Náchod - Dobrošov

The Dobrošov Military Fortress is located near the town of Náchod in the Kladské pomezí area of the Orlické Mountains. The fortress is an important part of the Czechoslovak fortifications along the northern border and offers visitors tours of the main bunkers, ammunition depot, barracks and infirmary. An educational trail runs through the fortress, following the line of fortifications all the way to the Běloves spa. The surrounding area has plenty of hiking and cycling routes, offering a chance to discover the beauty of the Orlické Mountains and nearby historic towns.

Parking at the fortress is free. The visitor centre, including the toilets, closes 60 minutes before the end of opening hours. There are 171 steps leading underground, where the temperature remains at 6°C. Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 28 people. The last tour starts 90 minutes before the end of opening hours. Nearby accommodation is available at family-run guesthouses and mountain hotels in Deštné v Orlických horách. The race is part of the region’s sporting calendar, and participants can make use of the hiking and cycling routes nearby. Exact details about registration and course distance have not yet been published.