The Church of St. Wenceslas and the wooden bell tower together define the surrounding area of Horní Ředice. A field path leads from the church over Farský kopec to the Hořánka hill. The history of the buildings and the landscape can be explored as different focal points during a stay: you can learn about the history of the village, plan a route through the surrounding area or look into the municipality’s leisure facilities.
Church, Bell Tower and Local History
The present-day Church of St. Wenceslas was consecrated on 28 September 1863. It served both Horní Ředice and Dolní Ředice; the two municipalities contributed equally to its construction. The cemetery by the church includes a wooden bell tower with three bells. The largest dates from 1616. Remains of the former churchyard fortifications are visible on the west side. Together, these details offer several specific starting points for exploring the history of the village: the church’s shared use, its consecration in the 19th century and older evidence at the cemetery.
Another historical trace is the chapel in Horní Ředice. It dates from 1836 and was relocated within the municipality. In 2003, it was reconstructed by the Lubomír Váša restoration studio. The finds from the Ředice archaeological burial ground can also be placed in their historical context: they are attributed to the Bronze Age. The church, chapel and burial ground thus point to different chapters of local history, though they do not cover the same period.
Hořánka and the Landscape
Hořaník is the eastern summit of the Hořánka hill and stands 265 metres high. From there, you can enjoy views across the Loučná valley and as far as the Železné hory. The field path from the church leads over Farský kopec to the Hořánka hill; surface conditions may vary along the way. Take this into account when planning to use the path.
The Žernov Nature Reserve lies north of Horní Ředice. It includes ponds, reed beds and wet meadows. The reserve offers another landscape to consider when planning your trip, while Hořaník and Hořánka provide the viewpoint described in more detail and the route from the church.
Leisure Activities and Events
Horní Ředice has two clay tennis courts, which regularly host tennis tournaments and a summer tennis school. Near the community hall is a renovated 13-hole mini-golf course, beside a stream and with seating. The two activities offer different ways to spend your time: playing tennis or a round of mini-golf.
The multi-purpose sports field by the primary school can be used for floorball, nohejbal, tennis, volleyball and many other ball sports. The Blanka area also has a 180-metre running track and a 60-metre straight with a long-jump pit. At the Ředický rybník dam, walkers can use two exercise machines and seating. Check the availability of leisure facilities and the conditions at the dam before your trip.
The Prvomájový cyklovýlet is a recurring event in Horní Ředice and takes place on 1 May. If you would like to plan your trip around it, check the next date before making your plans. This helps distinguish the event date from the local and landscape features that are there year-round.
Find a Suitable Holiday Apartment
If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Horní Ředice, first decide what matters most for your stay: the architectural and local history around the church, the path to Hořánka or the various leisure activities. The date of the Prvomájový cyklovýlet and the availability of sports facilities may also influence your choice of travel dates. This lets you compare possible travel periods based on specific interests rather than trying to fit every sight into a single itinerary.
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