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Pacov
ℹ️Practical info — Pacov
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Look for the marker of the 15th Meridian East, which passes right through the town.
- Explore the Pacov Castle complex, which also houses the local museum.
- Check restaurant opening times in advance; this is a quiet town and places may close early, especially on weekdays.
- Parking on Náměstí Svobody (the main square) is generally easy, but check the signs for time limits.
🍽 Food
Try the traditional Czech potato soup, a staple of the Vysočina region, at a local pub on the main square.
Order this classic roast pork with dumplings and cabbage at an inn near the castle.
Stop by a local bakery or café on Náměstí Svobody for a coffee and fresh sweet treats.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Look for regional products like local honey or preserves in the small grocery shops around the center.
Browse the small shops extending from the main square for modest, locally made gifts.
Take a tranquil walk under the mature trees right next to Pacov Castle.
A quiet, leafy spot dedicated to the famous Czech poet who was born here.
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Pacov is a historic town in the Vysočina Region, located on the border between Bohemia and Moravia. The town is renowned for its deep history and its significant link to motorsports; the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) was founded here in 1904. A major landmark is Pacov Chateau, which originated as a Gothic castle before being reconstructed into a Baroque residence. The parish Church of St. Remigius and the Baroque Church of St. Wenceslaus represent the town's religious architectural heritage. Pacov is notably situated directly on the 15th meridian east, a fact commemorated by a monument in the town center. The surrounding rolling hills of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands provide ample opportunities for hiking and nature exploration. Pacov maintains its cultural legacy through local museums and recurring events that celebrate both its regional history and its international status in the world of motorcycling.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: Svatý Michael archanděl · Jachťák · Nový rybník
- Nearby: Pelhřimov (17 km)
- Population: ~5.145
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 | -2 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 49 | 38 | 46 | 39 | 78 | 87 | 87 | 89 | 60 | 49 | 44 | 44 |
Geography
Facts
- First mentioned in records in the year 1316
- The FIM was established here in 1904
- The 15th meridian east passes through the town square
- The chateau once served as a Carmelite monastery
- St. Remigius Church is one of the town's oldest buildings
- Located at an altitude of 615 meters above sea level
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