Visitors considering a stay in Plandry can choose from a range of interests: Baroque pilgrimage architecture, mining history, hiking and horse riding. Particularly specific points of interest include the construction history of the Chapel of St John of Nepomuk, a 35.5-kilometre route rated very challenging, and the activities offered by Zámecká stáj Plandry. These topics require different kinds of planning: access to the chapel is subject to certain conditions, while up-to-date information is important for the route and horse-riding activities.
Pilgrimage architecture in Plandry
Plandry is home to a Baroque pilgrimage complex with the Chapel of St John of Nepomuk. It was built between 1735 and 1739. The complex follows the symbolic ground plan of a Star of St John: the square chapel stands at the centre, surrounded by an enclosing wall with five niche chapels. The construction period and ground plan provide two specific points of reference for considering the complex both as a building and as a pilgrimage site.
The chapel is open during the pilgrimage; organised groups can visit by prior telephone arrangement. If the chapel is a reason for your trip, plan your visit in accordance with these conditions and check whether access is possible before you arrive.
Traces of medieval silver mining
Together with the mining and smelting site, the Rantířovsko-starohorský mining water channel is significant evidence of medieval silver ore extraction and processing. In the landscape, the channel appears as a simple ditch running along the slope of the Jihlava valley.
A smelting site and a settlement of miners and ore processors were located in the valley of the Bělokamenský stream. A short section of the streambed, about 10–15 metres long, has visible metallurgical slag. This points to smelting furnaces powered by waterwheels. Visibility may vary depending on local conditions. The information about the valley, settlement and slag describes different aspects of mining and processing activities at the time.
Hiking route and nature in the surrounding area
The 35.5-kilometre Okrouhlík–Rantířov–Hornická educational trail passes through Plandry. It is rated very challenging and has 515 metres of elevation gain. Its length, rating and elevation gain indicate the scope of the hike; it is a substantial planning commitment in its own right, not a short walk. Check the latest route information and conditions before setting out.
As a separate natural attraction, Zaječí skok Nature Reserve lies between Plandry and Rantířov. Its features include thermophilous vegetation. If you are planning to visit the reserve, check the current conditions and access rules in advance.
Horse riding and Dýňobraní
Zámecká stáj Plandry offers English riding, riding lessons for adult beginners and advanced riders, trail rides, a riding school and a pony school. The lessons specifically mentioned are for adults; the other activities cover different forms of horse riding. Check bookings and availability before your trip.
The Dýňobraní pumpkin harvest festival is traditionally held at Zámecká stáj Plandry. If you would like to combine your trip with the festival, check the event dates and whether it is going ahead before you travel.
Discover more destinations: Olšany, Hodice, Svojkovice, Ježená, Kněžice, Bílý Kámen, Brtnice, Mysliboř.
For the wider travel overview: Jihlava District.
