Železná can be understood through two historical points of reference: the first mention of the village and the historic iron ore mining that gave it its name. Železná was first mentioned in 1292. This date provides an early point of reference, while iron ore mining adds a second story that gave the village its name. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Železná, you can first consider whether this historical character is a reason to choose the destination.

Landscape and Local History

Železná lies in a hilly landscape enclosed by Malý Plešivec and Kamenná. These two named landmarks anchor the description of the village in a specific landscape. They add a geographical perspective to the destination’s local history: its first mention places the village in time, while the hilly landscape places it in space. This lets you consider Železná both through its history and its location.

Church and Parish History

The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary was first mentioned in the mid-14th century and served as a spiritual centre for the surrounding area. The architectural history of the parish church can also be traced through specific dates: it was extensively renovated in 1681 and completely remodelled in the Baroque style in 1777. The 14th-century mention and the later dates represent different historical stages: first, the church’s early history, followed by changes to its structure.

The history of the parish also includes a one-class elementary school. It was established around the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries and first mentioned in 1711. This brings local education into view alongside church history. If you are interested in Železná’s past, you can explore the village’s development through several themes: its first mention, the church, the school and historic iron ore mining.

Getting Your Bearings and Travelling There

The Fara Železná parish complex is on the western edge of Železná, east of the local church. These two location references help you place the complex within the village: one by its western edge and the other by the church. They complement the historical themes with practical orientation on site.

Regional PID bus route 636 runs between Loděnice and Chyňava via Železná. The timetable shown is valid from 20 July 2026; check the departure times before travelling. When choosing a destination and a holiday apartment, you can consider two separate questions: Are you interested in the local and church history, and does the bus connection suit your travel plans? The historical themes help you assess the character of the village; for your actual journey, the timetable is what matters.

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