Kosořín – Cycling Routes, Sports and Local History

Kosořín combines sporting activities, new cycling routes and a remarkable local history. Those looking for a destination with a variety of ways to explore during their trip can combine physical activity with cultural impressions here. For families who want to bring sporting and historical interests together, the range of options provides different starting points for planning each day.

Sports Complex with Clear Rules

The Kosořín multi-purpose sports complex is open to the public every day during operating hours. The complex includes an athletics track and a multi-purpose court. This provides different sports facilities in one location, without implying any specific programme or particular use for the day of your trip.

Sports shoes with smooth soles are required for the athletics and multi-purpose areas. This is worth taking into account when planning if you would like to include the sports complex in your stay. Also pay attention to the operating hours, as public access is limited to these times.

Cycling Between Kosořín and Choceň

In March 2025, two new cycle paths along roads II/315 and II/317 were opened for use in Choceň and partly also in Kosořín. In these areas, the new paths contribute to safer and smoother travel for cyclists and pedestrians. This makes cycling an important consideration when planning a trip around Kosořín.

A planned cycle-path connection between Kosořín and Zálší along road II/317 is intended to connect to the new cycle path between Choceň and Kosořín. This is intended to connect additional municipalities with national long-distance cycle routes No. 8, the Severní magistrála, and No. 18. The planned status should be taken into account when planning a specific route.

Chapel and Early Local History

A distinctive historical feature is the brick bell tower that has stood in Kosořín since 1907 and is shaped like a small chapel. The chapel with its bell tower and statue of Christ is designated as a building of architectural value. It provides a tangible reference point in the local history that travellers interested in culture can include in their exploration. Kosořín also has a cultural centre.

The history of the village is documented in writing as far back as 1292. Kosořín is first mentioned in writing in a charter by which King Václav II founded Zbraslav Monastery. Those who appreciate historical context alongside cycling thus have a chronological reference point for learning about the village.

Getting There and Choosing Accommodation

A Class II road from Choceň to Litomyšl runs through Kosořín. There is also a bus connection. You can take both of these details into account when choosing accommodation and planning your daily journeys. Whether the focus is on the sports complex, cycling or local history will influence the preferred location and the right pace for your trip.

Other Places to Research

If you would like to compare other destinations besides Kosořín, you can also look at Plchovice, Cervená Voda, Džbánov, Záchlumí U Žamberka, Dobříkov, Zamberk, Písečná and Sobkovice.

For the higher-level travel overview: Okres Ústí Nad Orlicí.