Kejnice: Hotels and Accommodation

Kejnice is considered part of the Šumava, which is designated as a protected landscape area. The Otava River flows near Kejnice; the river has always been one of the reasons for settlement in the region. The surroundings of Kejnice in the Bavorovská pahorkatina offer wide views of the Šumava mountains and the inland areas.

History

The original wooden settlement associated with Kejnice was located on Stráž Mountain, southeast of the present-day municipality. Clearly recognizable remains of terraced fields were discovered on Stráž; medieval and early modern pottery fragments were found along a watercourse.

The history of Kejnice is associated with a donation charter dated to 1045, according to which the village was donated to Břevnov Monastery; the charter is now considered a forgery. After Frymburk Castle was destroyed in 1417, Kejnice was assigned to Rabí Castle. The castle is located in the vicinity of Kejnice, about ten kilometers away, and is described as the largest castle ruin complex in Bohemia.

Culture

The Marian pilgrimage in Kejnice was resumed in 1939 and has been celebrated annually ever since. The Chapel of the Virgin Mary with a memorial cross in Kejnice is registered as an immovable cultural monument. Inside the Chapel of the Virgin Mary are a folk Baroque altar and niches containing statues of Saint Sebastian and a bishop.

Surroundings

The Kejnické ponds are mentioned as destinations for excursions in the surrounding area and as places for walks.

More local pages: Chanovice, Pačejov, Běhařov, Čímice, Velké Hydčice, Malý Bor, Slatina, Annín.

For the higher-level travel overview: Klatovy District.