Stará huť, Technical monument and steel mill in Adamov, Czech Republic.
Stará huť is a metal production facility in Adamov centered on a tall charcoal blast furnace called Františka, rising about 10 meters above a square base roughly 12 by 12 meters. The site also contains two limestone burning furnaces, a loading platform, and other structures from its working days.
Operations began in 1746 and the mill became a significant economic engine for the area over the following decades. It ceased production in 1877 after more than a century of continuous iron making.
The name reflects the traditional iron-making practice that defined this region for generations. Today, visitors can observe how the site's role as a workplace shaped the local community and its identity.
The site operates during limited months, with full hours from June through September on weekdays and weekends. Checking ahead is necessary to ensure your visit falls within the open season.
Beyond the blast furnace, the complex also encompasses Švýcarna, an ecological center with residential buildings now under private ownership. This modern use demonstrates how the historical site continues to serve new purposes today.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
