Sejřek – Nature, Views and Special Discoveries

Sejřek is a destination for anyone who wants to combine experiences in nature, regional routes and special discoveries. The town lies on the edge of the “Svratecká hornatina” Nature Park. Even the view of the landscape around Sejřek shows that a stay here does not have to be limited to a single excursion: viewpoints, family activities, trails and a cultural-historical detail open up different possibilities for planning your trip.

Nature and views from Stráž Hill

North of Sejřek, Stráž Hill rises to 585 m above sea level. Above Sejřek, it is a popular viewpoint offering an almost panoramic view. From the hill, the view stretches towards Tišnov, the hills near Velké Meziříčí, Žďár nad Sázavou, the highlands near Nové Město and Jimramov, and the hills near Olešnice.

If you enjoy experiencing landscapes mindfully, Stráž provides a clear focus for your trip to Sejřek. The elevation also helps put the viewpoint into context. Those travelling with different interests can plan their stay according to their preferred daily rhythm: one day focused on views and landscapes, another on a route or a visit to the town.

Family activities at the U Dvora Eco-Centre

The U Dvora Eco-Centre is located in Sejřek on the grounds of Mansberk Farm. It organises activities with horses for families and individuals. In addition, the Eco-Centre mainly offers advice and educational programmes to the public, young people and families.

This means that, alongside its natural attractions, Sejřek also has a place for visitors interested in animals, learning and shared activities. Families can take this focus into account when choosing their daily destinations without having to limit their stay to a single theme. The Eco-Centre can thus be combined with a view from Stráž or a regional route when planning your own trip.

Routes connected with Sejřek

Sejřek is included in several described routes. The regional route “Nedvědice – Mansberk – Sejřek – Hájenka – Drahonín – Šafránkův Mlýn” passes through the town. In addition, the “Za Uranem” route passes through Sejřek at kilometre 16. This route leads to Sejřek via Road 390.

On the “Za Uranem” route, views of Pernštejn Castle open up during the ascent to the small forest. For your planning, this means that you can regard Sejřek both as a destination in its own right and as part of a trip where landscape impressions and regional routes play a role. Keep the specific route layout in mind and choose your excursion destinations according to the experience you are looking for that day.

A cultural-historical detail in the town

One of the special discoveries in Sejřek is the Křížový kámen (Smírčí kámen). It is a white marble slab with a broken-off corner and a cross relief. The stone is located behind the cowshed by a stream. For visitors interested in cultural history, this detail complements the experiences of nature and routes with a quiet impression rooted in the local area.

Choosing Sejřek as your accommodation destination

If you are looking for a hotel or other accommodation in Sejřek, your choice should match the focus of your plans. Stráž Hill is the main attraction for views and landscapes, while the U Dvora Eco-Centre offers family and educational activities. Those wishing to include regional routes can take the “Za Uranem” route and the connection via Road 390 into account when planning their trip. In this way, the verified features of the town create not an arbitrary sightseeing programme, but a trip with clear interests: nature, shared activities, routes or culture.

For further research, you may also consider Sázava, Nový Jimramov, Křižanov, Znětínek, Dolní Heřmanice, Měřín, Javorek and Lísek as well.

For the higher-level travel overview: Okres Žďár Nad Sázavou.