Location

The Czech Republic lies in the heart of Europe. It is a beautiful, historic country, which offers visitors many interesting historical sites. Its historic cities are a treasure trove of historical sites.

The City of Tábor lies on the northern edge of South Bohemia, on the boundary of the Třeboň Basin and the Vlašim Highlands, 83 km south of the capital city of Prague, 60 km north of České Budějovice (the centre of South Bohemia). Tábor is the second largest city in South Bohemia, with a population of 37 thousand inhabitants.






The gently undulating region of the Tábor Uplands is an ideal spot to spend a pleasant holiday. There are a number of popular sites in the region including castles (Kotnov Castle in Tábor, the ruins of Kozí hrádek in the close vicinity, Starý zámek near Borotín, Šelmberk, Choustník, Příběnice…), chateaux (Bechyně Chateau, Červená Lhota on the boundary of the Tábor and Jindřichův Hradec regions) and unique technical works (the Stádlec Chain Bridge). Flat marshland lies to the south west of Tábor, with examples of typical South Bohemian folk architecture, peat bogs and extensive forests. The countryside around Tábor offers ideal conditions for hiking, cycling or horseback riding. Other places to visit in the region include interesting natural sites – Chýnov Cave, The Botanical Gardens in Tábor or the educational trail at Borkovická blata (marshlands). The Lužnice River, which meanders through the entire region, invites you to take a trip by canoe or to enjoy a quiet spot of fishing. The Tábor region is full of lakes, that are largely used for recreation. Caravan parks, hut colonies and water sports camp sites line the banks of the river and many lakes (accommodation). 
  

  



Photo: Karel Bureš




Photo: Lucie Hanousková 

Area of the town: 6221 ha

Number of inhabitants: 36 182 (1. 11. 2004)

Highest points: Žižkovo náměstí (historical centre) 450 metres ASL, Svatá Anna (chapel) 476 metres ASL, Hýlačka (in Větrovy) 522 metres ASL. 

Lowest point: The River Lužnice 384 metres ASL.