Planá, Mining municipality in Tachov District, Czech Republic.
Planá is a mining municipality in Tachov District within the Plzeň Region, situated at an elevation of 506 meters. The area comprises ten districts including Křínov, Otín, and Pavlovice.
The first written record of Planá dates to 1251, marking the early settlement of the area. By the late 14th century, the settlement grew into an important town along the trade route connecting Nuremberg and Cheb.
The Church of Saints Peter and Paul, dating from the 13th century, features medieval frescoes and a Romanesque doorway that remain visible to visitors. The building serves as the spiritual heart of the community and shapes how the village looks.
The municipality is accessible via the I/21 road, which connects to the D5 motorway for convenient travel. Regular rail services link the area to neighboring regions and surrounding communities.
The Mining Museum in Ondřej Schlick adit displays the history of silver ore extraction in the region. The exhibits document evidence of silver coin minting operations that once took place locally, directly tied to the mining activity.
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