Bělá – Church, Priessnitz Basins and Trout Farm

Bělá combines local religious history with water experiences and a trout farm in the forest. The construction history of the Church of Saint John the Baptist spans several stages; the Židlo spring tells the story of how its water was used in the past. Two Priessnitz basins differ in their purpose. Another specific activity is trout fishing with children at Pstruží farma. When choosing accommodation, the question is whether your interests lie more in local history, water, or a nature experience involving trout.

Church of Saint John the Baptist

The Church of Saint John the Baptist was built in 1933. It was renovated in the 1990s, when a new bell tower and an enlarged sacristy were added. The construction date and renovation mark two distinct stages, with the additions making the later work tangible. The church’s religious heritage also includes a Way of the Cross, considered an important monument. Franz Templer from Zlaté Hory (1854–1930) created this work. In addition to the building’s development, the Way of the Cross offers a distinct cultural point of interest. Templer died three years before the church was built.

Židlo Spring and Priessnitz Basins

The Židlo spring is associated with the historical use of its water. Ancestors used it to treat eye, skin and joint ailments, as well as to treat their domestic animals. Thus, the focus at Židlo is on the spring water’s former use. The Priessnitz basins offer a different focus: they are described as open-air baths and differ according to the body part they are intended for.

The larger Priessnitz basin in Bělá serves as an open-air bath for the lower limbs, while the smaller one serves as an open-air bath for the upper limbs. The two options can therefore be distinguished by their respective functions. Their availability may vary seasonally; check whether the basins can be used during your trip before visiting.

Pstruží farma in the forest

Pstruží farma is located amid forests. A municipal visitor description, last updated in 2023, mentions trout fishing with children and the option of taking the trout you catch home. This combines the forest setting with a specific activity and something you can take home. Before setting out, check whether this activity is currently available.

Private accommodation in Bělá

Rothschildův dvůr offers its guests private accommodation on the edge of the municipality of Bělá in the Opava District and is listed as accommodation in Bělá. The location identifies the address within the municipality. If you are considering this accommodation, check its current availability directly with the provider before your trip.

Discover more destinations: Kozmice, Dolní Benešov, Oldřišov, Raduň, Chuchelna, Bohuslavice, Závada, Sudice.

For the overview of the wider area: Opava District.