Železná hůrka is one of the youngest Czech volcanoes to have been active during the Quaternary; it is also protected as a national natural monument. It offers a geological focus for your stay, while Cycling Route No. 2129 makes route planning straightforward. The Rustlerův statek open-air museum in Doubrava complements the nature and cycling themes with rural cultural heritage.
Železná hůrka: volcanic history
Železná hůrka is located in the municipality of Lipová, in the cadastral area of Mýtina I. It is protected as a national natural monument (NPP) and is also designated as a geotourism attraction and an excursion site. Its geological classification dates back to the Quaternary: it is one of the youngest Czech volcanoes that were still active at that time. Its protected status, volcanism and geological age make it a clearly defined destination for those interested in geology.
Cycling Route 2129: distance and detours
The local Cycling Route No. 2129 is 22 km long; with detours, it can cover up to 38 km. The standard distance provides a specific starting point, while additional detours can significantly extend the route. The maximum distance therefore refers to the route with detours, not the length of every ride. The route is suitable for trekking bikes and mountain bikes. In 2015, it was extended from Lipová to Úbočí.
Rustlerův statek and cultural heritage in Doubrava
Rustlerův statek in Doubrava dates from 1751 and now serves as an open-air museum. The museum presents agriculture, folk life and furniture from the 18th to the 20th century. These themes offer different cultural and historical perspectives: agriculture and folk life sit alongside the material culture of furniture. The museum therefore offers a different focus from the geological attraction or cycling route.
Getting your bearings at Lipová u Chebu station
The Via Czechia hiking trail passes through Lipová u Chebu station, located at route kilometre 61.3. If you are considering travelling by train, check the current timetable in advance. The rural farm complex of Doubrava lies 1 km south of Lipová u Chebu station. This provides both a named waypoint and a specific indication of its location to the south for your planning.
A dated festival programme
The 2026 edition of the traditional Anenská pouť in Lipová took place on 24 and 25 July 2026 and has already passed. The programme for that edition included music, fairground attractions, exhibitions, sports and entertainment for the whole family. If you are planning a future trip, check the event dates and programme again.
Choose a holiday apartment based on your travel interests
When looking for a holiday apartment, you can first decide which theme you want to shape your stay: geology at Železná hůrka, a cycling trip with a choice of distance, or the museum in Doubrava. For a cycling-focused stay, the standard distance of 22 km is a clear starting point; with detours, the route can cover up to 38 km.
Discover more destinations: Mechová, Groß Sichdichfür, Fleißen, Kulsam, Großloh, Schanz, Altwasser, Scheibenreuth
For the broader travel overview: Cheb District.
