Natural Labyrinth in Brandýs nad Orlicí
Přírodní labyrint v Brandýse nad Orlicí
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
The Natural Labyrinth in Brandýs nad Orlicí offers unique experiences like night wandering and the Brandýské Mámení festival. It is an ideal place for school trips and commemorates the stay of J. A. Komenský.

📜 Unique hornbeam labyrinth with historical significance in Brandýs nad Orlicí, designed by David Růžička in 2003.
🔍 Commemorates Jan Amos Komenský's stay in the early 17th century and inspired by his work 'Labyrinth of the World and Paradise of the Heart'.

Why Go

🌳 Explore a unique hornbeam labyrinth designed with alleys forming meridians and parallels, leading to a "paradise of the heart" object in its center.
📚 Learn about Jan Amos Komenský's history and his philosophical work.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ideal for school trips and family outings, offering clever and witty entertainment.
🌙 Experience special events like night wandering and the multi-genre 'Brandýské Mámení' festival in early September.
🚴‍♀️ Connect your visit with a ride on the Ústí nad Orlicí – Choceň cycling path.
♿ Wheelchair accessible, making it inclusive for all visitors.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Closed weekdays for individual visitors in May, June, and September.
⏰ Daily lunch break from 12:00 to 13:00.

🗓️ Hours

🗓️ May 1st - June 30th: Saturdays & Sundays, 09:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 17:00.
🗓️ July 1st - August 31st: Daily, 09:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 18:00.
🗓️ September 1st - September 30th: Saturdays & Sundays, 09:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 17:00.
🏫 Group visits (schools/kindergartens) possible weekdays in May, June, September (book at least three days in advance).

💰 Cost

💰 Standard price: 50 CZK.
💸 Reduced price: 30 CZK (for children 4-18 years, students, seniors, military, and ZTP card holders).
💖 Proceeds support labyrinth operation and events by Spolek Brandýs ve světě.

🤝 Managed By

🤝 Operator: Spolek Brandýs ve světě.
📍 Address: Žerotínova 48, 561 12 Brandýs nad Orlicí.

📐 Labyrinth Details

The labyrinth forms a 35 x 35 meter square, with walls of precisely planted hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) that are 0.8 meters wide and 2 meters high. Paths inside are made of fine stone gravel, and entrances are 0.5-1 meter wide.

🏞️ Nearby Attractions

Explore the nearby Čertova rokle (Devil's Gorge), a popular excursion spot with a nature trail and the legendary Devil's Footbridge.

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outdoorlabyrinthhistoricalfamily-friendlyeducationalnatureevent-venue