Discover Starý Jičín

Starý Jičín is a destination where local history, cycling and a distinctive landscape feature come together. Starojický kopec shapes the appearance of the town with the remains of one of the oldest noble castles in Moravia. In addition, there is a central square with important points of interest, a parish church with a distinctive tower and a village museum where historical objects are not merely viewed. This provides you with a varied basis if you would like to combine culture and active exploration.

Starojický kopec and the Traces of the Castle

Starojický kopec is a distinctive landscape feature with the remains of one of the oldest noble castles in Moravia. This landscape feature has a specific historical connection: it is not only the hill itself that catches the eye, but also the memory of a noble castle whose remains have been preserved there. If you are interested in castles and the history of Moravia, Starý Jičín thus offers a clearly identifiable focus without limiting your visit to a single building in the town centre.

Three Cycling Routes with Different Starting Points

Three cycling routes pass through Starý Jičín or begin there. Long-distance cycling route No. 5, the “Amber Trail”, passes through Starý Jičín’s square. This makes the central part of the town itself part of a supra-regional cycling connection. Cycling route No. 502 begins in Starý Jičín and leads to Hukvaldy. Both details describe different route directions and help you classify Starý Jičín, depending on your planned tour, as a place to pass through or a starting point.

Cycling route No. 503 leads from Starý Jičín to Krnov. It is easy and moderately difficult in places. Its route runs along Class II and Class III roads as well as local and purpose-built paths. The surfaces are asphalt or paved paths; the route is also suitable for all types of bicycles. This clearly distinguishes route No. 503 from merely sightseeing the town on foot or making a short stop at the square. For your planning, you therefore have both a long-distance cycling route passing through the town and two connections with Starý Jičín as the starting point or destination.

Square, Church and Living Village History

The square in the centre of Starý Jičín is home to the municipal office with the town hall and an information centre. St. Wenceslas Parish Church also stands on the square. It has a rebuilt Renaissance tower, which gives the church a clearly identifiable historical detail.

Another cultural stop is the village museum, Vesnické muzeum, run by the Jiřinka social cooperative. The museum displays numerous objects used by earlier generations. Visitors can try out some of them themselves.

Starý Jičín as a Base for Planning Your Trip

If you are looking for accommodation in Starý Jičín, you can determine the focus of your stay based on these features. The focus may be Starojický kopec with the castle ruins, a visit to the church and Vesnické muzeum, or a cycling tour on one of the three routes described. The facts allow for an objective choice based on your interests without presupposing specific accommodation features. For planning your arrival, you should also note that Starý Jičín is accessible exclusively by road.

Other Places for Your Research

If you would like to expand your search to other destinations, you can also include Odry, Příbor, Kujavy, Bítov, Mankovice, Trnávka, Sedlnice and Vražné in your further planning.

For the overarching travel overview: Nový Jičín District.