Chlumany: A Valley in the Foothills of the Å umava and Vibrant Village Traditions

Chlumany lies in a picturesque valley in the foothills of the Å umava and combines experiences in nature with a remarkably vibrant village culture. Around the village, you will find forests that are ideal for hiking, while tradition, remembrance and local life are visible in the centre. This gives Chlumany different starting points for planning your trip: You can explore the landscape, go swimming in summer or discover regional customs and products.

Location and Nature around Chlumany

Chlumany is located 2 km from Vlachovo Březí in the direction of Vimperk. This precise location helps you place the village within the landscape of the Šumava foothills. The forests around Chlumany are suitable for hiking and offer an obvious opportunity to combine your stay with time outdoors. Anyone who values landscapes and walks when choosing a destination will find a place here with a clear connection to the surrounding nature.

A monument to the soldiers who fell in the First World War stands in the small park in the centre of Chlumany. The park is therefore not only part of the village landscape but also a reminder of the municipality’s history. Together with its setting in the landscape, this creates an impression of Chlumany that combines nature and village remembrance.

Swimming and Local Products throughout the Year

During the summer months, a local multipurpose pool in Chlumany can be used for swimming. The multipurpose pool has a well-maintained grass beach. This gives your daily itinerary a different focus than a hike through the forests: In summer, you can also spend time by the water and on the sunbathing lawn.

A special opportunity to discover local products is the Chlumanský trh. The market takes place from May to October on the first Saturday of each month and focuses exclusively on local products and locally made goods. If you plan your stay for a market day, you can attend a regular event in village life where local production takes centre stage.

Village Traditions and an Unusual Cultural History

The traditional Masopust in Chlumany includes a masked procession through the village square and ends with a dance event. Another regional speciality is Konopická, an old village entertainment tradition reserved for girls and women. Konopická is connected with the harvesting of flax, originally hemp. Both traditions give Chlumany a cultural identity that extends beyond a purely landscape-based description.

The story of the traveller František Vyšata–Čech is also part of the village’s character. His birthplace in Chlumany bears a memorial plaque. František Vyšata–Čech was a traveller and author of travel reports about South America. Remembering him offers another way to access the history of the village and complements the regional customs with a personal travel story.

Other Places in the Same Area

For further orientation, you can also explore the neighbouring destinations Nove Hute, Bohumilice, Micovice, Dub U Prachatic, Dvory U Lažišť, Lažiště, Repesin and Nebahovy.

For the main travel overview: Prachatice District.