Orlík Dam – Vrškamýk Castle Ruins loop from Kamýk nad Vltavou

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Orlík Dam – Vrškamýk Castle Ruins loop from Kamýk nad Vltavou

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Orlík Dam – Vrškamýk Castle Ruins loop from Kamýk nad Vltavou

07:04

24.3km

630m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 18.7 km for 38 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.5 km

Milada Lookout Tower

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In summer, you can either spend 2EUR (equivalent) on the entrance fee to the tower, or get yourself a beer and enjoy the views from a bench by the tower, views are amazing nonetheless.

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12.7 km

The dam is the largest in the Czech Republic and an important link in the Vltava cascade. The reservoir has a length of over 60 km and was built for power generation, flood protection and water regulation of the Vltava.

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18.7 km

View of the Vltava River Bend at Solenice

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Not your regular crowded Vltava viewpoint, as this one is further from Prague than e.g. Maj, less ppl get here.

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22.9 km

Vrškamýk Castle Ruins

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The Vrškamýk ruins from the 13th century are a reminder of the former royal castle associated with the powerful Přemyslid dynasty. Wenceslaus I and Przemysl Otakar II worked here, who …

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