WELCOME TO JABLONEC NAD NISOU

Jablonec nad Nisou is a picturesque town in northern Bohemia, with a population of about 50,000. The town is set in a green valley where the little River Nisa flows, 500 m above sea level. The orientation of the town centre is very easy, because it is built on three squares, one above the other. People have been able to admire the fragile beauty of the glass production and jewellery industry here for years. There are many interesting places to visit, and many houses with outstanding and unique architecture. The most common being neo- renaissance style, art nouveau, and functionalism. In the beginning of the twentieth century a unique in-town dam was built just outside the town centre It has become a technical monument that serves as an attractive place of recreation. Jablonec is an appealing prospect to those who wish to have an active and varied holiday. Visitors can take the advantage of staying in the town, enjoying the city, its culture and history, and also having many chances to practice sports and various outdoor activities in the beautiful Jizera Mountains. The mountains are alluring during any season. In summer it is a wonderful place for cycling and trekking, and in winter they provide both cross country and down hill skiing. In Jablonec you are only few kilometres from the main mountain resorts Bedrichov, Severak, Spicak, Jizerka and Harrachov. The capital city, Prague is only an hour by car or bus. We wish you a relaxing and fun holiday, filled with many fond memories of Jablonec.

City information:

Region: Liberec
District: Jablonec nad Nisou
Postcode: 466 01

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GPS: WGS: 84, Nothern latitude: 50˚43΄27.336˝, East longitude: 5˚10΄16.366˝
Population: 44 193 (k 1. 1. 2006)
Area: 31,35 km2
Elevation above see level: 380 – 758 m.
Parts of the town: Mšeno, Rýnovice, Lukášov, Jablonecké Paseky, Kokonín, Vrkoslavice, Proseč nad Nisou, Jablonec nad Nisou
River: Nisa