Drevníky between village history and nature

Drevníky invites you to discover village history and the landscape together. The Chapel of St. Wenceslas, a stone memorial, archaeological traces and a tourist route offer different ways to explore the area. The surrounding forests and Slapy Reservoir add to the appeal. Drevníky lies about 3 km west of the reservoir. When planning your trip, you can focus on the village’s history, a route through the municipal area, or excursions to the water.

Early traces and first mention

The first written mention of Drevníky dates from 1348. At the time, the village was recorded under the historical form “Dřevník” in the archiepiscopal estate of Příbram. Archaeological finds reach much further back: they show that Drevníky was a settlement and colonisation centre of the Knovíz culture in the 6th century BC. The two dates tell different chapters of the village’s history. The year 1348 provides a written point of reference, while the finds attest to a much earlier settlement. Those interested in history can thus distinguish medieval records from early traces of settlement.

Chapel and remembrance

The Chapel of St. Wenceslas is located in Drevníky. Regular services are not held there; please check locally for information about special services. Right next to the chapel stands a stone memorial to the soldiers from Drevníky and Slovanská Lhota who fell in the First World War. The two structures have different purposes: the chapel is dedicated to St. Wenceslas, while the memorial commemorates those who fell from the two named communities. Together, they provide a tangible connection to both religious tradition and remembrance of the war in the village’s history.

Route, reservoir and landscape

The Hříměždice–Homole–Hranice–Strž tourist route passes through the municipal area of Drevníky. If you include it in your plans, check the current waymarking before setting out. For a day focused on the water, Slapy Reservoir lies about 3 km west of Drevníky. Around the reservoir, you’ll find swimming spots, water sports, beach relaxation, viewpoints and boat trips. These activities differ from the historical points of interest in the village and the route through the municipal area. Check current access and facilities at the reservoir before your visit.

The Lípa u Bandora memorial tree is located near Drevníky, with seating nearby and views of the rural landscape. A memorial tree also stands in Drevníky’s village square. There are also nearby forests, known as a popular mushroom-picking destination. Both the landscape views and the forests are nature-related attractions to consider when planning your trip.

Choose accommodation based on your destinations

When looking for hotels, it helps to decide first what you want to focus on. The chapel, memorial and village history are all in Drevníky; the tourist route passes through the municipal area. The waterside leisure activities, on the other hand, are at Slapy Reservoir, about 3 km to the west. So check where accommodation is located in relation to the destinations that matter to you.

Discover more destinations: Borotice, Hlubyně, Radětice, Podlesí, Smolotely, Tochovice, Malá Hrastice, Kotenčice.

For the broader travel overview: Příbram District.