Life in
Chotěboř
A town in the foothills of the Iron Mountains, whose history dates back to the 12th century. Since 1850, Chotěboř has been the administrative and judicial center of the district, and industrialisation began in 1936 with the founding of the first factory.
The city has a rich cultural and social life. Tourists have a hotel, two guesthouses, private accommodation and cheaper accommodation in youth hostels at their disposal. The city's surroundings offer excellent conditions for hiking and cycling, and there are numerous sports facilities in the city. The entire area is crisscrossed by marked hiking trails and several local and long-distance cycling routes. In winter, there is a 300 m long ski slope in Chotěboř with artificial snow.
GCESince 1938
At GCE Chotěboř, we offer a modern and clean working environment that combines long-standing tradition with the latest technologies. We are a stable company with strong roots in the region and part of the global ESAB Group.
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But GCE is not just about technology and manufacturing. We also care about the people and environment around us. We actively participate in the life of the region – we clean up Czechia, organize charity collections, and support local associations and clubs.
And because we know that quality work is also the result of a good atmosphere, we celebrate various occasions together and organize events such as Burger Day, Ice Cream Tuesdays in August, and creative meetings in which our employees' families also participate.
What's on offer inChotěboř
The area around Chotěboř is characterized by forests, meadows, and gentle highland landscapes typical of the Vysočina Region. Thanks to this natural setting, residents and visitors can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities throughout the year, from relaxed walks in nature to more demanding cycling trips, complemented by several sports grounds and recreational facilities located directly in the town.
A dense network of marked hiking trails and both local and long-distance cycling routes connects the surrounding countryside and nearby villages, making the region ideal for exploring on foot or by bike. During the winter season, visitors can also take advantage of the local ski slope in Chotěboř, which offers a 300-metre run with artificial snowmaking, providing opportunities for winter sports even in years with less natural snowfall.
The History OfChotěboř
Chotěboř is a historic town in the Vysočina Region whose origins date back to the 13th century, when it developed as a small settlement on an important trade route between Bohemia and Moravia. It was first mentioned in written records in 1265 and gradually grew around a local fortress that later became the Chotěboř Castle.
Over the centuries the town prospered through crafts, trade, and nearby silver mining, although it was repeatedly affected by fires and wars, including damage during the Thirty Years' War. In the 19th century, the arrival of the railway supported industrial growth, shaping Chotěboř into the small regional center it remains today.
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