Kost Castle offers four different guided tours for visitors.

Trails

Near Dobšín, Valdštejn Castle can be reached on foot via green- and red-marked hiking trails. Route 4009 runs along the northern side of Dobšín. Route 4010 reaches the eastern end of Dobšín.

Other Places

Other places: Přepeře, Boseň, Brezina, Kropáčova Vrutice, Strašnov, Belá Pod Bezdezem, Chudíř, Smilovice

To the overarching travel overview: Mladá Boleslav District.