{"id":701,"date":"2023-11-24T16:45:39","date_gmt":"2023-11-24T15:45:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/?p=701"},"modified":"2026-06-13T12:33:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T10:33:59","slug":"josefov-cz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/en\/josefov-cz\/","title":{"rendered":"Josefov (CZ)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-f9862c\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\"><div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-5cd96d\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80%\"><p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-e7c803 wp-block-paragraph\"><em>FORTE CULTURA Station: Fortified ideal town Josefov (CZ)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-large-font-size eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Pearl of fortress construction of the KuK monarchy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"is-style-default wp-block-heading alignwide eplus-wrapper\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);font-size:clamp(1.092rem, 1.092rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 1.013), 1.7rem);\"><em>Military planned city as a bulwark against Prussia in Bohemia<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph translation-block\">The Josefstadt fortress was built as a <a href=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/kulturerbe-festungsmonumente\/geschichte-des-festungsbaus\/festungsbau-vom-15-19-jahrhundert\/befestigte-idealstadt\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2018\" target=\"_self\">fortified ideal city<\/a> between 1780 and 1787 under Emperor Josef II. The main purpose of the 289-hectare fortress was to protect the northern border of the Austrian Empire against the Kingdom of Prussia. Largely spared from hostilities, the fascinating military architecture of the ideal fortress town has been preserved to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Discover the endless underground tunnels, visit exciting museums or follow the call of nature in the ornithological reserve. Countless re-enactments bring the history of Josefov back to life every year or use the attractive backdrop for music festivals and open-air events.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-medium eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-7a77bb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"145\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/FoCu-Flyer-Boehmen_DE_coverweb-145x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/FoCu-Flyer-Boehmen_DE_coverweb-145x300.jpg 145w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/FoCu-Flyer-Boehmen_DE_coverweb-6x12.jpg 6w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/FoCu-Flyer-Boehmen_DE_coverweb-200x415.jpg 200w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/FoCu-Flyer-Boehmen_DE_coverweb.jpg 386w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 145px) 100vw, 145px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/FoCu-Flyer-Boehmen_EN2023_web.pdf\">FORTE CULTURA information flyer on the fortress heritage of Bohemia<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size eplus-wrapper\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Experience offers in Josefov<\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-6c9371\"><li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);line-height:1.5\" class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1ceed8 translation-block\"><strong>Well-preserved fortifications: <\/strong>Discover the impressive bastions, ravelins and redoubts that surround the city. The fortress' system of counter mines, which is around 40 kilometres long, is unique and probably the largest in Europe. <a href=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/kulturerbe-festungsmonumente\/geschichte-des-festungsbaus\/festungsbau-vom-15-19-jahrhundert\/befestigte-idealstadt\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2018\" target=\"_self\">The fortified ideal city = pearl of fortified architecture<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);line-height:1.5\" class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1ceed8 translation-block\"><strong>Exciting themed tours:<\/strong> Immerse yourself in the history of the fortress and learn more about the Austrian monarchy (KuK) and regional history.<\/li>\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);line-height:1.5\" class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1ceed8 translation-block\"><strong>Museums and exhibitions:<\/strong> Visit three exciting museums, including the model of the fortified ideal city Josefov Bastion IV and the renovated artillery casemates in Ravelin XIV. You can also experience cultural events and re-enactments.<\/li>\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);line-height:1.5\" class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1ceed8 translation-block\"><strong>Active offers:<\/strong> Hiking, cycling and water hiking - the surrounding area offers numerous opportunities to experience nature along the Elbe.<\/li>\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);line-height:1.5\" class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1ceed8 translation-block\"><strong>Unique atmosphere: <\/strong>The city's special atmosphere also attracts filmmakers and music festivals such as \"Brutal Assault\".<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Useful information for your visit to Josefov<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph translation-block\">As an ideal fortified town, Josefov is an extensive monument that offers several tourist attractions within walking distance. A car park for about 50 vehicles is located at Rud\u00e9 arm\u00e1dy 109. The tourist centre and the starting point for guided tours are located at <strong>Okru\u017en\u00ed 34<\/strong>, about 150 m from the car park. There are also bicycle racks in the inner courtyard of Bastion I or in bicycle storage facilities. Temperatures in the underground areas drop to around 10\u00b0C. It is recommended that you bring warm clothing for the tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/smart-guide.org\/de\/travelers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SMARTGUIDE<\/a><\/strong>: Discover the ideal fortress town of Josefov with an audio guide on your mobile phone. Several language versions available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Accessibility for people with disabilities:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Barrier-free access is possible to the permanent historical exhibition of the town of Jarom\u011b\u0159 (text available in English, Polish and German), the Museum of Military History or the Fortress Forge (text available in English\/Polish). Accessible toilets are available, the key can be obtained at the ticket office. The underground tour is unfortunately not accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>Combination tickets \/ special offers:<\/strong> <strong>FORTPASS - combination ticket<\/strong> - valid for visits to fortresses <a href=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/terezin-cz\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1035\" target=\"_self\">Theresienstadt<\/a>, Josefov, <a href=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/prag-cz\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"947\" target=\"_self\">Vy\u0161ehrad <\/a>and Museum Hradec Kr\u00e1lov\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Wide range of guided tours for individual travellers, families and groups. Information and booking via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pevnostjosefov.cz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.pevnostjosefov.cz<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-text-color has-accent-2-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-2-background-color has-background eplus-wrapper\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide eplus-wrapper\">Events in the ideal fortress town of Josefov<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-2c005c\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pevnostjosefov.cz\/udalosti\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Current events in Josefov<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-text-color has-accent-2-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-2-background-color has-background eplus-wrapper\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-custom-verlauf-1-gradient-background has-background eplus-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-558df59d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:5px;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ca2b64f2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex 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href=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/kulturerbe-elbe-festungen-de-cz\/\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-3b5b8ca1 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;flex-basis:56%\">\n<figure class=\"is-style-rounded wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border eplus-wrapper is-style-rounded--2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1043\" src=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BASISKARTE_Elbe_2021419_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-471\" style=\"border-radius:15px;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BASISKARTE_Elbe_2021419_web.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BASISKARTE_Elbe_2021419_web-300x209.jpg 300w, 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height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/title-boehmen.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4208\" style=\"border-radius:15px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/title-boehmen.jpg 844w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/title-boehmen-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/title-boehmen-768x408.jpg 768w, https:\/\/forte-cultura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/title-boehmen-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:56%\">\n<h2 class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-heading\">Imperial fortresses of Bohemia (CZ)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The imperial fortresses in Bohemia (CZ) are large fortified towns, some of which were built by the Habsburg emperors in the 17th and 18th centuries. 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