Discover Chlumy: Chapel, History and Cycling Route

The small village square on a slope and the Neoclassical chapel give Chlumy a distinctive character. The village was first mentioned in 1558. Its history is also linked to an estate and a Cistercian monastery, and there are routes for hikers and cyclists.

Chlumy at a glance

• Chlumy was first mentioned in 1558.
• The chapel on the small village square on a slope dates from the first half of the 19th century.
• It has a square plan, rounded corners and an entrance with a round-arched vault.
• A small bell tower sits atop its pyramidal roof.
• A hiking trail from Mileč to Oselce passes through the northeastern part of the municipality.
• Cycling route No. 2046 from Kasejovice to Pačejov passes through Chlumy.

The chapel and the village’s history

The chapel combines Neoclassical origins with a clearly defined architectural form. Its square plan remains recognizable despite the rounded corners, while the entrance with its round-arched vault adds a curved feature. A small bell tower sits on the pyramidal roof. Architecture enthusiasts will find specific details here that help describe the building’s design.

The dates also make the village interesting: Chlumy was first mentioned in 1558, while the chapel dates from the first half of the 19th century. Chlumy’s history is also linked to the Zelená Hora estate and a Cistercian monastery. These historical connections broaden the picture beyond the chapel and offer further ways to explore the village’s history.

Hiking and cycling

The hiking trail from Mileč to Oselce passes through the northeastern part of the municipality of Chlumy, mostly along forest and field paths. When planning a hike, both the section within the municipality and the path surfaces are relevant.

Cycling route No. 2046, by contrast, passes through Chlumy and runs from Kasejovice to Pačejov. The route number and the names of the two towns provide orientation; for the hiking trail, the focus is on its section through the northeastern part of the municipality and the predominantly wooded and agricultural paths. The two routes therefore differ in both activity and course.

Chlumy and your search for accommodation

If you’re looking for a hotel in Chlumy, the focus of your trip can help you decide where to stay. Chlumy itself is a reference point for cycling, since the route passes through the village. The hiking trail, on the other hand, runs through the northeastern part of the municipality.

The architecture and local history may also influence your decision: the chapel stands by the village square, and the historical connections to the estate and Cistercian monastery add to the picture of the village. This makes it possible to consider Chlumy as a destination based on specific interests in architecture, history, hiking or cycling.

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FAQ / Frequently asked questions about Chlumy

How does the hiking trail differ from the cycling route?

The hiking trail from Mileč to Oselce runs mostly along forest and field paths through the northeastern part of the municipality. Cycling route No. 2046 runs from Kasejovice to Pačejov through Chlumy. The routes therefore differ both in activity and in their described courses.

For the broader travel overview: Plzeň-Jih.