Budiměřice can be explored through a range of local topics: the history of the Church of St. Procopius, sports, and individual events. The Mrlina adds another perspective with a 18-kilometre stretch described as a water sports route. For planning, it is helpful to distinguish between them: architectural history is independent of event dates, while event dates and river conditions should always be checked for the latest information.
The Church of St. Procopius and its history
The present-day Church of St. Procopius is a Neo-Romanesque building erected by J. Kalous of Poděbrady between 1879 and 1881. A Gothic church dedicated to St. Procopius had stood in Budiměřice since at least the first written mention of the village in 1374. Neo-Romanesque refers to a later revival of Romanesque architectural forms; the construction date places the present-day church in the late 19th century. This makes it possible to distinguish the architectural style from the historical date.
The protected area comprises the church, its enclosure, and the associated plot. Protection therefore covers not only the church building but also its enclosure and the plot. For visitors interested in culture, this adds an important detail to the architectural history: the protected site consists of several specifically named elements.
Sports and water sports
As of August 2026, ATP Budiměřice manages the municipal tennis court in the sports complex next to the football pitch. If tennis is part of your trip, check in advance whether the court is available on your dates. The court is a specific place to play tennis in the village; you should not assume it will be available at a particular time during your visit.
An outdoor guide published in 2017 describes an 18-kilometre water sports route on the Mrlina, from Bučický rybník to the municipality of Budiměřice. Since the description dates from 2017, check current river conditions and navigability before setting out. This is a different kind of sporting option from the individual tennis court: it is described as a stretch with two named endpoints.
The options can therefore be distinguished clearly when planning your trip: tennis focuses on the court in the sports complex, while the Mrlina is described as a water route from Bučický rybník to Budiměřice. Your interests will guide your choice; for a specific river trip, the conditions on the water also matter.
Runs and events
The Budiměřický Budík adds another sporting connection to the village. The first run took place in 2020, followed by the second edition in 2022; the second run started in Budiměřice by the church. The church thus features not only as a historic site, but also as the setting for a race start. If you are travelling for the Budiměřický Budík, check the date for your intended travel year.
The Prokopská zábava was scheduled for the evening of Saturday, 5 July 2025, as a traditional summer dance event on an outdoor dance floor. The evening programme at the Budimky Cup 2026 included music for dancing and listening. These examples show different types of events: a run, a summer dance evening, and a programme featuring evening music.
If a run or an evening event is the deciding factor for your trip, plan around the specific event date. For a stay focused on local history, the church and its various historical connections are the main attraction.
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