Lhota Pod Radčem lies below the Radeč Massif, part of the Brdy range, and below the 654-metre-high Čihátko hill. The Radeč climbing area is located above the village. The landscape, local history and climbing provide three concrete starting points for planning your trip: you can reach the Radeč climbing area via the red-marked hiking trail and a forest road; the church and former settlement are historical points of interest.
Landscape and regional natural environment
The Lhota forest district is also connected to two protected areas: most of it lies within Radeč Nature Park, while a smaller northern section extends into the Křivoklátsko Protected Landscape Area. If you are planning a visit to either protected area, check the boundaries and access rules in advance.
Traces of local history
The first written mention of Lhota Pod Radčem dates to 1352. The settlement of “Malá Lhota” was established in the 14th century; only one mill has survived from it to this day. These two details refer to different historical points of reference: 1352 is the first written mention of the village, while the 14th century is when Malá Lhota was established. A written date and a surviving remnant of the former settlement thus stand side by side.
The present-day Church of St. James and Philip was built in the 18th century and is designated an immovable cultural monument. This is distinct from Lhota Pod Radčem’s designation as a village heritage zone, which came into force on 1 January 2005. The historical context therefore has two different scales: the church as an individual monument and the village as a heritage zone.
Radeč climbing area
The Radeč climbing area above Lhota Pod Radčem includes numerous boulders and several climbing routes. Bouldering and climbing routes are two different options within the same area. Start your approach to the climbing area at the car park by the football pitch. From there, follow the red-marked hiking trail for about 400 metres, then continue along a forest road for about 900 metres to the base of the prominent overhang at the start of the rock formations. The longer section is along the forest road; both distances are approximate. Check access conditions and climbing restrictions before visiting.
Circular walk, amenities and transport
For a circular walk, the car park is next to a small shop just below the church. Parking arrangements may change, so check the situation before setting out.
The village has two pubs, a grocery shop and several other small shops. If you depend on a particular service, check in advance that it will be available during your trip. The Zbiroh–Rokycany–Plzeň and Zbiroh–Rokycany bus routes serve the municipality. One route is listed as going as far as Plzeň, while the other is described as connecting Zbiroh and Rokycany. Check the timetable and operator before travelling, as both may change.
Discover more destinations: Přívětice, Všenice, Radnice, Mlečice, Drahoňův Újezd, Březina U Rokycan, Kornatice, Zvikovec.
Go to the overview of the wider area: Rokycany District.
