Bohuňovice can be explored through several clearly distinct themes: the Church of Saint Procopius, local history dating back to the late 12th century, a memorial site from 1945, and landscape and cycling connections. This lets you choose the focus of your stay, from church and village history to wetlands, viewpoints and a specific cycling route. The themes offer different points of interest rather than prescribing a fixed itinerary.
The Church of Saint Procopius
The Church of Saint Procopius was built in 1724 and remodelled in 1818. Its furnishings are Neo-Gothic, and it also has 19th-century paintings. The dates refer to the construction and remodelling; Neo-Gothic style and the paintings describe the furnishings. Visitors interested in religious architecture can consider these different aspects together.
Local History and Remembrance
Bohuňovice is considered one of the oldest villages in the region. The first written mention dates from the late 12th century, when the village was called Bogunouice. In the 12th century, Bohuňovice belonged to the Litomyšl Monastery; in 1347, it became the property of the Bishopric of Litomyšl. The early form of the name and the ownership records tell different stories: Bogunouice belongs to the written history of the village, while the monastery and bishopric relate to its ecclesiastical ownership history. Together with the church’s building history, they offer a view across several centuries.
The local cemetery contains the shared grave of two Soviet prisoners who were killed during a death march in February 1945. It adds a specific Second World War memorial site to the long history of the church and village. A dated event is also among the village’s more recent points of interest: on 10 May 2025, Bohuňovice hosted the 19th trial of pointing dogs, at which the titles CACT and res. CACT were awarded.
Landscape and Cycling Route
Numerous less common animal and plant species associated with wetlands and damp meadows can be found along the Končinský stream; Bohuňovice is also near the Velkonetřebský Pond. Bouzovka Hill offers views into the Loučná Valley and towards Vysoké Mýto. The stream is notable for its species and wetlands, while Bouzovka offers two specific viewing directions. This distinction can help you choose between a nature-focused visit and a viewpoint.
Cycle Route 4231 runs from Sloupnice through Netřeby and Bohuňovice to Horky and is 7.5 kilometres long. The route is unmarked; conditions and signage may change. Check the route before setting out. As a travel interest, the cycling route differs from the view from Bouzovka: here, the sequence of places and the route length are the focus, while there, it is the views in two directions.
Discover more destinations: Banín, Desná, Linhartice, Řídký, Mikuleč, Vítějeves, Koruna, Jarošov
For the broader travel overview: Svitavy District.
