Jihlava Underground
Jihlavské podzemí
A medieval cellar network about 25 km long beneath Jihlava's old town, where guided tours include a mysterious tunnel that glows.
Jihlava is the capital of the Vysočina Region. In the Middle Ages it grew wealthy from silver mining, and its citizens dug multi-level cellars and passages beneath the houses around Masaryk Square, totalling about 25 km. It is the second-largest historic underground labyrinth in the Czech Republic. The guided route is about 1 km long and passes storerooms, wells and narrow passages. The most popular stop is the 'Glowing Tunnel', whose walls emit a green glow, and its cause is still much debated. Visits are by guided tour only; the site is closed on Mondays, and sessions and prices should be checked on the official website. The underground stays at around 7°C year-round, so bring a jacket. Jihlava is about 30 km from Telč, a 35-minute drive, with direct buses too, and you can also explore the spacious Masaryk Square.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00 (guided tour times per official website)
Nearby sights
- Roštejn Castle
- Zachariáš of Hradec Square
- Telč Chateau
- Church of the Holy Spirit Tower
- Church of the Name of Jesus
- St. James the Elder Church
- Ulický Pond
- Pilgrimage Church of St John of Nepomuk at Zelená Hora