For a trip to Volfířov, you can tailor your focus on culture, nature and activity around specific destinations and routes. The Church of St. Peter and Paul represents architectural history; the Evangelical Tolerance Complex in Velká Lhota brings together several religious buildings and a permanent exhibition on the Reformation. Olšina u Volfířova draws attention to a protected forest habitat. You could also consider an easy route for trekking and mountain bikes, as well as a hiking route with a bus recommendation for Velká Lhota. If you are looking for accommodation, choose the focus of your stay according to whether you are more interested in architecture, Reformation history, nature conservation or activity.
Church of St. Peter and Paul
The Church of St. Peter and Paul in Volfířov is an east-facing, single-nave building within the former cemetery precinct, which is surrounded by a wall. It was originally Early Gothic and dates from around 1300; the west façade and tower were built in 1767. The dates mark different phases: around 1300 for its Early Gothic origins, and 1767 for the construction of the west façade and tower. “Single-nave” describes the layout, with one main nave. The former cemetery precinct, surrounded by a wall, is also part of the architectural setting.
Evangelical Tolerance Complex in Velká Lhota
Velká Lhota is a district of Volfířov. Its Evangelical Tolerance Complex comprises two churches and two adjoining rectories; it is a state-protected monument. The complex includes a permanent exhibition entitled “Česká reformace v evropském kontextu” (The Bohemian Reformation in a European Context). The title refers to the Bohemian Reformation in its European context and gives the ensemble a clearly defined historical perspective. A nature trail meets the “Cesta valdenské a české reformace” (Waldensian and Czech Reformation Trail) at the Tolerance Complex. Its central section in the vicinity of Velká Lhota has already been marked and equipped with information boards. Check the signs on site before relying on the current route.
Olšina u Volfířova Nature Reserve
Olšina u Volfířova was first designated a protected area on 10 December 1987. Today, the area protects a spring-fed alder forest along a stream, an abundant population of spring snowflakes, and populations of rare animal and plant species associated with the pond ecosystem. The protected features thus include both a specifically named forest habitat and species whose living conditions are linked to the pond ecosystem. Those who choose nature conservation as their focus will find a different experience here than with churches or exhibition themes: the emphasis is on habitat and species’ ties to it.
Cycling and hiking routes
The Dačice–Volfířov route is easy and suitable for trekking and mountain bikes. For the hiking route described, it is recommended that you travel to Velká Lhota by bus. If you plan to follow this specific recommendation, check the timetable for your travel date. The Dačice–Volfířov route is an easy option for trekking and mountain bikes; for the hiking route, the practical planning question is the recommended bus journey to Velká Lhota.
Řečice Chateau
On the upper floor of Řečice Chateau is a former castle chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The chateau is not open to the public.
Discover more destinations: Kunžak, Třebětice U Dačic, Vlčetínec, Hospříz, Županovice U Dešné, Hrachoviste, Studená U Telče, Báňovice
For the broader travel overview: Jindřichův Hradec District.
