Vsetín

Vsetín is a town with city privileges in the Zlín Region, located in the valley of the Vsetínská Bečva River at about 342 meters elevation. It serves as an administrative center for the surrounding communities and district.

The first written record dates to 1297, when the Knights Templar built a defensive fortress to protect the settlement. It later became an important administrative center for the region.

The Regional Museum in the castle shows exhibitions about local traditions and the furniture-making craft that shaped the region's identity for generations. Visitors can see how this industry influenced the way people lived and worked here.

The town is easy to reach and offers good access for visitors who want to explore the museum and town center. Plan time to visit the castle and discover the surrounding area with its walking trails.

Forests cover much of the surrounding area, creating a green landscape that attracts those interested in walking and nature. Protected woodlands and nature reserves shape the environment around the town.

Location: Vsetín District

Location: správní obvod obce s rozšířenou působností Vsetín

Elevation above the sea: 342 m

Reference: CZ0723541630

Shares border with: Jablůnka, Halenkov, Ústí, Lhota u Vsetína, Janová, Ratiboř, Malá Bystřice, Růžďka

Email: posta@mestovsetin.cz

Website: http://mestovsetin.cz

GPS coordinates: 49.33870,17.99621

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:03