The hamlets of Částkov and Prostějov are administrative parts of Žumberk.
Etymology
The original German name Sonnenberg means "sunny mountain". The Czech name was created by transcription.[2]
Geography
Žumberk is located about 9 kilometres (6 mi) southeast of Chrudim and 18 km (11 mi) south of Pardubice. It lies in the Iron Mountains. The highest point is at 417 m (1,368 ft) above sea level. The Ležák River flows through the market town.
History
The first written mention of Žumberk is from 1318. From 1487, Žumberk was referred to as a market town.[3]
There are no railways or major roads passing through the municipality.
Sights
Ruins of Žumberk Castle
The main landmark of Žumberk is the Church of All Saints. It was originally a Gothic church, first documented in 1350. In 1782, it was completely rebuilt. The present form is a result of the pseudo-Romanesque reconstruction from 1880.[3] Next to the church is a separate bell tower. It was built on the Gothic core in 1789.[6]
Žumberk is known for the ruins of Žumberk Castle. It was built in the early 14th century. At the end of the 16th century, it was rebuilt into a Renaissance residence. At the end of the 18th century, it became a ruin.[7]
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