Several clearly distinct themes come together in Police: the branch church of St Nicholas, with a Gothic core and later Baroque alterations; a village exhibition on local history; and a preserved, working mill. This cultural and historical profile is complemented by a Pietà group, a remarkable tree and cycle route 6026. When planning your visit, you can prioritise church and local history, milling technology or a specific cycle route.

St Nicholas Church and Historical Works of Art

St Nicholas Church is the historic attraction of Police. Its Gothic core and later Baroque alterations make different construction phases visible in the same church building. Its preserved furnishings include a bell cast in 1497 in honour of St Nicholas and a Gothic sandstone baptismal font. The precise date refers to the bell; the baptismal font offers a separate point of interest through its Gothic style and material, inviting a closer look at the church’s furnishings.

Another historic attraction in Police is the listed Empire-style Pietà group from 1843. It adds a distinct work of art to the church’s architectural and furnishing history. Those interested in sacred art can focus on the Pietà group, while the bell and baptismal font draw attention to two different elements of the church’s furnishings.

Village History at the Síň selských tradic

The Síň selských tradic is a village exhibition in Police featuring exhibits on the folk history of the community and its surroundings. Its historical scope extends from the earliest archaeological finds to the present day. The focus is therefore not on a single event or object, but on the development of the village over a long period. The exhibition links this broad historical span with specific objects, including a priestly leather vestment embroidered with gold, discovered during the restoration of the local St Nicholas Church. This allows visitors to consider a special exhibit alongside its origins in local history.

Preisův mlýn: A Mill You Can Visit by Arrangement

Preisův mlýn is a preserved, working mill and one of the most distinctive landmarks of Police. For visitors interested in milling technology, the opportunity to view its technical equipment is particularly relevant. A visit can be arranged directly with the owner. Be sure to agree on your visit with him in advance rather than assuming you can drop in. The mill offers a different focus from the church and exhibition: here, the emphasis is on the technical equipment of a preserved building.

Cycle Route and Remarkable Tree

Cycle route 6026 runs from Dubicko over the hill of Police and down towards the local pond. If you plan to follow this route, check the current signage on site. The route description provides a specific direction and course, offering a distinct way to explore Police alongside its cultural and historical attractions.

Another notable landmark is the lime tree known as “Urbáškova lípa”. It stands by the Chapel of the Holy Trinity and a pond on the road from Police to Úsov. The lime tree and the cycle route appeal to different interests: the tree is a remarkable natural and commemorative site, while route 6026 describes a cycling route. Both can be explored as separate aspects of Police without combining them into a single route.

Choose Police to Suit Your Travel Interests

When looking for a holiday apartment in Police, it helps to decide first what you would like to focus on during your stay. The church building, bell and Pietà group are ideal for exploring sacred architecture and art history; the Síň selských tradic offers insight into the folk history of the community and its surroundings. Preisův mlýn adds milling technology to these themes, while cycle route 6026 provides a specific option for a bike ride. You can therefore choose your accommodation with your main interests in mind, without trying to fit every attraction into a single itinerary.

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