Žerčice – History and Vibrant Village Culture

The local history of Žerčice is recorded in twelve municipal chronicles, including one dating from 27 October 1748. The annual carnival procession organized by TJ Žerčice and the fire sport competition Memoriál Josefa Hůlky, held since 2013, give the village a cultural framework that extends beyond historical dates. The village square, public green space, and the small-scale architecture of Žerčice convey the atmosphere of a historic settlement. Those planning a trip to Žerčice can combine history, ecclesiastical architecture, local club activities, and an archaeological site here.

Local History from 1070 to the Present

Žerčice is already documented in 1070 in the Chronicle of Cosmas. It mentions the consecration of a church at the new Žerčiněves estate. The written history of the village therefore stretches far back. A particularly vivid addition is provided by twelve municipal chronicles recording the history and lives of the inhabitants of Žerčice.

Among these chronicles is an extraordinary document dated 27 October 1748. It was written on parchment in Schwabacher script and is considered the oldest chronicle in the Mladá Boleslav area. For visitors interested in cultural history, this record makes it clear that the village’s history has been preserved not only in buildings but also in the written memories of the community.

St. Nicholas Church and Its Historic Surroundings

St. Nicholas Church has been documented as a parish church since 1384; at that time, it was still made of wood. Its present stone form was built in 1731, and the church was consecrated on 25 November. The protected complex also includes the enclosure of the former cemetery with its gate, a cast-iron cross, and a gravestone.

An important historical figure is also connected with Žerčice: the Baroque composer Samuel Capricornus was born here on 21 December 1628. St. Nicholas Church, the chronicles, and Samuel Capricornus thus represent three different historical perspectives: architectural history, written records, and music history.

Woodland Landscape and Getting There

Northwest of Žerčice, in a forest, lies the Žerčické mohyly archaeological site. It consists of two large burial mounds from prehistoric or early medieval times. The site broadens the view beyond the visible buildings of the village to an older history of the landscape.

For travel by public transport, PID bus route 463 is relevant. It serves the Žerčice and Žerčice, pod Kobylnicí stops. When choosing accommodation in Žerčice, you should check its location independently; the route number alone provides no information about travel times or connections.

Choosing Žerčice as a Destination

Depending on your interests, local festivals, the municipality’s long history, St. Nicholas Church, the chronicles, Samuel Capricornus, or the archaeological site may take center stage.

If you would like to broaden your search beyond Žerčice, on the same higher-level page you will also find Chudíř, Branzez, Veselice, Boseň, Dobrovice, Chotětov, Zdětín and Bezno.

To the higher-level travel overview: Mladá Boleslav District.