Vinary

Vinary is known for protected cultural monuments, a distinctive landscape and traditional village customs. This creates a destination whose character is not defined by just one highlight: the Kalvárie sandstone group, the Za humny marlstone slopes, the Bětník area and the tradition of Vodění Jidáše each add their own distinct character. It is also worth knowing these differences when looking for suitable accommodation.

Kalvárie and the history of marlstone

The Kalvárie sandstone group in Vinary has a base dating from 1832 and is designated as a cultural monument. It was built to protect the village. Thus, what is important at this site is not only the form of the sandstone group, but also its explicitly documented connection with Vinary. If you are interested in cultural monuments and historic village settings, Kalvárie provides a concrete starting point for experiencing the history of the village.

Another historical trace leads to the former marlstone quarries. Vinary was formerly known for them. The former marlstone quarries provided work for numerous local stonemasons for several decades and supplied building material for the surrounding area. This historical connection adds an economic aspect to Kalvárie: the stone shaped not only individual buildings, but was also connected with working life in the area.

Natural areas with their own character

The Za humny marlstone slopes are among the two significant landscape-defining features of Vinary. Rare thermophilous flora grows there.

The Bětník area is a near-natural deciduous forest in Vinary. There is also a cave there; at the same time, Bětník is designated as an area of European importance.

Traditions that make Vinary visible as a village

The Vodění Jidáše tradition was added to the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Czech Republic in 2012. The Vodění Jidáše procession passes through the entire village of Vinary.

Vinary also hosts the firefighting attack competition for the Vinarský pohár traveling trophy in several editions. Together with Vodění Jidáše, this event shows that local identity is shaped not only by historic monuments, but also by community events.

Location and transport connections

A Class II road from Jaroslav to Luže and Skuteč runs through Vinary. Less than 3 km northwest of Vinary, there is an interchange with the D35 motorway.

Discover more historical details

The protected wayside shrine known as Boží muka includes both its surrounding environment and its impact on the village setting. The original log cabin No. 27 also dates from the first half of the 17th century. Both details add smaller but concrete evidence of the village's history to the picture of Vinary.

For further comparison of suitable places, you can also compare Brandýs Nad Orlicí, Sruby, Rybník, Ceská Rybná U Zamberka, Žampach, Svatý Jiří, Voděrady and Jablonne Nad Orlici.

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