Zaton: Hotels and accommodations

Historical evidence and route connections are the focus in Zátoň on the Vltava. Those planning a stay in Zátoň may wish to book a hotel for this purpose.

Culture

The Church of St. John the Baptist in Zátoň is a late Gothic building on a prominent hill above the Vltava. It was built after 1490 on older foundations and vaulted in 1510.

The early history of Zátoň is linked to a wooded area and a chapel dedicated to St. John the Baptist. According to tradition, the wooded area and the chapel were donated to Ostrov Monastery between 1037 and 1055. Zátoň formed the southernmost part of the property belonging to Ostrov Benedictine Monastery and is documented in a deed from 1310.

The archaeological area of Zátoň lies on the Vltava and encompasses an area with confirmed archaeological finds or where archaeological finds can reasonably be expected. Haslach Parish Church is a church in the broader regional surroundings of Zátoň.

Landscape

The mountains of Aubühel, Kleť and Břevniště are located in the broader regional surroundings of Zátoň. Chlumany is a named site considered an ancient site in the broader regional surroundings of Zátoň.

In the immediate vicinity of Zátoň lies (Prasečí kopec) [Přídolí-Lověšice], a hill.

Cycling and water

The seventh stage of EuroVelo 7 leads from Zátoň via Spolí to Český Krumlov and is 17.1 km long. The marked Vltavský okruh leads from Lenora via Zátoň to Horní Vltavice.

Spring, summer and autumn are considered the recommended travel seasons for the Vltavská cyklistická cesta.

About 1 km after the bridge in Zátoň, the Vltava widens and forms numerous shallows. An island follows, which is passed on the left; farther downstream lies the Na Pískárně campsite.

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