Turnov Live Cam

History

Turnov’s origins date back to the late 12th century, when a small settlement emerged at a strategic ford along the Jizera River. The name “Turnov” likely derives from the Old Czech word “turna,” meaning tower, referencing a wooden watchtower that guarded the trade route linking Prague to Silesia. As one of the oldest towns in the Liberec Region, Turnov quickly grew into a bustling market center renowned in medieval travel accounts for its weekly fairs, which attracted merchants selling Bohemian glass, woolen cloth, and precious gemstones.