In the heart of Šitbořice lies Hradisko, a low hill with archaeological traces. The village is located where the Dyjskosvratecký úval meets the foothills of the Ždánický les; steep hills and narrow ravines shape the surrounding landscape. Alongside its cultural attractions, the village is known for cycle ball, village customs and two cycling routes. Šitbořice thus brings together local history, landscape and recurring events.
Hradisko and the Church
The significant archaeological site of Hradisko preserves the remains of a fortification probably dating from the Middle Ages: a central hill, a moat and an inner rampart have survived. The circular shape of the hill is reminiscent of a Celtic fortification; according to legend, a small castle once stood there. Several archaeological finds have also been made here. The remains, finds and legend offer different ways to explore local history, while the medieval dating remains probable.
The single-nave Church of St Nicholas (Kostel svatého Mikuláše) is Neo-Romanesque and was built between 1910 and 1913 on the site of an original medieval church. Šitbořice therefore brings together buildings from different periods: Hradisko is associated with the remains of a fortification probably dating from the Middle Ages, while the church is an early 20th-century building with a medieval predecessor.
Landscape and Cycling Routes
The village’s location where the Dyjskosvratecký úval meets the foothills of the Ždánický les gives it a distinctive landscape setting. Steep hills and narrow ravines shape the surroundings. Cycling is also closely connected with Šitbořice: the Velkopavlovická vinařská cyklostezka and the Šaratice–Šitbořice cycling route (No. 5114) pass through the village. The route names can help with planning: the first refers to wine in its name, while the second names Šaratice and Šitbořice.
Cycle Ball and Village Traditions
Cycle ball provides a recurring sporting occasion for a visit. TJ Sokol Šitbořice and the municipality hold the TURNAJ MISTRŮ SVĚTA tournament every February. International cycle ball tournaments have been held regularly in Šitbořice since 1988. If you would like to plan your trip around the tournament, check the specific event date in advance.
The tradition of Stavění máje (Maypole Raising) is observed at the end of April. A procession carries the maypole through the village to the Sokolovna, where it is raised together; a dance at the Sokolovna is then part of the custom. During Svatováclavské hody (St Wenceslas Feast), a procession in traditional costumes also makes its way to the Sokolovna, followed by a dance celebration there. Both customs share the same venue but differ in their proceedings: one involves raising the maypole together, while the other features a procession in traditional costumes and a dance celebration. If you would like to visit for a particular custom, check the date in advance.
Štengar and Getting There
The mineral water Štengar has an H₂S concentration of 5.50 to 9.50 mg/l. Therapeutic baths have been established in the renovated Orlovna community hall. If these treatments are important to your travel plans, check in advance whether they are available.
From Brno, take road II/380 towards Hodonín. After the village of Těšany, turn right; the turn-off is about 25 kilometres from Brno. Check the current route before setting off, as road conditions may change.
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