Libčany: Hotels and Accommodation

Libčany combines an important historic monument, traces of prehistoric settlement, and several ponds serving different purposes. The Church of the Assumption of Our Lady was founded in the Romanesque style at the beginning of the 13th century and rebuilt around the turn of the 15th and 16th centuries. Today, it is an important historic monument in Libčany.

Culture and History

Grave burials of the Únětice culture provide evidence of prehistoric settlement in the landscape around Libčany. The Turyně fortress once stood in the centre of the village on an island in a pond; it served as the seat of the Lords of Libčany. A second fortress was built on the site where Libčany Castle later stood; today, the elementary school is located there. Around the middle of the 16th century, the fortress fell into disrepair, and a single-storey Renaissance chateau was later built in its place.

More recent cultural events are also part of the village’s history: Libčany celebrated the 50th anniversary of the puppet theatre showcase “O cenu Matěje Kopeckého”.

Ponds and Trails

At 4,000 m², Brigádník Pond is the largest of Libčany’s ponds. Kočár Pond, also known as the outdoor swimming pool, covers approximately 3,300 m² and is located near the centre of Libčany. When the ice is thick enough, it is used by skaters of all generations and skill levels. The educational trail “Journey into the Past of Libčany and Hvozdnice” also begins at Kočár Pond.

Other bodies of water have a clearly defined character: Turyň Pond is located on private property and is not open to the public. The pond in Tovární Park is mainly used for recreation and has a wooden footbridge over the water.

Local Traditions

The regular draining of Kočár Pond includes the sale of fish and fish specialities. The Spolek Brigádník association organises traditional pond-draining events in Libčany.

Forest Spring

Libušina studánka is a spring in the forest between Libčany and Hřibsko. A local tradition associating it with healing water has developed around it.

Other Places

Open more places in the catalogue here: Kratonohy, Petrovice U Nového Bydzova, Obědovice, Káranice, Osičky, Lochenice, Černožice, Mlékosrby.

For the overview of the wider area: Hradec Králové District.