Radčice - Jirkov - Jílové Geological Locality
Radčice - Jirkov - Jílové
This locality comprises a group of abandoned, overgrown, and partially flooded slate quarries, most notably the Tlukačka Quarry, which is a site of national significance for its unique paleontological discoveries, including ichnofossils, molluscs, and trilobites from the Early to Middle Ordovician period.

📜 A group of abandoned, overgrown, and partially flooded slate quarries.
🔍 Home to the nationally significant Tlukačka Quarry, renowned for unique paleontological discoveries.

Why Go

🔎 Discover ichnofossils, molluscs, and trilobites from the Early to Middle Ordovician period.
⛰️ Explore the unique geology of sericite-chlorite phyllites and metatuffs.
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy a nature walk through a historically significant mining landscape.
🎓 Gain insights into regional geology, stratigraphy, and metamorphic processes.
🗺️ Visit a key geotouristic point within the Bohemian Paradise Geopark.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Be aware of potential illegal waste dumps in the area.
🚧 Expect uneven terrain and overgrown paths typical of abandoned quarries.
🚫 No specific visitor facilities like restrooms or shops are available on site.

Getting There

🚗 Easily accessible by car without restrictions.
📍 The locality is situated between the villages of Radčice, Železný Brod, and Jílové u Držkova.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Parking is available within 250 meters of the main locality.

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geologicalpaleontologyquarryoutdoorscientificeducationalminingpetrologysedimentologyeconomic geologyichnofossilsfossilsmetamorphicsedimentarygeotourismBohemian Paradise Geopark