Chromeč lies on a fertile plain on the right bank of the Morava. Alongside this distinct landscape setting, local memorial sites and stories shape the character of the village. If you are looking for a holiday apartment for a stay in Chromeč, you can choose where to stay based on whether you are especially interested in the river landscape, remembrance of the First World War, or regional biographies. These different connections give your decision more definition than a place name alone and help you view Chromeč in light of your own travel interests.
Location and landscape
The plain on the right bank of the Morava is Chromeč’s defining landscape feature. The municipal forest of Račice, which stretches across the slopes of the Zábřežská vrchovina, provides a broader landscape connection. The fertile river landscape and a forest on the slopes thus offer two distinct regional perspectives. This distinction can help you choose where to stay: Chromeč lies on the plain, while the municipal forest adds to the wider landscape context.
Memorial cross and crosses in the village
One specific connection to local history is the memorial cross commemorating the victims of the First World War. The V. Spurný stonemasonry company from Litovel made it in 1923. In 2024, the municipality of Chromeč had the cross restored. The work included cleaning, adding and securing the damaged crucifix, renewing the inscription, and applying a final protective coating. The restoration thus covered several parts of the monument: the crucifix, the inscription, and the surface. The dates tell the story of the memorial cross’s creation and a later preservation project.
Another cross stands at the “U Blaťáka” crossroads in Chromeč; it was restored in 2023. Two different crosses are therefore associated with specific restoration dates. The memorial cross commemorates the victims of the First World War, while the location and restoration are established historical reference points for the cross at “U Blaťáka.”
Chapel and local history
The Chapel of Saint John of Nepomuk is documented as early as 1771; its year of construction is unknown. A new chapel dedicated to this saint was built in Chromeč in 1862 and burned down in the great fire on September 19, 1869. The dates mark different events: 1771 is an early record, 1862 is the year the new chapel was built, and 1869 is the year it burned down. This provides a timeline for the chapel’s history without equating the 1771 record with a construction date.
Josef Drásal and Boroviny
Josef Drásal’s origins are another local connection: the man known as the Haná Giant was born in Chromeč on July 4, 1841. This precise birth date links a historical figure to a specific place and adds a biographical perspective to the history of the monuments.
“Boroviny” is a traditional local event hosted by the “U Obra Drásala” inn in Chromeč. If you would like to include this event in your stay, check the dates and visitor information in advance. This lets you plan your trip around the actual event dates rather than assuming a date based solely on Boroviny’s traditional character.
Cycling route and travel planning
A marked cycling route passes through Chromeč. It is a practical point of reference when planning a cycling trip; check the route before setting out, as cycling infrastructure may change. The cycling connection differs from the historical themes: it concerns the route through the village, while the memorial cross, chapel, and Drásal’s origins shed light on local history. Depending on which of these aspects matters most to you, you can view Chromeč as a destination in different ways.
Discover more destinations: Jestřebí U Zábřeha, Hrabová, Vikantice, Kamenná, Zábřeh, Hoštejn, Velké Vrbno, Sudkov
For the wider travel overview: Šumperk District.
