Kamenný Újezd – History, Landscape and Hiking Trails

Kamenný Újezd combines a history documented from an early date with a river landscape, regional vernacular architecture and marked trails through the surrounding area. This creates an interesting combination for planning your trip: you can explore the history of the village, include a view from Kotel, follow the Klabava, or reach the surrounding area via railway line 175.

History and Rural Architecture

The area around Kamenný Újezd was first documented in writing on 12 March 1177, making it one of the oldest settlements in the Plzeňský kraj region. A particularly tangible testimony to this past is the rural farmstead No. 8. It is designated a cultural monument and is considered an authentically preserved example of vernacular architecture from the second half of the 18th century. More recent commemorative traditions are also part of the village landscape. A monument to those who fell in the First World War stands in the park beside the bridge over the Klabava. At the same time, local traditions such as Masopust have been revived in Kamenný Újezd. Visitors who wish to combine historical sites with living regional customs during their stay will find different forms of local history here.

Klabava, Cycle Path and Nature Reserve

The Klabava stream (Padrťský potok) runs along Kamenný Újezd. A quiet cycle route follows the river and forms part of international cycle route No. 3. This distinction between local history and experiencing the landscape may play a role when choosing your accommodation: you can focus your days more on cultural discoveries or make a route along the water the centre of your plans, without having to plan the same type of excursion. The Žďár Nature Reserve is also located nearby. It contains natural stands on a rocky hill, extensive beech stands rich in rubble and a block field with significant lichen flora. The description of this protected area points to a distinctive combination of rock, forest and remarkable lichen flora. It complements the river landscape of the Klabava with a natural environment of a distinctly different character.

Viewpoint and Marked Hiking Trails

The Kotel Lookout Tower is located on Mount Kotel in the cadastral area of Kamenný Újezd. The observation tower is 28 metres high, and the uppermost viewing platform is 25 metres above the ground. From there, you can enjoy views of Kamenný Újezd, Rokycany and other surrounding municipalities. A marked hiking trail leads from the Kotel Lookout Tower on to Kamenný Újezd and can be extended into a circular route. This creates a clearly distinct option for a day of hiking: the observation tower is not merely a single viewpoint but is connected to a trail route. Another route starts directly in the square in Kamenný Újezd. The route “Via the Žďár Springs over the summit of Žďár” follows the green-marked trail to the Žďárské studánky information board. For your planning, this provides both a trail from Kotel to Kamenný Újezd and a route via Žďár, each with its own name and waymarking.

Getting There and a Local Touch

Railway line 175 from Rokycany to Nezvěstice runs through Kamenný Újezd; the Kamenný Újezd u Rokycan stop is located in the village. This specific rail connection is an additional consideration if, when looking for a hotel or other accommodation, you want to take into account not only the landscape and sights but also a location on a railway line. As a local refreshment option, visitors can enjoy Loužek beer from a local private microbrewery. If you would like to compare other destinations with Kamenný Újezd for your trip planning, you can find Medový Újezd (Medový Újezd), Líšná (Líšná), Lhota Pod Radčem (Lhota Pod Radčem), Radnice (Radnice), Volduchy (Volduchy), Břasy (Břasy), Němčovice (Němčovice) and Zvikovec (Zvikovec).

For the broader travel overview: Rokycany District.