Šenov: Hotels and Accommodation

The Church of Divine Providence in Šenov is often called the “Pearl of Silesia”. It was built in 1764 and is listed as a protected cultural monument under registration number ÚSKP 37271/8-720. It has been protected since 3 May 1958. The entrance is on the east side; inside are four bas-reliefs of the former owners of the Šenov estate.

Culture

The Mission Cross (“Kříž Misijní”) from 1928 stands beside the church. The cross at the crossroads to Datyně (“Kříž na rozcestí k Datyním”) dates from 1864 and is attributed to Franz Blažek.

The Šenov Museum documents the history of Šenov and its surroundings. A permanent exhibition is housed in the Old School building. The “Stodola” of the Šenov Museum displays tools, equipment, implements and aids that earlier generations needed and used.

Nature

The Château Park in Šenov covers approximately 3 hectares. Since 1999, it has been a cultural monument because of its historical and dendrological value. The park is home to 53 species of trees and woody plants.

Volenský rybník is the largest pond in Šenov. It provides suitable conditions for aquatic and wetland organisms, including birds, amphibians and invertebrates. Gull colonies regularly nest on the island.

Things to Do

The Šenov Educational Trail begins and ends at Radniční náměstí. An information board with a map of the entire route is located there and helps visitors find their way.

Other Destination Pages

Other destination pages: Dolní Lhota, Ostrava, Vřesina, Zbyslavice, Olbramice, Čavisov, Klimkovice, Vratimov

To the higher-level travel overview: Ostrava-Město District.