Záboří nad Labem lies near the confluence of the Doubrava and the Elbe. The village brings together an unusually designed church, a Baroque Marian Column and a long settlement history with the natural setting of the protected Lžovické tůně Natural Monument, which also lies within the cadastral area of Záboří nad Labem. Two distinct themes therefore sit side by side: cultural monuments shape the village’s built history, while protected floodplain habitats provide its natural setting. When planning your trip, you can give different weight to each of these interests.

Elbe Floodplains and Protected Habitats

The protected Lžovické tůně Natural Monument preserves fragments of the Elbe’s floodplain ecosystems. These include hard- and softwood floodplain forests, as well as pools with aquatic vegetation. There are also tall-herb stands, wet alder stands and wet willow stands. The mix of trees, water bodies and wet habitats shows several different features of a floodplain environment. The natural setting thus encompasses woodland and wetlands as well as bodies of water with vegetation.

Church, Bell Tower and Marian Column

The Church of Saint Procopius dates from around the middle of the 12th century. Its unusual design is expressed in a wide, short nave, a square presbytery with a central tower, and a sacristy with an upper-floor oratory. The church complex is a protected cultural monument. The wooden bell tower stands north of the church; the complex also includes the rectory, farm buildings, an enclosure wall and remnants of the cemetery with old graves. The architecture is therefore interesting not only for the age of the church, but also for the way its components are arranged.

The Baroque Marian Column stands on the village green next to the church. It was erected in 1739 and is freely accessible. Its location right beside the church makes the village green and church ensemble two closely adjacent but distinct cultural monuments: on one side, the freestanding column; on the other, the protected church complex with its outbuildings and historic cemetery remains.

Historical Dates in the Village’s Past

Záboří nad Labem is one of the oldest settlements in the wider area. A monastery held the village from 1301; the first written mention dates to 1338. These dates relate to different historical aspects: the approximate dating to the middle of the 12th century concerns the church, while 1338 marks the first written mention of the village. On 1 September 1845, the first train arrived in Záboří nad Labem. This date adds an event from the village’s transport history to the medieval dates.

Finding Your Way on Marked Trails

A tourist trail sign beside the church shows the directions of marked trails. Check the trail information before you set out so that your plans are based on up-to-date guidance.

Ringelland in Habrkovice

In nearby Habrkovice, Ringelland welcomes visitors on weekdays to see an animal enclosure. The animals include lions, tigers, the hippopotamus Davídek, porcupines, Cameroon sheep, chickens and turtles. Seasonal programs are also offered. Before your visit, check the latest visitor information, particularly the weekday schedule.

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