R-S 87 Průsek
A well-preserved two-storey infantry bunker from 1937 on the ridge of the Orlické hory, with an exhibition on Czechoslovak fortifications.
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About the museum
The R-S 87 “Průsek” infantry bunker belongs to the Říčky sub-section of the Czechoslovak border fortifications of 1937–1938, which were to protect the frontier against Nazi Germany. Concrete was poured into its walls from 6 to 11 August 1937, and the armoured bells were installed in June 1938. It is an isolated infantry bunker of the second degree of resistance, standing on the main ridge of the Orlické hory between the R-S 86 and R-S 88 objects. It is protected as a cultural monument.
The bunker retained its original armoured bell and other armoured elements, which is rare in the area. It was to be equipped with almost all the types of weapons used on the fortification line: a twin machine gun and an anti-tank gun aimed at the Hanička fortress, and on the left side an embrasure for a 9 cm mortar, which was to cover the observation post on Komáří vrch and the road over the Mezivrší saddle.
The bunker was repaired and opened to the public by the Klub vojenského opevnění Hradec Králové from its own resources, sponsorship contributions and voluntary admission fees. Inside are original or replica weapons and period equipment of the Czechoslovak army.
Highlights
- Two-storey infantry bunker from 1937, protected as a cultural monument
- Original armoured bell and other armoured elements
- Exhibition on the fortifications and equipment of the Czechoslovak army
- Original or replica machine guns, anti-tank gun and mortar
- Remains of an anti-tank barrier and a construction concrete mixing plant in the surroundings
Permanent exhibition
- Expozice československého opevnění – The interior of the bunker presents fortress construction and the period equipment of the Czechoslovak army, including weapons, replica machine guns, an anti-tank gun and a mortar.
- Operated by
- Klub vojenského opevnění Hradec Králové, z. s.
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Admission is voluntary.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
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Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
The car park is at the Mezivrší saddle, from where a red hiking trail leads to the bunker.
You reach the bunker along the red hiking trail from the car park at the Mezivrší saddle or from the Hanička fortress. The bunker lies in the forest west of the road on the main ridge of the Orlické hory.
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | A visit can be arranged by telephone. |
