Černíkovice: Local History and the Chapel of Saint Procopius

Černíkovice combines a history dating back to 1250 with the Chapel of Saint Procopius and a blue-marked hiking trail. Homole, which belongs to Dřevce, is located near the village; this brings local history and landscape into view as distinct aspects of your stay.

Černíkovice at a glance

• The first written record of the village dates from 1250.
• The Chapel of Saint Procopius was built in Na vršku in 1880 and renovated and reconsecrated after 1990.
• The Všehrdský potok flows through Černíkovice and rises above the village.
• Homole is a small grove with a pond on slightly elevated ground near Černíkovice, and belongs to Dřevce.

History of Černíkovice

The first written record of Černíkovice dates to 1250. The village initially belonged to Plasy Monastery. In 1346, Abbot Jakub of Plasy transferred Černíkovice to Mach. Around 1546, the village came into the possession of Florián Gryspek; in 1623, it returned to the possession of Plasy Monastery. These milestones give the village’s history a long-term perspective, distinct from its later architectural and cultural history.

Another chapter in local cultural history is connected with the Kollár association. It was founded on 20 May 1923 and staged 30 plays in Černíkovice and the surrounding area before it was dissolved on 14 March 1939. This reflects a specific, now-historical theatrical tradition: performances took place both in the village and in the surrounding area. The association’s founding and its closure clearly mark the period of this history.

The Chapel of Saint Procopius

The Chapel of Saint Procopius was built in 1880 in the Na vršku district. Its architecture can be identified by two concise features: it has a semicircular end and a small roof turret. The semicircular end forms the rounded end of the building; the roof turret is a small structure on the roof. These forms give the chapel a distinctive architectural profile.

The chapel was renovated and reconsecrated after 1990. It is also listed as a cultural monument. Several distinct aspects come together in this building: its construction date of 1880, its later renovation and consecration, and the architectural features that define its appearance.

Landscape and hiking

Homole, a small grove with a pond on slightly elevated ground, is located near Černíkovice. Homole belongs to Dřevce and should therefore be considered a separate landscape feature in the surrounding area. In clear weather, it offers panoramic views over the surrounding landscape. The weather qualification matters: the long-distance view described is available in clear conditions.

As a regional point of reference, the Kralovicko microregion offers another perspective on the landscape. It is gently hilly and densely forested, with an extensive network of marked hiking trails and several educational trails. This describes the microregion as a whole. A blue-marked hiking trail runs through Černíkovice itself. Check its exact route before setting out. The Všehrdský potok adds to the picture of the village: it flows through Černíkovice and rises above it.

Planning your stay

The municipal office building is connected to an inn and a small shop. Check their operating status and opening hours separately before visiting. When choosing accommodation, consider whether you mainly want to explore the local history and chapel in Černíkovice, or also include Homole near Dřevce in your plans.

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FAQ / Frequently asked questions about Černíkovice

Does a marked hiking trail run through Černíkovice?

Yes, a blue-marked hiking trail runs through the village. Check the exact route before setting out.

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