Kožlí – Castle Park, Orlík Reservoir and Gentle Hills

Kožlí between forests, water and castle culture

Kožlí is situated in a gently rolling landscape near the valley of the Vltava River, where the Orlík Reservoir is now located. The landscape around Kožlí is predominantly forested and includes small fields, meadows and islands of trees. Old avenues, particularly avenues of oaks, shape its character. This gives the area a clear combination of peaceful landscapes, water and historic destinations – an interesting basis if you would like to combine nature experiences and culture during your stay.

Orlík Castle and the Castle Park

Orlík Castle is situated on the shore of the Orlík Reservoir and offers a visitor route. The extensive Orlík Castle Park begins immediately behind Kožlí and extends as far as the neighboring municipality of Orlík nad Vltavou. The park is laid out in the English style and features mature oaks, beeches and pines. For a visit, the castle and visitor route can be combined with the park; the crypt complements the historical theme. At the same time, the Orlík Reservoir remains a prominent landscape feature, bringing culture, parkland and water together in a clear day-trip idea.

A short walk leads through Orlík Castle Park to Orlík Castle and stops at the crypt. In addition, the neo-Gothic Schwarzenberg Crypt is located a few hundred meters from Kožlí. This allows you to include a visitor route, the park and a distinct historic site within the same thematic surroundings when planning your visit.

Excursions at the Reservoir and Regional Experiences

The Orlík Reservoir offers another perspective on the area in addition to visiting the castle. Swimming is possible in the reservoir at Autocamp Velký Vír. If you would like to plan a day by the water during your stay, this specific bathing area is an additional option among the local choices.

Besides the castle and park, a brewery tour and sailing are also available as activities. Pivovar Orlík brewery offers brewery tours by prior arrangement. From May to September, Yacht Club Barrandov rents charter sailing yachts with cabins in three size categories. These two options focus on different experiences: the brewery tour introduces you to the regional beer culture, while the charter is intended for an independent activity on the water.

Which Accommodation Suits Your Travel Plans

When searching for accommodation in Kožlí, you can first decide which focus you would like to choose: the castle and visitor route, the park and landscape, swimming in the Orlík Reservoir, an arranged tour at Pivovar Orlík or sailing between May and September. The castle and park combine culture and landscape; swimming represents water, the arranged brewery tour represents enjoyment, and sailing from May to September represents active time on the water.

For further travel planning, you can also compare the following destinations: Cimelice, Kestřany, Zbelítov, Olešná, Božetice, Obora U Cerhonic, Křenovice and Nová Ves U Protivína.

For the higher-level travel overview: Písek District.