Stratov – Nature, History and Special Discoveries

Stratov combines a fascinating village history with a protected floodplain landscape, the recurring local event “Stratovské zahradní slavnosti” and opportunities for active excursions. The first written mention dates back to 1357. At the same time, the nearby Mydlovarský luh nature reserve preserves a natural environment with old Elbe channels, wetlands, floodplain forests and the naturally meandering Farský potok. If you would like to combine nature experiences and historical discoveries with railway and bus transport during your trip, Stratov offers several concrete starting points for doing so.

History that is visible in the village

Půta z Častolovic founded the village of Stratov in the mid-14th century. The “Nejsvětější Trojice Boží” Chapel is a particularly important historical landmark. It commemorates the plague of 1772, which claimed the lives of seven people in Stratov. The chapel is also worth a closer look architecturally: It is an octagonal central building with four segmental-arched windows and a simple entrance. Its hipped roof is topped by a small belfry with an onion dome.

Nearby, Mydlovar also points to an older history. The place was first mentioned in the archives in 1223. Such historical references give your trip an additional sense of depth through time: You are not merely viewing a landscape but moving through a region whose places tell stories from different eras.

Floodplain landscape and cycling trails along the Elbe

The Mydlovarský luh nature reserve lies between Ostrá and Kostomlaty nad Labem and is one of the last remaining floodplain forest complexes in the Polabí region. The combination of floodplain forests, old Elbe channels and wetlands makes this natural area an interesting destination for anyone who does not want to focus their trip exclusively on local history. The naturally meandering Farský potok is also part of this protected landscape.

A cycling educational trail runs along the Elbe. The excursion to the Mydlovarský luh educational trail begins in Ostrá; alternatively, Stratov railway station is listed as an access point.

Local events and space for activity

The “Stratovské zahradní slavnosti” are a recurring local event. The fourth edition took place in 2025, while the fifth edition was announced for 12 September 2026. If you are interested in local traditions and the social life of a place, such dates can add a special touch to your travel planning. The specific edition should always be considered together with its exact date.

For a trip with children, Stratov has the “Zóna klidu a pohybu” leisure area with a children’s playground in the Za Radostí II. district. This provides another opportunity to complement an excursion with time outdoors. Families can note this place down, just as cyclists can mark the Elbe educational trail and culture-oriented travellers the chapel.

Stratov as a starting point for planning your trip

Stratov is connected by railway and bus services. This information can play an important role when choosing your accommodation, especially if you do not want to organise your arrival and excursions exclusively by car. For further planning, you can use your preferred daily itinerary as a guide and decide whether local history, nature and activity, or a date of the “Stratovské zahradní slavnosti” should be the main focus.

Additional places to help with your planning

If you would like to compare additional destinations, you can also visit the place pages for Kamenné Zboží, Libice Nad Cidlinou, Zvěřínek, Velenice, Stará Lysá, Hořátev, Krchleby and Městec Králové.

For the overarching travel overview: Nymburk District.