Cycling Route 0004, “Vlašim–Zruč nad Sázavou,” passes through Chlum and is also known as the “Velké Středočeské Kolo.” Other attractions include the chapel in the village, the Kalamajka lookout tower and nearby landscapes. When planning your stay, you can choose between cycling, local history and an outing focused on the surrounding landscape.
Cycling route and surrounding landscape
If you are cycling, you can include Chlum as a point along the route. The specific stages depend on the route you choose. To the west of Chlum, the prominent Javornická hůra, at 583 m above sea level, shapes the surrounding landscape. The Kalamajka lookout tower is located there. The lookout tower is open to the public free of charge; a key must be borrowed to enter. Before visiting, check where you can obtain the key.
The distinction is clear when choosing a focus: the cycling route passes through Chlum, while the lookout tower is on Javornická hůra to the west. You can therefore consider cycling in the village and the viewpoint as separate points of interest when planning.
The central Posázaví area, popular for recreation, lies near Chlum. The Blaník Protected Landscape Area is also nearby. This gives you a choice of different landscape settings: Posázaví is characterized as a recreational area, while Blaník is a protected area. If you are planning to visit the protected landscape area, check access details with the relevant protected-area administration.
Chapel and local history
The chapel in Chlum is dedicated to Saint John of Nepomuk. The old chapel was replaced by a new one in 2006. Mass is celebrated there on the third Sunday of every month. If you would like to include the service in your stay, check the exact date locally. This lets you consider the chapel’s building history and the recurring service as two distinct points in time.
Playground and activities in the village
The playground in Chlum offers children and young people opportunities for play and sports activities. If you are travelling with younger companions, you can include it as a separate activity. Alongside cycling and the surrounding landscape, this provides an activity in the village that can be tailored to the interests of children and young people.
Getting there by bus
The Vlašim–Chlum–Zruč nad Sázavou route is relevant for bus travel to Chlum. Check the latest departure times before travelling. This means there are two separate timing considerations: your journey depends on the bus departures, while a possible visit to Mass depends on the third Sunday of the month and local confirmation of the date. Plan these separately before deciding on the rest of your stay.
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For the overview of the wider area: Okres Benešov.
