The historic center of Novy Bor in Czechia — live webcam stream
Crystal Valley and the history of glassmaking
Novy Bor is inextricably linked with fire and glass. The history of glass production here dates back to the 18th century, when the first glassworks were established in the region. The Novy Bor region is known as "Crystal Valley" — a traditional center of Bohemian glassmaking with numerous glassworks. Interestingly, local Bohemian glass from Novy Bor was exported to Spain and Portugal as early as the 18th century. The very name of the city literally means "New Forest," which is connected to deforestation for glassworks. Today, this online camera shows a city where the legacy of the craftsmen is still felt in every building.
Architectural ensemble of Peace Square
The webcam is installed on Náměstí Míru Square (Peace Square) and shows the city center. Online cameras in Novy Bor are available on the official city website and show the city center. At the center of the composition stands a large historic building with a distinctive green dome and red tile roof — this is the Baroque-style town hall. To the right are rows of historic buildings with dark roofs in traditional architecture, creating a cozy European atmosphere.
Geographical location: between mountains and forests
Novy Bor is located in the Lusatian Mountains (Lužické hory) in northern Czechia, near the border with Germany. The geographical location in a mountain region with rich deposits of quartz sand and timber determined the development of the glass industry. The hilly terrain with forest massifs, visible in the background of the broadcast, became a natural fortress and source of raw materials for the first glassblowers.
Attractions and cultural heritage
Novy Bor is home to the Glass Museum (Sklářské muzeum), which is one of the oldest glass museums in the world. It is also worth visiting the Church of St. Mary Magdalene. In the vicinity of Novy Bor there are castles (hrady), including Vranov Castle and other historical sites that attract tourists from all over Europe.
Modern life and recognition of the city
Novy Bor received the status of "Historic Town of the Liberec Region" in 2017 and 2019. And in 2023, Novy Bor took second place in the "Golden Coat of Arms (Zlatý Herbec)" competition in the Liberec Region. The city serves as a gateway to the natural attractions of the Lusatian Mountains and Bohemian Switzerland, making it an ideal starting point for hiking and cycling routes.
What you can see on the camera
The camera overlooking the Novy Bor area broadcasts the central part of the city with a roundabout and busy traffic. In the foreground is an intersection with a roundabout, cars, pedestrian zones, and parking spaces. At the center of the composition is a large historic building with a distinctive green dome and red tile roof, likely an administrative or municipal building. To the right are rows of historic buildings with dark roofs in traditional architecture. In the background, modern residential high-rise buildings, industrial chimneys, and hilly terrain with forest massifs are visible. Mountain ranges can be seen in the distance.
