Újezd nade Mží can be explored through specific themes: an early documentary mention that must explicitly be classified as forged, remains of a Renaissance fortress, and several offerings at Zámecký statek. A hiking route and a cycling route also pass through the village. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, you can first consider whether local history, the exhibition and animals, or rather outdoor activity should shape your stay.

Written records and fortress remains

The first written mention of Újezd nade Mží dates to 1115, in a forged founding charter of Kladruby Monastery. Another mention appears in 1242 in a charter of Teplá Monastery. The two dates therefore relate to written records that must be assessed differently: the fact that the 1115 mention is forged is an essential part of its transmission.

Architectural remains also point to the history of the village. Cellars and parts of the perimeter walls survive from the original Renaissance fortress. Together with the documentary mentions, these remains offer two specific ways to explore the village’s history: its early written record and surviving parts of the building.

Castle park, exhibition and Farmářova stezka

The castle park at Zámecký statek Újezd nade Mží is open to the public. Check the access arrangements before your visit. Zámecký statek is open from April to October every weekend, and daily from 1 to 5 p.m. during the summer holidays. Check these hours before travelling if you are planning your visit around them.

Along the Farmářova stezka at the Zámecký statek Újezd nade Mží farm, visitors can meet horses, cows, sheep, rabbits, guinea pigs, llamas, camels and ostriches. The animals offer a distinct focus alongside the history of the fortress. If you want to choose what to visit based on a particular interest, you can consider this experience separately from the historical themes and exhibitions.

The year-round exhibition “Jak se dříve žilo” offers insights into the collection of folk costumes from the Plzeň region and the farming practices of earlier generations. Selected agricultural machines are also on display in the park around the castle buildings. Together, they offer different perspectives on life in the past: the exhibition covers folk costumes and agriculture, while the machines in the park show a specific part of agricultural working life.

Hiking and cycling routes

A hiking route and a cycling route pass through Újezd nade Mží. The two routes suit different ways of getting around and offer another possible focus for planning, alongside the activities at Zámecký statek. Check the route details before setting out so that your plans match the intended route.

Getting there and finding accommodation

Újezd nade Mží can be reached by bus or private transport. Check current connections before you leave. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can first consider what interests you most: are you drawn to the village’s written history and surviving fortress remains, are you interested in the exhibition and animals, or would you like to include the routes that pass through the village?

When planning, also take into account the different visitor arrangements: the castle park is open to the public, Zámecký statek has seasonal opening hours, and the “Jak se dříve žilo” exhibition is open year-round. This lets you choose the activities that interest you and check Zámecký statek’s visiting hours in advance.

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