Náchod

Náchod is a district town situated at the border with Poland in the Orlické Foothills region. Its old core centers on a main square surrounded by narrow lanes and buildings of varied ages, with residential areas spreading across the surrounding terrain.

Founded in the 13th century as a fortress to protect trade routes between Bohemia and Poland, the town grew into a regional center of commerce and craft. Its position at a crossroads brought diverse populations whose impact remains visible in its neighborhoods.

The Jewish neighborhood reflects centuries of coexistence, with its synagogue and cemetery still marking the streets where merchants and craftspeople once conducted daily life. This part of town shows how different communities shaped local commerce and social rhythms.

The town is easily accessible by car, with the border crossing to Poland just a short distance north, making day trips straightforward. The railway station connects to larger Czech cities, and buses serve the surrounding villages regularly.

The Běloves district contains mineral springs that supplied a local spa for nearly 180 years before it closed. Though the spa no longer operates, the restored colonnade around the springs remains a quiet reminder of this past function.

Location: Náchod District

Location: správní obvod obce s rozšířenou působností Náchod

Elevation above the sea: 347 m

Reference: CZ0523573868

Shares border with: Provodov-Šonov, Kramolna, Vysokov, Velké Poříčí, Jestřebí, Horní Radechová, Dolní Radechová, Česká Čermná, Přibyslav, Kudowa-Zdrój

Email: podatelna@mestonachod.cz

Website: http://mestonachod.cz

GPS coordinates: 50.41674,16.16297

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:54