Hlohovčice combines historical connections with cycling routes that pass through the village. There are also recommendations for trips in the surrounding area, as well as local facilities. If you are considering Hlohovčice as a destination, you can choose to focus on local and regional history, cycling, or excursions.
History from the Village to the Region
Hlohovčice was first mentioned in a written record in 1381. The area around the village belonged to the historic Choden region. The so-called Zemská stezka (Land Route) ran through the area via Holec and Hájek towards the Všerubský průsmyk pass. The history of Hlohovčice can thus be linked both to a specific historical record about the village and to the wider landscape.
One architectural detail in the village is house No. 16. It has a mezzanine floor and an ornate, Baroque curved façade dating from 1911. The historical connections span different levels: the house is a single building, while the Choden region and the Zemská stezka concern the wider area. Those interested in cultural history will therefore find both a specific local landmark and a regional perspective here.
Cycling on Two Routes
The signposted cross-border Přátelství (Friendship) cycling route No. 2141 runs from Srbice through Hlohovčice to Močerady. The Czech section follows farm and forest tracks as well as smaller, lightly trafficked roads. A second cycling route, No. 305, runs along the connection between Klatovy and Staňkov via Koloveč, Srbice, and Hlohovčice. The two routes differ in their focus: Route No. 2141 is described in terms of its cross-border course and road surfaces, while Route No. 305 places Hlohovčice on the connection between Klatovy and Staňkov.
Local Character and Facilities
The immediate surroundings of Hlohovčice are generally not heavily wooded. The village has a children’s playground, an outdoor fitness area for seniors, and a tennis court. These facilities complement the historical and landscape features with specific local amenities. They are distinct facilities: a playground, a fitness area for seniors, and a tennis court.
Recommended Excursions in the Surrounding Area
Near the municipality of Srbice, there is a hill with the Church of St. Vitus, which is recommended as an excursion destination. Another suggestion is Koloveč, where the Museum of Crafts is recommended as a place to visit in the surrounding area. The two destinations have different thematic focuses: in Srbice, the hill and church take centre stage; in Koloveč, it is traditional crafts. This offers a simple way to choose between a destination centred on the landscape and a museum.
Getting There and Choosing Accommodation
Bus services connect Hlohovčice with other towns and municipalities. If you are planning to take the bus on a particular travel day, it is worth checking the timetable. When choosing accommodation, you can first consider whether you want to focus on the local history and cycling routes in Hlohovčice itself, or also take the recommended destinations near Srbice and Koloveč into account. This way, your search can reflect your preferred theme without combining the different excursion destinations into a single route.
Discover more destinations: Velký Malahov, Blížejov, Kaničky, Poděvousy, Luženičky, Pocinovice, Pivon, Němčice
For the overview of the wider travel area: Domažlice District.
