Otradov: Hotels and Accommodation

Otradov is located in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, on sloping terrain in the valley of the Krounka Stream, at an elevation of 520 m. The Krounka Stream flows through the village.

Church and History

Otradov is home to the filial Church of St. Bartholomew, which belongs to the Krouna parish. The church grounds include a church and a cemetery. The church was built in 1349, originally made of wood, and rebuilt after a fire. In a historical ecclesiastical record, Otradov was referred to as “Grunaw inferior”.

Cultural Monuments and Villagescape

The cultural monuments in Otradov include Blažkův mlýn and a nearby barn. The historic Blažkův mlýn mill has been a protected cultural monument since 1958. It has almost completely preserved equipment, including surviving remains of the waterwheel and millrace. Traditional half-timbered farmsteads with characteristic elements of the local folk architecture have been preserved on the slope along the stream.

Hiking and Cycling Routes

The red-marked hiking trail leads to Otradov and then follows the Krounka River for more than 10 km. Údolí Krounky (Šilinkův důl) is a moderately difficult hiking route. A cycling route is also marked in Otradov.

Accessibility and Village Life

Otradov can be reached by bus or train via the Krouna stop, approximately 1 km away. The Otradov Volunteer Fire Brigade organizes firefighting sport competitions at the village’s multi-purpose sports grounds.

Other Places

Other places at the same local administrative level: Miřetice U Nasavrk, Bestvina, Leštinka, Trojovice, Kladno, Čankovice, Vcelakov, Premilov

To the higher-level travel overview: Chrudim District.