Spáňov: Hotels and Accommodation

Spáňov lies on the border between the Všerubská vrchovina and the Podčeskoleská pahorkatina at an altitude of 440 metres above sea level.

Landscape

On the western side of Spáňov lies the slightly elevated Domažlický háj woodland. A pond used for fire protection and fish farming is located on the southwestern edge of the village.

Culture and History

A late Baroque chapel from the second half of the 18th century stands on Spáňov village square. The chapel is hexagonal and has a bell tower; inside there is a folk painting of the Coronation of the Virgin Mary.

In the vicinity of Spáňov lies the Rýzmberk castle ruin with a lookout tower. Rýzmberk Castle, located in the vicinity of Spáňov, was founded in the second half of the 13th century on a high hill near Kdyně and controlled the Všerubský Pass, through which the important trade route to Bavaria led.

Historic Sites

The Klobouk u Kouta gloriette stands in the vicinity of Spáňov on a hill between the villages of Kout na Šumavě and Spáňov. It was built in the vicinity of Spáňov in 1723 by the Kout estate. It was probably intended as a small structure to enliven the park-like landscape and provide the estate with a place to rest while enjoying a beautiful view of Kout Castle and its picturesque surroundings.

The Koráb lookout tower offers views of the Domažlicko region, Český les, Šumava and Bavaria in the vicinity of Spáňov.

Getting Around

The completed Kout–Spáňov cycle route is part of the planned Domažlice–Kdyně cycle route. The railway line between Domažlice and Brno runs through Spáňov.

Other places: Stankov, Capartice, Draženov, Ceska Kubice, Klenčí Pod Čerchovem, Rybník, Velký Malahov, Vlkanov

To the higher-level travel overview: Domažlice District.