Semily District

Semily District is an administrative area in the Liberec Region covering approximately 662 square kilometers of diverse landscape. The territory stretches from mountainous terrain in the north to rolling hills in the south and is managed through three main administrative centers.

The district was established in its present form during a major administrative reorganization in 1960 when Czechoslovakia restructured its territorial divisions. Semily became the central administrative hub from that point forward.

The district maintains traditional pastry-making customs that are celebrated at local festivals throughout the year. These baking practices reflect the region's heritage and bring communities together regularly.

Visitors should know that administrative services are distributed among three main centers: Semily, Jilemnice, and Turnov. Spring and autumn months offer the best conditions for exploring the region's varied landscapes and natural features.

The district displays a striking difference in elevation between the Jizera River valley at 236 meters and Kotel Mountain exceeding 1,400 meters. This dramatic topography creates distinct ecological zones and geological diversity within a relatively compact area.

Location: Liberec Region

Location: East Bohemian Region

Capital city: Semily

Shares border with: Mladá Boleslav District, Trutnov District, Jablonec nad Nisou District, Jičín District, Liberec District

GPS coordinates: 50.60278,15.33444

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01