Libochovičky: Pond, Chapel and Village Tradition

Libochovičky lies on the edge of the protected Okořské údolí natural area. The pond, the Chapel of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary and the 2024 Masopust festival give this small village very different points of connection with nature, history and village life.

Libochovičky at a glance

• Nature: Libochovičky lies on the edge of the protected Okořské údolí natural area.
• Pond: The municipality operates the Libochovičský pivoautomat at the jetty.
• Chapel: The Chapel of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary was built in 1898 and consecrated on September 18 of the same year.
• Masopust: The third edition took place on February 17, 2024.
• Nearby: Budeč has a preserved little church with a rotunda built around 895.

Nature and local routes

Its location on the edge of the protected Okořské údolí natural area gives Libochovičky a strong connection with nature. A route description published in 2011 also mentions a footpath that starts before the Dřetovický Viaduct and passes through Kováry. From Zákolany and Kováry, walkers can follow this route towards Okoř, Libochovičky and Dřetovice, away from the road and without unnecessary climbs. If you include the route in your plans, check its condition before setting out; the description dates from 2011.

Pond, drinks dispenser and sculpture

Two very different local features come together at the pond. The municipality operates the Libochovičský pivoautomat at a jetty over the water. In exchange for coins, you can pour draft lemonade or non-alcoholic beer there. If you want to use the dispenser, remember to bring coins.

A post dated March 5, 2018, also described a freely accessible, life-size sculpture of a naked water creature with a fishing net on the pond’s shore. This unusual motif creates a surprising contrast with the chapel and the village’s historical themes. If you specifically want to see the sculpture, confirm in advance that it is still there.

The chapel and its timeline

The Chapel of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary stands in the center of Libochovičky, at the intersection of two roads that run through the village. It was built in 1898 and consecrated on September 18, 1898. In 1907, the cracked bell was replaced with a new one; the chapel was consecrated again that same year. The dates distinguish the original construction and consecration from the later bell replacement and renewed consecration.

Nearby stands the preserved little church on Budeč. Its rotunda was built around 895, making it a significantly older historical landmark than the chapel dating from 1898. The construction dates of both buildings give your visit a historical perspective without conflating periods from the distant past with those of the village itself.

Masopust on a specific date

The third edition of the Libochovičský Masopust took place on February 17, 2024; it included a masked procession through the village. The celebrations continued afterward at the jetty or by the municipal office. This information refers to the 2024 festival. If you want to travel specifically for a Masopust festival, check the date for your preferred period.

Finding accommodation: check the location

Chata.cz’s accommodation listing for Libochovičky does not show any rental property directly in the municipality and instead points to accommodation within a 30 km radius. The exact location matters when searching: a listing within the stated radius is not necessarily in the village itself. As listings can change, check the current selection and the details for your travel dates.

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FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Libochovičky

Is there a rental property directly in Libochovičky?

Chata.cz’s accommodation listing does not show any rental property directly in the municipality; instead, it points to accommodation within a 30 km radius. Check the listings again for your travel dates, as the selection may change.

Go to the main travel overview: Okres Kladno.