Doupě

Doupě is a municipality and village in Jihlava District in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 100 inhabitants.

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Etymology

The name literally means 'den'. Figuratively, it refers to the enclosed valley in which the village is located.

Geography

Doupě is located about southwest of Jihlava. The southern part of the municipal territory with the village lies in the Křižanov Highlands. The northern forested part lies in the Javořice Highlands. The highest point is the hill Vyštěnec at above sea level. The territory is rich in fishponds.

History

The first written mention of Doupě is from 1580.

Transport

There are no railways or major roads passing through the municipality.

Sights

Doupě is known for the Roštejn Castle. The first written mention of the castle is from 1353. Today it is owned by the Vysočina Region and managed by the Vysočina Museum in Jihlava. The castle is open to the public and belongs to the most visited tourist destinations in the region.