Orlík and Zvíkov Castles

The nearby Zvíkov Castle is easily accessible on bicycle: the best way is to follow the so-called Otava cycling path going from Varvažov to the east, eventually following the red tourist mark all the way to the Otavský Bridge at Zvíkov. Then, either return the same way as the number of bridges is limited in this area or set out for longer trip along the Vltava cycle path to the north through Jickovice and Kostelec nad Vltavou and then eastwards along Žďákovský Bridge to the castle of Orlík nad Vltavou.

From there, follow the direct cycle path across Probulov and Nevězice to Varvažov. (For those interested in visiting the castle, it is of course possible to take the later described route in the opposite direction from Varvažov to Orlík and from there return along the same way.) These paths frequently go across the Schwarzenberg estate, so you can see lots of forests with old trees and imposing oak alleys here. Needless to say, both castles are worth a visit.