Zdelov between forests and Cycling Route 4318

Zdelov combines a distinctive forest setting with local history, sporting meeting places and a clearly described cycling route. If you are looking for a place in the Czech Republic where nature observation, regional traditions and active days come together, Zdelov offers several different points of interest. The character of the village is revealed especially through its landscape and the stories associated with the Brodec stream.

Forest Landscape and History on the Brodec

Zdelov lies amid forests between Kostelec nad Orlicí and Borohrádek. The Brodec stream flows through the entire village. It also shaped the earlier use of the water: In the past, the Brodec supplied two ponds that could power two mills in Zdelov. One of these historic ponds was converted into an outdoor swimming pool. The former outdoor swimming pool is also now the setting for a local tradition.

The first written mention of Zdelov dates from 1342. A local legend explains the name of the village with the exclamation “Zde lov nebude!” – “There will be no hunting here!” For visitors, this provides access to the past not only through a date, but also through a traditional explanation of the place name.

Tradition, Sport and Community Life

The tradition of the Zdelovská lávka is maintained every year with the participation of the local population and the Zdelov Volunteer Fire Brigade. The Zdelovská lávka takes place on the grounds of the former outdoor swimming pool in Zdelov. A historic site of use and a tradition maintained by the community thus meet at the same location. Sporting events take place in the municipality’s sports grounds. The TJ Sokol Zdelov football stadium primarily serves the public as a place to watch football matches. It is accessible to the public from at least one hour before the start of an event until one hour after it ends.

Cycling and Nature in Zdelov

For cyclists, Route 4318 offers a specifically described way to include Zdelov in a tour. It runs via Kostelec nad Orlicí, Sklenářka and Zdelov; Zdelov is listed at kilometre 6.60 of the route. The route is of medium difficulty and marked along the roads. It uses Class III roads as well as purpose-built paths and has an asphalt or paved surface. It is intended for mountain bikes and trekking bikes. For planning the day, the surface, level of difficulty and bicycle type are relevant together: The route through several places can thus be considered in relation to whether a medium-difficulty route is suitable for a mountain bike or trekking bike for the planned excursion.

Zdelov also has a distinctive natural-history feature: The village is one of the known locations in the Czech Republic where the rare sand milk-vetch (Astragalus arenarius) is found. This rare plant species thus complements the forest landscape and the village’s cultural and historical stories.

Further Places for Your Travel Planning

If you would like to consider additional destinations for your travel planning alongside Zdelov, you can also look at Trnov, Lhoty U Potštejna, Deschney, Pohoří, Voděrady, Bystré, Bílý Újezd and Borohrádek.

For the higher-level travel overview: Rychnov nad Kněžnou District.