Staré Bříště: Hotels and accommodations

The protected area along the Jankovský stream has a clear conservation objective: a unique population of the endangered freshwater pearl mussel. It encompasses the stream and the valley floor over a length of approximately 13 kilometers.

Nature

Vilímek Pond is a quiet place without extensive recreational development. Waterfowl and other animals can be observed there.

Culture

At house number 29 in Staré Bříště stands a state-protected immovable cultural monument: a Boží muka wayside shrine. The stone structure is an octagonal pillar with a broader, hewn chapel dating from approximately the 17th century, and it is freely accessible.

The chapel on the village square in Staré Bříště was built in 1865. It has a small bell tower and a rectangular nave.

Traditions

Since 2004, there has been a gathering at the local chapel on Christmas Eve at night, featuring the singing of Christmas carols and a ceremonial address; this gave rise to a tradition. Another tradition is four Advent gatherings in the chapel, each held on the eve of one of the Advent Sundays.

The Starobříšťská pouť was established on the occasion of the feast of Saint John of Nepomuk; the local chapel is dedicated to him. On this occasion, delicacies prepared by local women and girls are offered. The Starobříšťská pouť included a solemn service as well as games for children and adults.

Trails

The Southern Circuit around Humpolec passes through Staré Bříště, continuing along the Vlčí hory landscape and the shore of Vlčehorský Pond in the direction of Lipovky.

More local pages: Zhořec, Pavlov U Rynárce, Rovná U Hořepníku, Bratřice, Ondřejov U Pelhřimova, Kaliště, Hojanovice, Dobrá Voda.

To the higher-level travel overview: Pelhřimov District.