Discover Holasice: The Way of St. James, Tradition and Underground History

Holasice combines the landscape of the Dyje-Svratka Valley with a remarkable cultural and pilgrimage history. The village is located near Rajhrad and is particularly suitable as a destination if you would like to combine a rural setting with historical traces, the traditional Václavské hody festival and a section of the Way of St. James. When looking for a hotel in Holasice, the location itself is therefore not the only consideration; it is also important to consider which of these different impressions you would like to get to know more closely during your stay.

Cultural monuments and an unusual underground history

A visible point of reference is the Chapel of St. Wenceslas. It is registered as an immovable cultural monument and is therefore one of the documented cultural features of Holasice. The village's historical development is also connected with the Benedictine monastery in Rajhrad. This connection points to a history that extends beyond the present-day appearance of the village and places Holasice within the cultural context of the surrounding area. The so-called Holasice Lochy are particularly unusual. They consist of underground, unlined passages and rooms whose origins historians date to the 13th century. An important restriction should be noted when planning your trip: the Holasice Lochy are not accessible. They are therefore not a cave or sightseeing destination that can be visited, but primarily a remarkable historical feature that shapes the character of Holasice.

Tradition, shooting sports and special events

If you would like to get to know the village during a traditional festival, the Václavské hody are a notable event. They have traditionally been celebrated in Holasice for many years, usually on the last weekend in September. The festival thus represents a vibrant local tradition and differs clearly from a stay focused exclusively on historical sights. Another option is the Holasice shooting range. There, shotgun shooting is available in the Trap and Skeet disciplines. Archery and air-rifle shooting are also offered by arrangement. For corporate events, shooting demonstrations, instruction and a shooting competition with David Kostelecký can be arranged. These activities provide a different way to experience the village and complement its cultural and religious themes with an activity-based focus.

Along the Way of St. James through Holasice

For pilgrims and walkers, the Way of St. James offers an independent way to experience Holasice. The route leads from the monastery along a red-marked trail through an avenue to Holasice. There is a pilgrim stamp station at a chapel in the village. This section therefore offers not only a route through the village but also a specific stop for people who would like to document their pilgrimage. On its section through Holasice, the Way of St. James also passes the Ludmily pond site and continues towards Vojkovice.

Other places for your search

If you would also like to compare other local pages, you can find Šlapanice, Malešovice, Mělčany, Hvozdec, Sivice, Přísnotice, Ochoz U Tišnova and Kupařovice here. This allows you to compare Holasice with other available destination pages before choosing accommodation.

To the higher-level travel overview: Brno-Country District.