But Ústí isn't just about beautiful views. I guarantee you won't be short of attractions here. Architecture enthusiasts can trace its development here: from the Middle Ages through Baroque, Empire, and Art Nouveau, to Functionalism. After all, the town is truly old, with its beginnings dating back to the mid-13th century! The best view of the surrounding area is provided by climbing the metal observation tower. Yet, Ústí nad Orlicí is not just a paradise for lovers of history and architecture. Those seeking relaxation will also find something for themselves: a modern aquapark and well-maintained parks await them. And now, something for the active visitors. Cyclists can burn off more than a few calories on the long, marked routes, and popular campsites await sailors and kayakers by the river. It's worth following the calendar of events, such as the Ústecká 21 race, the "City on the Move" festival, or the "Kocianovo Ústí" music festival. All of this is part of a unique project—the "Stories of Our Borders" trail. This is a 10-kilometer route that precisely maps the border line from the time of the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia between 1938 and 1945. The trail is practical and well-marked. You'll find information boards, rest areas, and thematic elements, including a replica of the historical border barrier. The maps on the boards show three layers: the contemporary town, the historical course of the Protectorate border, and the route of the path itself. This is not a boring history lesson. You will learn the information at the ten stops in an extremely attractive, modern way.