Right next to the castle stands the 12th-century Romanesque-Gothic Church of St Peter and Paul. You can also discover Dalešice through its Baroque architecture, brewing history and Masopust traditions; a cycling route around the Dalešice Reservoir offers a different focus. The themes also differ in terms of planning: buildings and biographical traces tell the story of the town, while a tour, tasting, procession and cycling route each come with their own requirements or dates.

Castle, Church and Chapel

The castle in Dalešice is a single-storey Baroque building, and its striking entrance gate is a distinctive architectural detail. The Church of St Peter and Paul, next to the castle, dates back to the 12th century and is Romanesque-Gothic. The Chapel of the Holy Cross stands in the cemetery. It was built in 1708 and is in the Empire style. The church and chapel can be placed in context by their dates, while the castle stands out for its Baroque, single-storey design. The three buildings offer different starting points for exploring Dalešice’s architectural history and show that the town cannot be reduced to a single style.

Vítězslav Nezval and Masopust

Vítězslav Nezval is also connected with Dalešice. A bronze bust of the poet stands in front of the primary school. Nezval spent several years staying with his parents in Dalešice during holidays and breaks from his studies; his father was headmaster there for ten years. This places the bust in a specific biographical relationship with the town. Anyone interested in literary history will find a different perspective on Dalešice here than at the castle, church and chapel.

The traditional masked procession at Masopust is part of local customs. It has continued to the present day, with a few short interruptions, and is organised by the local volunteer fire brigade association. Unlike the buildings or the bust, the procession is an event with a specific date to take into account when planning your trip. If you would like to plan your trip around it, check the event dates in advance.

Brewery Tour and Tasting

The Dalešice Brewery offers a multimedia tour of its historic section. It covers the brewery’s history and the production of beer using steam power. At the Dalešice Brewery Museum, beer is tasted right in the cellar. As visiting arrangements may change, check the latest information for your preferred date before your trip.

Cycling Route and Excursion Boat

Cyclists can take a 51 km route around the Dalešice Reservoir that passes through Dalešice. After 42 km, it reaches the signpost at the reservoir dam. The figures refer to different distances: 51 km is the length of the entire route, while 42 km is the point at which the signpost is reached. This distinction helps you tell the marked point apart from the total route length when assessing the route. Route conditions and signage may change; check the route and directions before setting out.

Bicycles can be taken on board the Horácko excursion boat for a fee. Fees and carriage conditions may change; check them before your trip. It is also a good idea to check the current timetable when planning your schedule.

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For the regional travel overview: Okres Třebíč.