You can choose Korkyne based on two clear points of interest: its local history and the landscape around the Okrouhlík forest. The earliest written mention of the village dates back to 1316; there is also a local legend and evidence of gold mining. Korkyne is located in the central Vltava Valley, in the Slapy recreational area and near the town of Nový Knín. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, these topics can help you decide what to focus on during your stay.
Local History Between Legend and Fortress
The local legend “Pověst o Korkyni” was recorded by Bartoloměj Paprocký in 1602. The history of the fortress is another defining historical feature of the village: its remains were converted into a granary. The fortress chapel was deconsecrated in 1790 and converted into a residential building. The historical story thus spans the earliest written mention, a recorded tradition and the fortress complex’s later uses.
Okrouhlík, Gold Mine and Pond
The municipality’s largest forest complex, Okrouhlík, extends to the southwest towards the village of Pánkov. Since 2006, there has been an undermined area containing gold-bearing ore in the Korkyne area. Spoil heaps and depressions lie in wooded areas on the edge of Okrouhlík, northwest of Pánkov. The Okrouhlík gold mine near Korkyne yielded gold from ore vein remnants and was leased several times in the second half of the 16th century. The landscape here is therefore also connected with a specific mining history.
Korkyňský rybník is located right in Korkyne. When it was fully revitalized in 2022, benches and an information board were added. As these facilities may change, check their current condition before visiting if they are important to your plans. A marked tourist route passes through the Korkyne area. If you plan to include it in your itinerary, check the current route markings before setting off.
Routes, Stops and Activities
The 2025–2031 municipal development plan lists three bus stops served by Prague Integrated Transport (PID): U Kapličky at the intersection of roads 10216 and 102, and one stop each in Křížov and Korkyne. For a specific journey, please check the current timetable. Stáj Rybana offers horse riding in Korkyne; confirm availability before your trip.
For November, the 2025–2031 municipal development plan lists Hubertova jízda as a show jumping event. If you would like to plan your stay around it, check the specific date and whether the event is taking place that year in advance. This allows you to distinguish the event from a horse-riding offer whose availability you should confirm directly before your trip.
Find a Holiday Apartment Based on Your Travel Interests
When looking for a holiday apartment in Korkyne, it is worth deciding first what you want to focus on during your stay: would you rather explore local history, from legend to mining, or focus on the forest and pond? Horse riding and the Hubertova jízda planned for November offer additional interests that require different kinds of planning.
Discover more destinations: Nový Knín, Lazsko, Nečín, Trhové Dušníky, Buková U Příbramě, Prčice, Podlesí, Chotilsko.
Go to the regional travel overview: Příbram District.
