Hronské Kľačany: Churches, Markets and Cycling Region

The local religious history of Hronské Kľačany begins with the first chapel, built in 1764 at the present-day cemetery. The original old church was built on this site in 1784; it had no tower or bells and was dedicated to Saints Philip and James. The bell tower at the local cemetery was ceremonially unveiled on 7 July 2013. The bell in this bell tower is dedicated to Saints Philip and James.

Culture

The Chapel of the Virgin Mary on Krížny vrch was built in 1913–1914 on the initiative of chaplain Imrich Jonáš, using funds from local winegrowers and residents of Podlužany and Hronské Kľačany. The chapel contains a small stone altar and a Baroque-style statue of the Mother of God holding the dead Jesus, taken down from the cross, in her arms.

The Church of the Divine Heart of Jesus in Hronské Kľačany was built in 1930–1932 as a single-nave church with a presbytery and a three-storey tower on the right side of the façade. It is in good condition and serves its religious purpose. Another monument in Hronské Kľačany was ceremonially unveiled on 7 July 2002; it was created by the academic sculptor Stanislav Mikuš.

The Hron folklore group is also part of the local cultural history: it performed in Krakovany and Piešťany in 1975, in Myjava in 1976, and at Fašiangy.

Landscape

The Perec drainage canal, locally known as Kompa, was built in the immediate vicinity of Hronské Kľačany in 1634. An old mill was restored at the drainage canal in the same year. There is a public fire pit at the water facility behind the school grounds.

Local Life

The Hodový jarmok takes place annually in June in Hronské Kľačany, including in the area around the mill. Farmers’ markets are scheduled to take place at the Hronské Kľačany cultural centre in March. The market squares of Hronské Kľačany are intended to host traditional craft demonstrations as well as catering, restaurant services, fast-food outlets and refreshments.

Region

Together with Levice and Starý Tekov, Hronské Kľačany is a founding member of the Tekovsko-hontiansky cycling region. One of the aims of this association is to develop a cycling route connecting all participating municipalities.

Getting There

Hronské Kľačany has a railway stop called Hronské Kľačany.

When comparing hotel offers for Hronské Kľačany, carefully review the respective offer page before booking. Check the exact location, the stated type of accommodation and the possible occupancy there. Also pay attention to which services are included and which price components make up the total amount. Booking and cancellation conditions are also among the factors that determine the comparison of an offer. In the booking section, you can view or compare offers.

Other places: Šarovce, Čajkov, Želiezovce, Tupá, Iňa, Malé Ludince, Jabloňovce, Žemberovce.

To the overview of the wider travel region: Levice.