For a trip to Bukov, the Church of St James the Greater (Kostel sv. Jakuba Většího) offers a concrete starting point for exploring the village’s history. It dates from around the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries. Other dated details belong to later centuries. By distinguishing between the building’s history, its furnishings and memorials, you can see that the dates each refer to different points of reference.

The church and dated evidence

The church’s chancel is Gothic. Baroque statues of Saint Barbara and Saint Catherine stand on either side of the altar. This makes it possible to consider the architectural design and furnishings as distinct aspects. The chancel also contains the tombstone of Jan Radešínský, who died in 1603. This year marks his death, not the date when the church was built.

Three bells hang in the tower; the largest dates from 1530. The years therefore refer to individual objects or people: 1530 to the largest bell, and 1603 to Radešínský’s year of death. This allows the historical references to be placed in chronological context without reducing them to a single date for the church.

The Bukovský kámen belongs to a different commemorative context: it was incorporated into the memorial to those who fell in the First World War in 1926. This year, too, refers to a specific event—the installation of the stone—and not to the construction of the church.

The ruins of Lísek Castle in the wider surrounding area

The ruins of Lísek Castle are located in the wider region surrounding Bukov. The castle was also formerly known as Bukovec or Lejsek. It was probably built in the second half of the 13th century. The surviving remains include part of a large round Late Romanesque tower, as well as foundations and wall remnants of residential and utility buildings.

The remains of the Late Romanesque tower and the church’s Gothic chancel represent different architectural traditions. Together with the names Bukovec and Lejsek, this context helps present the castle as a distinct historical point of interest in the wider surrounding area. Its construction date remains an estimate.

Cycling route and bus

The “Zubří Trails – 5. For Uranium” cycling route passes the ruins of Bukov/Lísek Castle and goes through Bukov. If you use the route description to plan a ride, check the current trail conditions: route descriptions may change.

Public bus route 841126 serves Bukov. The timetable is valid from 14 December 2025 to 12 December 2026. Check the timetable again before travelling so you can plan your journey using the connections available on your travel date.

Community life: current activities and past events

In addition to its firefighting duties, SDH Bukov is currently involved in cultural and sporting activities and work with children. Its organised events include sports afternoons, St Nicholas celebrations, carnival events and Christmas parties for children. Activities may vary; check local announcements before your trip.

In the past, SDH Bukov organised dances, church fairs and balls. Its members also founded a local amateur theatre group. These earlier activities took place alongside the association’s current work at different times, adding a historical chapter to the picture of local cultural life.

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