Vojslavice brings together several distinct points of interest for a stay focused on cultural history: the village square with its church and rural farmsteads, the remains of a fortress south of the built-up area, and the two-level Vojslavický Bridge. The themes range from the architectural history of the village square and archaeological landforms to a structure that still serves a road traffic function today. What makes the contrast especially interesting is that sacred and rural architecture take centre stage in the village, while the fortress and bridge offer landscape and technical perspectives.

Village Square: Church and Rural Architectural History

The Baroque Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary stands in the central part of the village square. It includes a cemetery and the former rectory. J. Santini remodelled the building between 1721 and 1723. From the 1720s onwards, Vojslavice was known for Marian pilgrimages, which were associated above all with a small statue that worshippers called “Uzdravení nemocných” (“Healing of the Sick”). The square thus brings together the church’s architectural history and an older religious tradition.

The farmsteads around the village square also tell the story of rural architecture. In the northwestern part of the square, a Neoclassical rural folk farmstead with an extensive farmyard was built in 1841. In the western part is a Neoclassical rural farmstead dating from 1842, which forms a valuable urban-planning element of the built environment. The two structures were built just one year apart, but each has a different distinguishing feature: one is notable for its extensive farmyard, while the other plays a role in shaping the village’s appearance. The rural architecture thus complements the square’s sacred associations.

Remains of the Fortress in the Woods

The remains of Vojslavice Fortress lie about 150 metres south of the built-up area, in woodland on a rocky promontory. An earthen rampart and a wide ditch separate the remains from the surrounding area, making the fortification’s layout visible in the terrain. Unlike the village square, the impression here is shaped by the location and earthworks. The route to the fortress site starts at the southwestern edge of the village square, follows a sunken lane, then runs along the edge of a field to the woods. Check the condition of the path before your visit, as conditions along the field edge can change.

The Želivka and the Vojslavický Bridge

Vojslavice lies on the right bank of the Želivka. Near Humpolec, the two-level Vojslavický Bridge spans the river valley in the Vysočina Region. The lower arch bridge was built between 1939 and 1950; today, a Class III road runs across it, connecting Vojslavice and Hořice. From the lower level, there is a view of the Švihov Reservoir when visibility is good. The bridge offers a chance to consider several different aspects: its two-level design, its current role in connecting the two municipalities, and the view of the reservoir.

There are several themes to choose from when planning your visit: the village square focuses on sacred and rural architecture, while the fortress offers a look at historic fortifications in the woods. The Vojslavický Bridge adds its own technical and landscape interest. You can shape your stay around whichever of these perspectives interests you most.

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For the broader travel overview: Pelhřimov District.