Discover Fryšava pod Žákovou Horou

Fryšava pod Žákovou Horou combines protected landscape, forests and remarkable culture. The village lies on the edge of the extensive Žďárské vrchy forest complex; Fryšava pod Žákovou horou is located in the Žďárské vrchy Protected Landscape Area. The Žákova hora National Nature Reserve is situated nearby at an elevation of 810 m. The reserve preserves a primeval fir-beech forest interspersed with spruce and sycamore maple trees. Fryšava therefore offers a stay where nature experiences and regional history have an equally important place.

Forest, Springs and a Distinctive Church

The Stříbrná studánka spring, one of the sources of the Svratka River, is located nearby. Such distinctive landscape sites give the area its own character and make it interesting for anyone who wants to discover forests and bodies of water while travelling through the Czech Republic.

In the built-up area of Fryšava, the Church of St Matthew is a prominent landmark. It is also connected with one of the routes described here: the “Around Medlov and Sykovec Ponds to Brožova skalka and Pasecká skála” route passes through Fryšava and by the church. This makes it possible to combine the distinctive village view with a route linking several landscape destinations.

Routes for Active and Story-Filled Excursions

The “Around Medlov and Sykovec Ponds to Brožova skalka and Pasecká skála” route is one way to get to know Fryšava as part of a larger circuit through the landscape. Another perspective is offered by the “Around Medlov Trail in Search of Silver Bells”. It draws on figures, stories and legends from the forests of the Žďárské vrchy area and is designed as an entertaining afternoon excursion for families with children. The route therefore combines physical activity with the region’s storytelling tradition.

The “To Fryšavský kopec” excursion begins in Fryšava and leads into the forests of the Žďárské vrchy. The route of the same name leads to a memorial to the Mistr Jan Hus partisan brigade. Those interested in regional history will therefore find a specific historical connection within this excursion. The “Žďár Route in Search of Glassmakers” also leads to Fryšava pod Žákovou horou.

Swimming in the nearby Medlovský rybník provides further variety. Fryšava also has groomed cross-country ski tracks. The destination can therefore suit different travel preferences: a stay involving hiking and nature trails, an excursion with a family-oriented storytelling route, or days when a body of water and winter ski tracks play a role.

History and Architecture in Fryšava

The local past is also unusually closely connected with crafts and raw materials. After iron ore was discovered, the glassworks in Fryšava was converted into a water-powered hammer mill driven by the Fryšávka River for crushing ore. This transformation is one of the village’s distinctive historical details and complements today’s trails with a glimpse into earlier forms of work.

Another cultural trace leads to the original building of Hotel Medlov. It was designed by Alois Wachsmann in the style of emotional functionalism. During a tour of Hotel Medlov, architectural features and areas that are not usually accessible to the public were presented. The restaurant there serves dishes based on time-tested culinary recipes of Czech mothers and grandmothers. For those looking for accommodation in Fryšava and the surrounding area, the village therefore offers not only landscape but also tangible connections to architecture, history and Czech cuisine.

Discover More Destinations

If you would like to compare other destinations for your research on the Czech Republic alongside Fryšava pod Žákovou Horou, you can also find Vepřová, Radenice, Radešínská Svratka, Skrdlovice, Blízkov, Matějov, Moravecké Pavlovice and Baliny.

Go to the higher-level travel overview: Žďár nad Sázavou District.