Na skalách: Geology and access

The Na skalách Natural Monument lies in Rabštejnská Lhota, within the Železné hory Protected Landscape Area. Its purpose is to protect features of the transgression of Cretaceous Cenomanian sandstones over Ordovician quartzites. Put simply, younger sandstones are found here in association with older quartzite. For anyone interested in geology, this offers a practical perspective on a visit to the natural site, with rocks and their place in the geological timeline taking centre stage.

Na skalách can be reached from the road via a walkable tourist trail that continues for more than 250 m. The approach therefore includes a section of trail that you can take into account when planning your visit. Trail conditions can vary, and the rules for protected areas may change. Check the latest information on trail conditions and protected-area rules before your visit.

Rabštejnek: Exterior areas and guided tours

The exterior areas of the Rabštejnek castle ruins are open to the public year-round. Guided tours of the exterior and interior areas can also be arranged year-round by prior appointment. This distinction matters for your planning: if you would also like to see the interior areas, arrange a tour in advance. Repair work may affect safety conditions, so check the latest visitor information before planning your visit.

Bell tower and memorial in the village centre

A traditional bell tower stands in the green village centre. Nearby is a memorial to the victims of the First World War. The two sites offer different points of interest: the bell tower is a building with a traditional character, while the memorial commemorates the victims of the war. Those interested in cultural history will find both a connection to village traditions and a place of remembrance.

Swimming, tennis and cycling

Visitors can swim at the local multi-purpose water facility. As seasonal conditions can vary, it is advisable to check the latest information if swimming is important to your stay.

Rabštejnská Lhota has sand tennis courts. Tournaments in singles and doubles are held each year on two local tennis courts. If you would like to plan your trip around the tournaments, check the specific dates in advance.

The 18 km circular cycling route “Na Báru a zpět přes koňský svět” passes through Rabštejnská Lhota. It is rated easy and designated for trekking bikes. Its length, difficulty rating and recommended bike type provide different points of reference when choosing a route.

Different planning considerations can help you decide what to focus on: at Na skalách, a walkable trail leads to the natural monument, while the cycling route has a specified length and difficulty rating. At Rabštejnek, publicly accessible exterior areas—which may be affected by repair work and changing safety conditions—differ from guided tours arranged in advance. Seasonal conditions may affect swimming, and tournament dates should be checked. This lets you balance nature, culture and recreation according to your interests and how much you would like to plan ahead.

Discover more destinations: Mladoňovice, Chrudim, Trhová Kamenice, Vrbatův Kostelec, Bor U Skutce, Heřmanův Městec, Vápenný Podol, Krásné.

For the broader travel overview: Chrudim District.