Stellplatz - water mill Švihov #6350

Fully equipped stellplatz for caravans and trailers in close proximity to the water castle Švihov.
The stellplatz is situated in the adjacent water mill area, from where you have a direct view of the castle itself. And it's not just a castle tour with us. There are many attractions and cycling and hiking trails in the surrounding area that we will be happy to recommend. For example, the landscape of the Czernins from Chudenice, the cycle route to Klatovy, climbing the surrounding hills or the castle in neighbouring Červený Poříčí.

On the stellplatz you will find:
- 4 paved parking spaces for caravans/trailers.
- Each plot has a water and electricity connection (included in the price).
- Each plot has its own lighting.
- A chemical toilet sink.
- Grey water outlet (driveway).
- Garden for recreation.

Earlier arrival when not full can be arranged at ease. Likewise, departure can be later when there is no queue at the gate, which doesn't happen that often...

The Švihov Watermill is a protected monument, which is undergoing gradual reconstruction. A lot of work is going on inside the building, so guests are not disturbed, but it is still a living organism that grows and blossoms, so there may be some movement and ongoing work around the mill.
We are now working hard to renovate the grounds. We are building new toilets and showers in the barn, preparing a new footbridge over the embankment and also a gazebo. We are making the mill more beautiful... ;-)

Please do not enter the marked no-entry areas. Use of the seating area "behind the dam" only by prior arrangement. There is a freely accessible watercourse on the property, so watch out for children!

Personal sips without camping:
Although on first impression it may seem that you are entering a building site, this is only partly true. The current owners decided to buy and save the mill 7 years ago and are gradually restoring and renovating as the mill has taken many blows in recent decades.
The caravan park is new, and the garden and courtyard areas have already been partially restored. However, the "industrial" colour of the place must be taken into account.
The owner's account of saving the mill, the reconstruction, what he is dealing with and what he is gradually uncovering is fascinating. If you're lucky, he'll even take you on a tour.
A great reward and bonus is the location of the stellplatz. You can't sleep in a caravan anywhere near the castle. The garden is surrounded by a wall, so you have plenty of privacy. The place has a strong genius loci.

Mr. Father's personal sip
As a student, I did a tour of Swihov Castle and fell in love with the place. I used to walk past the mill there. It was a ruin. He looked at me, I looked at him, like that for about 15 years. And then we kind of miraculously got together. I've given him all my time, money, blood and sweat ever since. And I'm not alone in this, fortunately I have great helpers. We bought the mill in 2018 in a total state of disrepair. Leaky roofs, jungle, hundreds of tons of debris, ubiquitous clutter. Anyone who hasn't seen the state of the site at the time won't believe the work that has been done on it, although many parts still look quite run down. The house has a soul, and I sense that soul has been enjoying the last few years, and the house itself has been cooperating in its own renovation. Like an abandoned cat that is glad for a little bit of that care and food, that has gotten a little rest and is looking forward to being scratched.

Speaking of cats. There are two cats living at the mill. Meow and her son Tigger. They're really friendly and curious, but they don't exactly seek out friendships with dogs, as it happens. Animals of all kinds are welcome, but if your dog's favourite pastime is chasing a cat, then please stop him from doing so.
Apart from the cats, it's like a little water zoo. There are nutria, ducks and of course fish swimming in the reservoir. And people. They can use the granite staircase into the water or jump right off the bank. On their own, of course. We don't have lifeguards. ;-) See you in Švihov!