Strmilov

Strmilov
Town
Strmilov
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Country Czech Republic
Region South Bohemian
District Jindřichův Hradec
Commune Jindřichův Hradec
Elevation 545 m (1,788 ft)
Coordinates CZ 49°9′52″N 15°12′11″E / 49.16444°N 15.20306°E / 49.16444; 15.20306Coordinates: CZ 49°9′52″N 15°12′11″E / 49.16444°N 15.20306°E / 49.16444; 15.20306
Area 30.58 km2 (11.81 sq mi)
Population 1,456 (2011-01-01)
Density 48/km2 (124/sq mi)
First mentioned 1255
Mayor Jaromír Krátký
Timezone CET (UTC+1)
 - summer (DST) CEST (UTC+2)
Postal code 378 53 - 378 59
Location in the Czech Republic
Wikimedia Commons: Strmilov
Statistics: statnisprava.cz
Website: www.strmilovsko.cz

Strmilov (German: Tremles) is a town in the Czech Republic on the borders of historical border between Moravia and Bohemia.

History

The original settlement was probably established at the beginning of 13th century. The first written information about the town dates back to 1255. In 1945, the German population was expelled according to the Beneš decrees.

Geography

Strmilov is situated along the stream Hamerský potok and uphill on two hills. It is surrounded by fields and forests with several fishponds. In addition to fishing, mushroom picking in the forests is also popular with locals as well as tourists. The Komorník lake between Strmilov and its neighbouring town Kunžak is a summer holiday camping ground.

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