On the village square in Petrůvky, there is a stone cross and a memorial to those who fell in the First World War. At the entrance to the village from the direction of Třebíč lies the larger municipal pond, Horní rybník; there are also wetlands that provide refuge and water for many woodland animals and other living creatures. This brings together clearly identified memorial sites and a range of nature-related features. When planning a stay, you can decide whether you are more interested in local history, the pond’s uses or the possibility of observing wildlife.
Horní rybník and the wetlands
The larger municipal pond, Horní rybník, is at the entrance to Petrůvky from the direction of Třebíč. Since its extensive reconstruction in 2008, it has been used for fish farming and recreation. Amphibians, grass snakes, dragonflies, mallards and songbirds can be observed at Horní rybník. The range includes amphibians and reptiles, insects and various groups of birds. However, individual sightings are not guaranteed; if you are visiting specifically to see a particular species, treat sightings as a possibility rather than a fixed part of your itinerary.
The wetlands of Petrůvky offer a different natural feature: they provide refuge and a water source for many woodland animals and other living creatures. While the focus at Horní rybník is on its uses and the possibility of wildlife sightings, the wetlands are described in terms of their importance as a refuge and water source. Before making specific plans at Horní rybník, please check any access rules on site.
Village square: Memorial and stone cross
The memorial to those who fell in the First World War was erected in 1917. It is a granite monument on a sandstone plinth and stands at the crossroads by the volunteer fire brigade on the village square. The materials belong to different parts of the structure: granite forms the monument, while sandstone forms the plinth. Thus, alongside the reason for its creation, the structure itself offers a concrete way to understand this memorial. A stone cross also stands on the village square. The cross and the war memorial therefore offer two distinct historical points of reference in the same square; the memorial also has a specific occasion, year of construction and material composition.
Local history and Masopust
From 1519 to 1846, Petrůvky belonged to the municipal hospital in Třebíč. This historical connection adds a distinct point of reference in time to the memorials on the village square. The dates provide a clear timeframe and distinguish this connection from later local features, such as the war memorial erected in 1917.
A glimpse of festival culture tied to a particular year comes from the 2025 Masopust procession: participants were served snacks, open-faced sandwiches, platters of food, schnitzels, savoury and sweet strudels, cakes, doughnuts, spirits and other foods at the houses. The food may vary from year to year; this selection is specific to the 2025 event. If you are interested in festival culture, the year is therefore important context.
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