Loukovec lies on a ridge running from Svijany to the right bank of the Jizera River. There are several themes to choose from when planning your trip: glass art in Hubálov, the architectural history of a former residence, a church with a wooden main altar, as well as ponds and a fishing area. If you are looking for a holiday rental in Loukovec, consider which of these themes you would like to shape your stay; some visits require arrangements to be made in advance.

Glassmaking and tours in Hubálov

The Urbanglass workshop in Hubálov offers tours with production demonstrations and workshops where you can make your own glass. Tours and workshops must be booked in advance. The Urbanglass family gallery at Hubálov 21 features glass displays and live glassmaking demonstrations throughout the year; tours are available by prior arrangement. The glass studio of Karel and Eva Urban in Hubálov makes nativity figures, traditional table figures, souvenirs, gifts, specially blown figures and glass beads. When planning your visit, it is worth distinguishing between the different options: a workshop focuses on making glass yourself, while displays and live demonstrations offer insights into the production process. Workshop tours and workshops require advance booking; gallery tours must be arranged in advance.

From fortress to Baroque residence

The former Gothic fortress in Loukovec was converted into a Renaissance residence around 1600. At the end of the 17th century, the residence that had evolved from the fortress was remodelled in the Baroque style. The information describes two phases in its architectural history: the first conversion changed the fortress into a Renaissance residence, while the later changes affected the residence that had developed from it. One historical interpretation also reads the name of the Hradec farmstead as a clue that a fortified settlement once stood there. This provides two different points of departure for local history: a documented sequence of building works and a cautiously worded interpretation of the place name.

Church and main altar

The Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross in Loukovec is open by prior arrangement. Its wooden main altar bears life-size statues of Saint Adalbert and Saint Procopius. Visitors interested in sacred art will find a specific focal point here: the altar combines a named material with life-size figures. Arrange your church visit in advance; access is by appointment.

Ponds and fishing

The Hubálov Ponds, in the cadastral area of Loukovec, cover 0.6 ha. A separate piece of information concerns the JIZERA 6 fishing area: it begins at the weir of the Hubálov hydroelectric power station, also in the cadastral area of Loukovec. The area figure describes the ponds; the weir marks the starting point of the fishing area. If you plan to fish, check the current regulations beforehand.

Plan your journey and accommodation

During the timetable period from 15 September to 15 November 2025, regional bus route 733 connected Turnov with Mnichovo Hradiště and served Loukovec and the Loukovec, Hubálov stop. Check current departure times for your journey. If you are considering Loukovec as an overnight base, include any necessary arrangements for tours and church access in your plans. This will help you look for a holiday rental that suits the visits you actually want to make.

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