The entire municipality of Hostašovice lies within the Pobeskydí Nature Park; the main European watershed also runs through the village. Together, these features illustrate two geographical scales: the nature park covers the whole municipality, while the watershed is a specific feature that passes through Hostašovice. If you take the landscape and its natural connections into account when choosing a destination, you’ll find a clear focus here. Springs, a cycling route, a nature trail, and historical and culinary themes complement this natural setting from different perspectives.

Springs and distinctive waterways

Prameny Zrzávky is a protected natural monument in the cadastral area of Hostašovice. One spring contains ferrous sulphate, another hydrogen sulphide; a third, separate hydrogen sulphide spring lies 300 metres away. The different substances and their locations give the spring site a geological character. For orientation, keep two distances in mind: the separate spring lies 300 metres away, while the site itself is 250 metres from the road. Prameny Zrzávky is accessible by car without access restrictions. Check local conditions before setting out.

Another natural phenomenon is the Jaštěrka spring on Mount Trojačka. After a few metres, its watercourse divides into two branches, each flowing towards a different sea. This phenomenon is called bifurcation. At Jaštěrka, it is the spring’s watercourse itself that divides; the branches flow towards different seas. This distinguishes the example from the European watershed that runs through Hostašovice. For anyone interested in geographical connections, these offer two clearly distinct perspectives on the course of water.

Nature trail or cycling route?

The František Palacký Nature Trail comprises 21 to 22 stops with information boards. Its topics range from nature and history to geology and the landscape of Podbeskydí. The stops thus bring together several areas of knowledge, making the trail a good fit for an outing that focuses on more than just one natural feature.

The “Koleje” cycling route has a different focus. It is easy, with only gentle inclines, and is also suitable for families with children. It runs from Nový Jičín to Hostašovice railway station. The differences between the two options are specific: the nature trail focuses on information boards and several subject areas, while “Koleje” is an easy cycling route with gentle inclines and clearly named endpoints. You can choose according to whether you’re more interested in themed stops or the type of cycling trip described.

Cultural history and buckwheat

The chapel dedicated to Saints Cyril and Methodius was built in 1850 and consecrated on 17 October of that same year. A sandstone cross was made in 1876 by master stonemason Josef Leidi for 100 gulden. There are 26 years between the two dates. The chapel adds a year of construction and consecration to local history; the cross brings further specific details, including its material, maker and cost.

A living food tradition is also part of the village’s character: buckwheat is still milled in Hostašovice, and people from the wider surrounding area buy it there too. Alongside nature and historical landmarks, this is a local practice that continues today and attracts customers from beyond the municipality.

Discover more destinations: Tichá, Mořkov, Studénka, Závišice, Vražné, Vrchy, Luboměř, Jistebník.

For the wider travel overview: Nový Jičín District.