Loza – historical traces, nature and local traditions

Loza combines clearly recognizable historical traces with landscape, water and vibrant local traditions. Here you can discover the remains of a medieval fortress, the Bělá stream at the southern edge of the village, and forests where mushrooms, blueberries and lingonberries grow. The swimming pool complex adds opportunities for relaxation and sports to this setting.

History that remains visible in the village

The first written mention of Loza appears in a document from 1216. After 1381, the village belonged to the Bělá estate of the Lords of Švanberk. Remains of the stone walls of the Lords of Loza’s fortress have been preserved beside the road and above the cemetery. Those interested in medieval local history can therefore connect these traces with a clearly described location in present-day Loza, rather than merely learning a historical name.

The history of the Hussites is also connected with Loza: Otík of Loza was an important Hussite military commander. Another distinctive feature is the chapel behind the bridge in the direction of Tlučná. It is probably the oldest surviving building in the cadastral area of Loza. The cautious “probably” is part of the tradition and should be taken into account when assessing it.

Swimming pool, sports and announced events

The Loza swimming pool complex is used for recreation and sports by local residents and visitors. The complex includes a court for nohejbal or tennis. Thus, alongside historical discoveries, the village also offers a specific area for exercise and spending time outdoors, without any additional facility or opening details being inferred from this.

The 13th edition of the Memoriál Jana Drofy was scheduled for 22 August 2026 at the Loza swimming pool. Firefighting competitions were announced there for the afternoon. In addition, Koupák Loza was scheduled from 26 to 28 June 2026 as a concert of alternative music at the swimming pool. Both details concern planned events in 2026 and should not be understood as a permanent events programme.

Bělá, meadows and forests

The Bělá stream flows through meadows along the southern edge of Loza. There are also forests near the village with mushrooms, blueberries and lingonberries. These landscape features give a stay a distinctly different character from the preserved walls or event venues: they make the surroundings visible as a natural area, without requiring any specific route or distance.

Local cuisine and the Mariáš tradition

For a meal, the Loza restaurant at Loza 8 is available. It is open year-round and offers daily menus as well as hot meals. The local character is complemented by the card-playing tradition: Loza is considered the birthplace of Mariáš tournaments. The first festival of volený mariáš took place in Loza in 1976. Thus, the history of the village includes not only walls and documents, but also a regional tournament tradition that is still remembered today.

For further options, you can also view Dobříč, Velečín, Ulice, Koryta, Tlučná, Bdeneves, Plasy and Dolní Hradiště.

For the higher-level travel overview: Plzeň-North District.