Radhošť combines a protected church building with a natural monument at Šejval Pond and a cycling route along the Loučná. This brings several interests into focus when choosing a destination: St. George’s offers a glimpse into architectural history and its bell, rare plants shape the nature theme at Šejval, and cycling routes offer another way to plan your stay. Radhošť is also on the Pardubice–Česká Třebová railway line. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, you can first weigh up which of these highlights matters most for your trip.

St. George’s: church and bell tower

The present-day stone church of St. George was built in 1773, after the original church burned down. The year therefore refers to the current building. Since 3 May 1958, the church has been protected as an immovable cultural monument. This designation also covers the bell tower; the church and tower underwent a lengthy restoration.

In front of the entrance stands the wooden bell tower, set on stone foundations and covered with shingles. It is a distinct architectural feature beside the stone church, allowing visitors to see two different building styles. The tower houses the surviving bell. It weighs 1,000 kg, and its inscription gives 1509 as the year it was made. The bell tower was restored in 2012. A visit to the monument is planned for Christmas Eve; the nativity scene in St. George’s Church is also scheduled to be open for viewing on that occasion. Before travelling, check whether these seasonal visits are currently available.

Šejval Pond and rare plants

Šejval Pond lies north of Radhošť, on the road to Jaroslav, and covers 2.34 ha. The pond and the adjacent area were declared a national natural monument on 12 May 1982, after a rare aquatic plant was discovered there. Rare plants grow in the marsh meadow by the pond, including angular onion and broad-leaved marsh orchid. Alongside the architectural history of St. George’s, this offers a clearly defined nature theme: the area’s protection history and the plants mentioned give Šejval its own significance when planning a trip.

Cycling and getting there

A cycling route runs through Radhošť and offers families with children a chance to enjoy some recreation. It follows the winding Loučná. If cycling is a priority for your trip, check current route conditions in advance, as they can change. This makes cycling a distinct part of the trip alongside the cultural and nature highlights.

A route to Zámrsk follows the winding Loučná, passing the Malejov farmstead and the horse paddocks in Janovičky without crossing the main road. Radhošť is also on the Pardubice–Česká Třebová railway line. Check the timetable before travelling so you can plan your journey around the connections available on your travel date.

Discover more destinations

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For the regional travel overview: Okres Ústí Nad Orlicí.