Prehistoric Settlement Křivolík
Pravěká osada Křivolík
Step back in time at Pravěká osada Křivolík, an open-air museum and experimental archaeological center showcasing 37,000 years of human development through reconstructed settlements, ancient crafts, and live animals.

📜 Pravěká osada Křivolík is an open-air museum and experimental archaeological center near Česká Třebová.
🔍 Built since 2007 by the Bacrie Association, it showcases 37,000 years of human development through reconstructed prehistoric structures and activities, focusing on experimental archaeology and educational programs.

Why Go

☀️ Explore reconstructions of buildings from various prehistoric periods, including hunters and gatherers, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age.
⚒️ Discover craft districts featuring a stone axe grinder's workshop, an Iron Age forge, and various kilns for bronze smelting, pottery, and charcoal production.
🐑 Interact with domestic animals in paddocks, including sheep and goats.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Participate in educational programs and events for children, youth, and adults, often hosting school excursions.
🎶 Enjoy public events, summer camps, technological seminars, and traditional celebrations like 'Stíny Hercynského lesa', with "period inhabitants" demonstrating prehistoric activities.

Why Avoid

⚠️ The terrain is not suitable for strollers; a baby carrier is recommended for small children.
🚗 Car entry directly into the settlement is not recommended due to unmaintained forest roads.

Cost

🎟️ Entry is free, but voluntary contributions are welcome at the entrance.

Hours

⏰ Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
🗣️ The settlement is freely accessible without a guide; commented tours are not commonly provided.

Getting There

🚂 By Train: From Česká Třebová train station, follow the green tourist mark to 'Uhrovy doly' crossroads, then the blue tourist mark towards 'Kozlovský kopec' (approx. 40 minutes walk).
🚌 By Car/Bus: Park at the restaurant 'Na Horách' and follow the green tourist mark, or park at the bus stop in Kozlov village and follow the blue tourist mark towards 'Česká Třebová'.
👶 For Strollers: A route along the blue tourist mark from Česká Třebová towards Kozlovský kopec is recommended.

Managed By

🤝 Built and managed by the Bacrie Association (spolek Bacrie).

Time Required

⏳ Allow approximately 2.5 hours for your visit.

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PrehistoricOpen-air museumArchaeologyExperimental archaeologyEducationalFamily-friendlyHistorical reconstruction