Metylovice – Culture and Routes to Ondřejník

Metylovice: Churches, Local History and Routes to Ondřejník

Metylovice combines a multifaceted local history with a route that links culture and active experiences. The main attractions are the stone All Saints Church, the “Kožane město” Municipal Museum, and the route from Čupek via Metylovice to Ondřejník and Skalka. This allows you to organize your stay in different ways: with historical discoveries, a pilgrimage tradition, or an excursion that is possible on foot, by bicycle, and, according to the documented information, with children.

The All Saints Church and Its Construction History

The stone All Saints Church was built in 1577 on the site of an earlier wooden church in the Gothic style and was later altered in the Baroque style. In 1653, it was consecrated by the Bishop of Olomouc, Gobbár. Today, the All Saints Church is protected as a cultural monument. Its history thus reveals several construction phases: the Gothic origins were followed by a Baroque alteration, while the consecration in the 17th century represents another historical reference point. For travelers interested in culture, the church is therefore a concrete example of how the history of Metylovice can be read in a single building.

The Municipal Museum and the History of the Whip

Another way to explore the local history is through the “Kožane město” Municipal Museum. It opened on August 7, 2010, in the premises of a former strap workshop. The former use of the premises forms its own historical context, distinct from the construction history of the All Saints Church. The whip from Metylovice is also one of the town’s traditional specialties: in the past, it was known throughout the region and beyond the present-day borders of the Czech Republic, and it also gained recognition overseas. In addition, the “Dřevoryt Cyrila a Metoděje” is a wood relief by the renowned carver Boris Zvada.

Route, Summit and Pilgrimage to Čupek

For a more active excursion, the Metylovice–Ondřejník route provides a clear orientation. It runs from Čupek via “Metylovice, kostel” to Ondřejník and Skalka. You can begin the route at the “Metylovice, kostel” bus stop. The route is considered moderately difficult and is suitable for pedestrians, cyclists, and children. This allows the excursion to be adapted to different preferred modes of transport without prescribing a single format for visiting.

Čupek also has spiritual significance: the summit is considered a popular pilgrimage site, and the traditional pilgrimage takes place there on July 5, the Feast of Saints Cyril and Methodius. The summit of Čupek can be reached on foot, by bicycle, by kick scooter, and with a stroller. Thus, in addition to the route itself, the pilgrimage tradition and various documented ways of access are also independent aspects to consider when planning your trip.

Which Accommodation Suits Your Stay

If you are looking for a hotel in Metylovice, you can choose between focusing your stay on local history or activity. The church, museum, and traditional cultural themes are suited to days of historical interest; the route to Ondřejník and the Čupek summit complement this offering with a more active excursion. For families, the route’s suitability for children is particularly relevant; Čupek can be reached on foot, by bicycle, by kick scooter, and with a stroller.

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To the higher-level travel overview: Okres Frýdek-Místek.