Šimanov between Moorland, Forest and Distant Views
Šimanov appeals to travellers who want to experience nature not merely as a backdrop, but in its various landscape forms. The hilly, mostly forested surroundings with wide-ranging views are suitable for hikes and walks in nature. They are complemented by prominent elevations, special wetlands, protected species and destinations in the wider regional area.
Šimanov lies at the foot of the 713-metre-high Strážník. The European watershed between the Elbe and Danube also runs along the edge of the village.
Which landscape destinations are located in the surrounding area?
Several mountains are located around Šimanov: Březina, Přední skála, Špičák and Popický vrch are among these destinations in the nearby area. The four mountains complement the location at the foot of Strážník with further landscape features around Šimanov.
The immediate character of the village nevertheless remains defined by the forested and hilly surroundings. The location at the foot of Strážník and the watershed at the edge of the village complement these mountains with two further geographical aspects.
Which cultural destinations extend the wider travel horizon?
The Želivský Kláštor Monastery, Roštejn Castle [Doupě] and the Janštejn ruins are located in the wider regional area around Šimanov. The Orlík ruins are also located nearby. The cultural spectrum thus ranges from a monastery and a castle to ruins. Orlík is located in the surrounding area, while the other three historic destinations are in the wider regional area.
For comparison with other places, you can also open Milíčov, Svojkovice, Bílý Kámen, Strachoňovice, Záborná, Horní Dubenky, Bítovčice and Kostelec.
Which route is associated with Šimanov?
One specific route is „Bukovými lesy do Větrného Jeníkova“. This route follows the road in the direction of Bílý Kámen and Šimanov to Větrný Jeníkov.
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What is the elevation of Šimanov?
Šimanov has an elevation ranging from 620 to 660 metres.
What is Šimanovské rašeliniště?
The Šimanovské rašeliniště nature reserve is located within the municipality of Šimanov, approximately 500 metres south of the village. It is a valley and slope-spring fen covering approximately 4 hectares at around 605 metres above sea level. The highly endangered moss species Meesia triquetra occurs there; its local population comprises only a few dozen shoots.
What characterises the Hajnice natural area?
Hajnice lies approximately 500 metres northwest of Šimanov below Strážník. The natural area comprises wet meadows, pastures, wetlands and a pond on the upper course of the Hejnický potok. It covers approximately 18 hectares and lies at around 660 metres above sea level. The protected animal and plant species found there include noble crayfish, common snipe and broad-leaved marsh orchid.
Which route passes through Šimanov?
The route „Bukovými lesy do Větrného Jeníkova“ follows the road in the direction of Bílý Kámen and Šimanov to Větrný Jeníkov.
To the higher-level travel overview: Okres Jihlava.
