Topography

This specific part of the central Šumava is formed by so called Plains or Kvildy (formerly Gefilde). This low-relief peneplain was elevated in the geological era to the altitude of about 1000 to 1200 metres above see level. Local climate is severe and cold, with long winters and abundant precipitation. There are various types of peat bogs and wetlands giving origin to many streams. The Plains are covered with spruce forests with intermittent larger meadow enclaves.
In the most beautiful part of the Plains, at the altitude of about 1060 beneath Antýgl mountain (1253 m), the village of Horská Kvilda is extended. It is composed of about 30 scattered houses, with several other settlements attached thereto - Výhledy, Zlatá Studna, Horní Antýgl, Korýtko. Further settlements have already perished. The Hamerský stream runs through the village of Horská Kvilda.

Latitude: 49° 3' 33"
Longitude: 13° 33' 30"

Population

73

Important Contacts

112 European emergency call number

150 Fire brigade

155 Medical emergency service

158 Police

Mountain Rescue Service Zadov: +420 376 397 273

Mountain Rescue Service Kvilda: +420 388 310 785

Municipal office Horská Kvilda: +420 388 435 830

Mayor: +420 607 952 122

Deputy mayor: +420 725 460 855

Police Kašperské Hory: +420 974 334 712

Horská Kvilda Information Centre: +420 388 435 555, +420 736 757 836

Kvilda post office: +420 388 435 512