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Walking Tour 1

Postal Courtyard

Cross Slovenska ulice (street) and turn right towards the bridge across the Tepla River. Cross the bridge and on the other bank you will pass volleyball courts. Veer to the right and there is a gentle climb to "Beethovenova Chata". From "Beethovenova Chata", take the Mickiewicz's path on your left. This will lead you towards Richmond Sanatorium.

Beethoven Arbour

This is a reminder of a concert given here by this famous composer together with an Italian violinist, G.B. Polleder, in August 1812.

Spa Sanatorium Richmond

This was built at the beginning of the 19th century, and it's present condition is a result of gradual renovations. It's location is beautiful, and in the large surrounding park you can find a monument to Ludwig van Beethoven. This was created in 1929 and is the work of Karlovy Vary sculptor Hugo Uher. There is also a bronze bust of the Polish poet, A. Mickiewicz. This was made by the scultptor, B. Werner in 1947.

Deer's Statue

This is located behind Richmond Sanatorium and is probably the work of Berlin sculptor, A. Kiss.