Svrabov: Chapel of the Virgin Mary, castle history and Cycle Route 11

The first documented mention dates from 1318; other points of interest include the Chapel of the Virgin Mary, links to the castle and Farma Hejlov, with four apartments and a total of 22 beds. The bus route, Cycle Route 11 and the ponds, copses, fields and pastures nearby provide further points of reference for a stay in Svrabov.

Svrabov at a glance

• The Tábor–Radkov–Borotín–Jistebnice bus route serves Svrabov; check operating times before your journey.
• Nasavrky is one of the nearest railway stops.
• Farma Hejlov offers four apartments with a total of 22 beds. Guests can use the pool by the pond and the playground, and go fishing.
• Cycle Route 11 runs through Svrabov; check the signs before setting off.
• First documented mention: 1318.

Local history and links to the castle

The first documented mention of Svrabov dates from 1318. At that time, it was the seat of the Vladika Bartoš of Svrabov and Klokoty. Josef Václav Kamarýt also stayed as a guest at the castle. He was a well-known Czech poet of the National Revival and a Catholic priest. The history of the village thus encompasses both its early connection with the Vladika’s seat and its link to a figure from Czech cultural life.

The Chapel of the Virgin Mary and the castle park

The Chapel of the Virgin Mary in Svrabov was built after 1918 by the local castle owner. It was built in gratitude that his son had returned alive and well from the First World War. The chapel was restored around the year 2000. Its construction and the later restoration are two distinct chapters in its local history.

In 2008, Svrabov’s once extensive castle park was neglected. If you plan to visit the park, check its current condition in person.

Landscape, routes and getting there

The area around Svrabov has numerous ponds, copses, fields and pastures. Local hiking routes also run through the area; check their current markings before planning a trip. One specific cycling connection is Cycle Route 11, which passes through Svrabov. Check the current signs before setting off.

The Tábor–Prčice–Tábor route also passes through Svrabov. If you are following a particular edition of the route, check the relevant information before travelling. The routes relate to the village in different ways: local hiking routes run through the surrounding area, Cycle Route 11 passes through Svrabov, and the Tábor–Prčice–Tábor route goes via the village.

Svrabov is served by the Tábor–Radkov–Borotín–Jistebnice bus route. Check current operating times before travelling. Nasavrky is one of the nearest railway stops to Svrabov. These are two different points of reference for planning your trip: a bus route that serves the village and a nearby railway stop.

A specific place to stay in Svrabov

Farma Hejlov in Svrabov offers four apartments with a total of 22 beds. Guests staying there can use a pool by a pond and a children’s playground, and go fishing.

Compare the number of apartments and beds with your own travel plans. If the pool, playground or fishing matters to your decision, bear in mind that these facilities are available to guests staying at Farma Hejlov. For further guidance, you can also consider whether you are most interested in local history, routes or the surrounding landscape.

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Frequently asked questions about Svrabov

Which bus route serves Svrabov?

The Tábor–Radkov–Borotín–Jistebnice bus route serves Svrabov. Check current operating times before your journey.

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