An officially named memorial tree and surviving house remains offer two different ways to explore a place with a long history. Pila (Seeg) was first mentioned in 1613; in 1749, it had three mills and a sawmill. The settlement disappeared between 1950 and 1960 because it was in the border area. This span of time can be explored through dates as well as through the traces at Pila.

Local History in Three Dates

The first mention of Pila (Seeg) dates back to 1613. A first mention is not the same as a founding date: it marks the first time a place was mentioned, whereas its founding refers to when it came into being. In 1749, Pila had three mills and a sawmill. The two dates are 136 years apart, so the mills and sawmill belong to a much later snapshot. Reading the local history chronologically makes it possible to distinguish the early mention from the specific facilities of the 18th century.

The settlement disappeared between 1950 and 1960 because it was in the border area. The dates indicate a period, not a single point in time. This later turning point is clearly separated from the two earlier dates. This keeps the mills of 1749 distinct from the time when the settlement disappeared.

House Remains and Memorial Tree

Remains of houses have survived near Pila; vegetation can affect how visible they are at different times of year. These structural traces add a tangible connection to the former settlement to the historical dates. If you are particularly interested in such remnants, this seasonal difference is a useful planning consideration.

The memorial tree near Pila is officially named “Čepičkovo dub na Pile”. Its trunk circumference is 395 centimetres, and its crown reaches a height of 25 metres. The circumference and height refer to different dimensions: the first measurement describes the trunk, the second the crown. The tree is thus characterised not only by its name, but also by two specific measurements. It offers a different perspective from the house remains: here, the focus is on a single named tree, while the remains are traces of built structures.

Location and Orientation

Pila lies about three kilometres west of Nemanice, on the road from Mýtnice to Lučina. For orientation, this information combines a reference point and an approximate distance with a clearly named route. The compass direction helps you locate Pila in relation to Nemanice; the road adds another geographical reference. Alongside the local history, this provides a sense of the area to help with your planning.

The dates place Pila in a historical timeline, the house remains point to its former buildings, and the memorial tree provides a point of interest in its own right. You can choose whichever aspect interests you most: local history, structural traces or the named tree.

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