Racková combines a valley and woodland setting with views of the surrounding landscape, local traditions, and a specific connection to cycling. When choosing a holiday apartment, it is useful to consider these features separately: the landscape shapes the character of the place, cultural events add their own dates to the calendar, and a bus route connects Racková with three other named places.
Valley, woodland, and landscape
Racková lies in a valley below a forest of the same name. The village is also situated where the Hostýnské vrchy meet the Vizovické vrchy, and offers views of the surrounding landscape. This gives visitors landmarks ranging from the valley by the village and the forest to the two mountain ranges. If you take the landscape into account when choosing a destination, you get a clear picture of what makes Racková distinctive: its location between these ranges and views of the surroundings. This perspective complements the local events without making them the sole reason to choose the village.
A medieval landmark nearby
There is also a specific historical landmark to consider. Nearby, between Racková and Žeranovice in the Hrádek field, lies Hrádek, a well-preserved remnant of a fortified medieval manor that is clearly visible in the terrain. As a remnant, it offers a different kind of discovery from the village’s living traditions. The site is between the two villages, not in Racková itself. For travelers interested in historical traces alongside the landscape and local culture, Hrádek adds a specific medieval element to the mix.
Traditions and event dates
Racková’s traditions add different dates to the calendar. The revived Hanácké právo takes place approximately every ten years, while the Racková Volunteer Fire Brigade holds a firefighting sports competition every year. Vodění medvěda is also one of the village’s traditional cultural events. If you plan to travel specifically for a festival, check the exact event date before booking; the approximate ten-year interval for Hanácké právo is only a rough guide.
During Starý hanácký právo, a procession through the village with stops at individual houses is part of the tradition. There, residents’ humorous misdeeds are recounted; the accusations avoid personal attacks or insults. This gives the tradition a different character from firefighting sports: the focus is on lighthearted accusations during a village procession, not a sporting competition.
Cycling and getting there
Racková’s connection to cycling is reflected in the Tour de Žídelná: Racková was the destination for one edition. For travel, bus route 153 connects Zlín, Racková, Žeranovice, and Holešov. The timetable shown is valid from June 14 to December 12, 2026; check the timetable for your specific travel date.
Discover more destinations: Lukoveček, Vlčková, Dešná, Hostišová, Sazovice, Podhradí U Luhačovic, Podkopná Lhota, Doubravy.
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