Humpolec

Humpolec is a town with expanded administrative powers in the Vysočina Region, situated at an elevation of 527 meters in the Křemešník Highlands between Prague and Brno. It serves as the administrative center for surrounding communities within the Pelhřimov District.

The town was first documented in 1178 as a silver mining settlement during its earliest period. By the 17th century, it had shifted toward becoming a major center for cloth production, which shaped its economy for generations.

The Church of Saint Nicholas stands at the town center and shows architectural styles that changed over time, from earlier Gothic forms to the Neo-Gothic style seen today. Walking through the main streets, this building remains the most visible landmark that defines the town's character.

The town sits on direct access to the D1 motorway connecting Prague and Brno, making travel to either major city straightforward. Rail service links it to Havlíčkův Brod and the local administrative office serves visitors seeking information about the area.

The Family Brewery Bernard, founded in 1597, features an old chimney that was repurposed as an observation tower offering panoramic views across the land. This unexpected use of an industrial structure gives visitors a different perspective on both the brewery and the surrounding landscape.

Location: Pelhřimov District

Location: správní obvod obce s rozšířenou působností Humpolec

Elevation above the sea: 527 m

Shares border with: Velký Rybník, Sedlice, Kalhov, Herálec, Komorovice, Koberovice, Mladé Bříště, Dehtáře, Vystrkov, Bystrá, Staré Bříště, Želiv, Čejov, Budíkov, Horní Rápotice, Jiřice, Ústí

Email: urad@mesto-humpolec.cz

Website: http://mesto-humpolec.cz

GPS coordinates: 49.54158,15.35936

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08