Discover Kocelovice: Archaeology, Cycling and Landscape

Kocelovice combines a remarkable archaeological heritage with tangible experiences of cycling and landscape. East of the village, a group of Slavic burial mounds lies on the wooded Zelená hora hill, while Cycle Route Circuit No. 1, 23.7 km long, passes through Kocelovice. In addition, there are grassland ecosystems, prominent elevations, and historical sites in the wider regional area. This allows you to discover a place where cultural and natural themes are clearly distinct yet can be combined into varied research for your trip.

Slavic Burial Mounds on Zelená hora

The Slavic burial mounds on the wooded Zelená hora hill east of Kocelovice are an important archaeological monument. The group comprises nine burial mounds and several damaged embankments. The nine burial mounds and the damaged embankments are arranged in rows from east to west.

Four excavated burial mounds contained both cremation burials and inhumation burials. This combination gives the site particular historical significance: the complex is characterized not only by its number of mounds but also by the different burial forms. Those interested in the cultural history of Bohemia will find here a specific focus clearly situated within the landscape.

Cycling with a Connection to the Village

Cycle Route Circuit No. 1 connects Blatná, Kocelovice, Paračov, Dobšice, and Skaličany. At 23.7 km, the length of the route is clearly specified and helps you get an initial orientation when choosing a cycling theme. The stated route length helps you plan the timing of a day of cycling and compare the circuit with other daily plans. In Kocelovice, the cycle route runs along the edge of the village beside a stone wall. This specific section gives the route a visible connection to the village, without the route appearing merely as an abstract link between several municipalities.

Pastures and Elevations in the Surrounding Area

The Kocelovické pastviny comprise grassland ecosystems of meadows, pastures, and Nardus grasslands. They are considered the highest-quality site in the Czech Republic with the largest population of this taxon. This documents a natural focal point in the landscape around Kocelovice that clearly differs from the archaeological burial mounds on Zelená hora.

The U Nivy hill [Chlum u Blatné] is located in the immediate surroundings of Kocelovice. Štěrbina Mountain lies in the vicinity of Kocelovice. The wider regional area also includes Vinice Mountain and Nad Moráskem Mountain.

Historical Destinations in the Wider Regional Area

The cultural-historical perspective also extends beyond Kocelovice. The wider regional area around Kocelovice includes the Radomysl Mediumwave Radio Mast ruin, the historical site Lety u Písku. Memorial to the Holocaust of Roma and Sinti in Bohemia, and Hrad Zvíkov Castle.

More Places for Your Research

For further orientation, you can also visit Strunkovice Nad Volyňkou, Uzenice, Bratronice, Tchořovice, Kalenice, Novosedly, Libějovice, and Radějovice.

To the higher-level travel overview: Strakonice District.