Trnovany combines an early documented history with traces of an old market road and an agricultural past. In the north, it also has a protected natural area.

Landscape in the North

The northern half of Trnovany lies within the CHKO České středohoří Protected Landscape Area. There, woodland-steppe to steppe communities are designated as protected natural assets; the area is classified as Zone IV. The protected-area designation applies to the northern half, not to all of Trnovany. In the wider regional context, the area crossed by the Litoměřicko Wine Route is one of the richest in natural features and most attractive to tourists within the CHKO České středohoří.

History and Agriculture

Trnovany is first documented in a charter from 1057, which confirms the founding of the Chapter of St. Stephen in Litoměřice. The earliest known reference to the village is therefore linked to a religious event in the town. Another historical connection is the old market road that ran through the valley between Trnovany and Podviní, leading from Litoměřice to Úštěk. Litoměřice thus appears in two distinct roles: as the location of the chapter mentioned in the charter and as the starting point of the market road to Úštěk. Podviní, as a village in the valley, is also part of this history of the route.

The fortress in Trnovany was burned down during the Thirty Years’ War; the former fortress was demolished around 1797. A fire in 1808 destroyed the last surviving parts of the former manor farm. The fire and the later demolition were therefore separate events; the 1808 fire affected the manor farm.

Historically, wine, fruit, hops and lentils were grown in Trnovany. The range of crops grown in the past was therefore broader than wine alone; a local vineyard gave its name to Pražská zahrada. Several rural buildings with timber-framed upper floors have been preserved in Podviní. While the vineyard’s name recalls the agricultural past, the timber-framed upper floors add an architectural dimension.

Wine and Local Events

Wine is part of Trnovany’s story both historically and through local events. Trnovanské Vinobraní is a regular local harvest festival where wines and Burčák from local vineyards, including those in Trnovany, are sampled. Vítání léta is also held regularly as a local event. If you are planning your trip around a festival, check the specific event date in advance.

Points of Reference for Finding Accommodation

Two geographical points of reference can help you choose accommodation: Road I/15 runs through Trnovany and connects Litoměřice with Česká Lípa; the Litoměřická Wine Route passes through Litoměřice, around four kilometres from Trnovany. If the wine route is central to your stay, include the town in your plans; if you are focusing on Trnovany, the village’s history, local events and northern natural area take centre stage.

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