CZECHOSLOVAK BORDER FORTIFICATIONS
Defenders of Freedom and Heritage
CZECHOSLOVAK BORDER FORTIFICATIONS
We provide individual pricing depending on destination you chose, either Artillery Fortress Hanička or Stachelberg Artillery Fort.
Prices upon request
- 8-10 hrs
- Category : Sightseeing
- Czech Republic

OVERVIEW:
Czechoslovak border fortifications were built from 1935 to 1938 as a defensive countermeasure against the rising threat of Nazi Germany. The objective of the fortifications was to prevent the taking of key areas by an enemy—not only Germany but also Hungary and Poland—by means of a sudden attack before the mobilization of the Czechoslovak Army could be completed.
Due to Munich betrayal in 1938, the Czechoslovak Republic had no option but to surrendered Sudetenland followed in 1939 by Hitler’s take over of the city of Prague, immediately dividing the country intoProtectorates of Bohemia and Moravia along with the Nazi puppet state of Slovakia.
Several of the defensive Artillery Forts were fortunate enough to be completed before the Nazis took control and it is now possible to visit them during the tourist season from the beginning of May till the end of October. The most famous are Hanicka Artillery Fort and The Stachelberg Fortress also known as Ježová Hora. One of the largest fortresses in the Czech Republic, it was built as a complex of 12 bunkers between 1937 and 1938 as a Czechoslovak fort. However, the process of construction was stopped due to the Munich Agreement in 1938.
We are happy to tailor and customise your trip with private transport to and from Prague to your selected artillery fort…
Due to Munich betrayal in 1938, the Czechoslovak Republic had no option but to surrendered Sudetenland followed in 1939 by Hitler’s take over of the city of Prague, immediately dividing the country intoProtectorates of Bohemia and Moravia along with the Nazi puppet state of Slovakia.
Several of the defensive Artillery Forts were fortunate enough to be completed before the Nazis took control and it is now possible to visit them during the tourist season from the beginning of May till the end of October. The most famous are Hanicka Artillery Fort and The Stachelberg Fortress also known as Ježová Hora. One of the largest fortresses in the Czech Republic, it was built as a complex of 12 bunkers between 1937 and 1938 as a Czechoslovak fort. However, the process of construction was stopped due to the Munich Agreement in 1938.
We are happy to tailor and customise your trip with private transport to and from Prague to your selected artillery fort…
INCLUDES:
- Pick up from your hotel/meeting point
- English speaking licensed tour guide (patriot)
- Private transport in either van or bus (depending on group size!)
- 3 hours one way transport
- 3 hours tour with lunch at the countryside
- Entry to Artillery Fort (60mins tour)
POINTS OF SIGHTSEEING:
- Czechoslovak fortifications
- 60-90 mins tour of the interior
- Czech countryside visit
- Lunch break (meal not included)
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Client Testimonials
Feel a part of our history.
"Spending the day with Martina was like being shown around by an old friend.
She is so lovely and very knowledgeable.
We had an amazing day with good food thrown in.
Martina told us so much history that we wouldn't have otherwise known.
Highly recommend this tour as a must do when you visit Prague."
Karen P 
“Very knowledgeable guide who provided a very informative personalised tour. Martina was easy to deal with and went out of her way to ensure that I had a tour packed with many highlights. I will definitely be doing another tour with her in the future. It was certainly worth every cent. Awesome!”
Kevin L 
“I went with a group of friends, one of whom has previously been to Prague and had enthusiastically spoke about what a great guide Martina is, and he's absolutely right. Martina's an enthusiastic, engaging, and knowledgeable guide who's very passionate about the history of Prague and Operation Anthropoid. You'll have fun while learning a lot about an incredible moment in Word War II/Prague history. Highly recommended, and already thinking about our next visit to Prague where we will no doubt book another tour with Martina's company.”
Paul I 
“Again. Martina delivered a great tour. We opted for the Operation Anthropoid. I’d recommend watching the film if you decide to go. Anyway it was great way to spend several hours in Prague and learn about this incredible piece of history. I honestly had no idea of the incredible bravery that each and every one of these men carried out. Truly humbling. Martina was extremely knowledgeable on the history and I would not hesitate to recommend her service.
Thank you so much. We enjoyed the drink afterwards and look forward to seeing you in the future.”
Nick Thank you so much. We enjoyed the drink afterwards and look forward to seeing you in the future.”
