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Klatovy
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💡 Tips
- The Klatovy Catacombs house mummified monks; it is fascinating but quite chilly, so bring a sweater.
- Climbing the Black Tower provides impressive views of the Bohemian Forest, but prepare for over 200 steep steps.
- If visiting in summer, look out for the famous Klatovy carnation exhibitions.
- Klatovy is an excellent starting point for hiking trips into the Šumava National Park.
🍽 Food
Try traditional game meat dishes in the classic Czech restaurants around the center.
A robust local sourdough bread, often served as an appetizer with garlic spread or lard.
Enjoy a cold, perfectly poured local beer in a traditional pub near the main square.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy seeds or blooming carnations from local growers, a symbol of the city's horticulture.
Look for specialty shops offering local honey, cheeses, and smoked meats from the nearby mountains.
A large, beautiful historical park with a pond, handy for a peaceful afternoon stroll.
A small forested hill on the edge of town offering a gentle walk in nature and nice views.
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Klatovy, a royal town in West Bohemia, is often called the 'Gateway to the Šumava Mountains.' Its landmark is the Black Tower, which has an impressive view over the town and the surrounding landscape. Right next to it is the Jesuit Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary and St. Ignatius, beneath which lie the famous catacombs. In these crypts, the bodies of Jesuits and nobles were naturally mummified by a sophisticated ventilation system. Another unique feature of the town is the Baroque pharmacy 'At the White Unicorn,' whose original interior is fully preserved and now serves as a museum. Klatovy is also known for the cultivation of carnations, a tradition dating back to the 19th century.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: Baroque Pharmacy "At the White Unicorn" · PASK · Svatý Antonín
- Nearby: Sušice (24 km)
- Population: ~22.763
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -1 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 13 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 54 | 41 | 48 | 43 | 77 | 88 | 87 | 90 | 58 | 51 | 49 | 51 |
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