Josefov (Sokolov District)
Introduction '''Josefov''' () is a municipality and village in Sokolov District in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 400 inhabitants.
Administrative parts The villages of Hřebeny, Luh nad Svatavou and Radvanov are administrative parts of Josefov.
Etymology The village was named in honour of its founder, Count Josef von Auersperg.
Geography Josefov is located about  northwest of Sokolov and  west of Karlovy Vary. It lies in the southwestern part of the Ore Mountains. The highest point is at  above sea level. The municipality is situated on the right bank of the Svatava River, which forms the eastern municipal border.
History History of the area is connected with the Hartenberg Castle, which was probably built in 1196.The village of Josefov was founded in 1833 by Count Josef von Auersperg.
Demographics
Transport Josefov is located on the railway line Sokolov–Kraslice. There are two stations serving the municipality: ''Hřebeny'' and ''Luh nad Svatavou''.
Sights Ruins of the Hartenberg CastleThe most important monument of the municipality is the ruins of the Hartenberg Castle. It is open to the public.
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