Popůvky: Ponds, Hiking Trails and History

Ponds, marked hiking trails and traces of culture give Popůvky several concrete starting points for a trip. The town is located in the Bobravská vrchovina; the local ponds are used for recreation, and green- and yellow-marked hiking trails pass through the cadastral area. The Chapel of St. John of Nepomuk stands on the village square in the center. Other highlights include a Neolithic archaeological site near Brno and the history of speleologist Wilhelm Puttik. When looking for a hotel, you can first consider whether nature trails, waterside recreation areas or cultural history should be the focus of your trip.

Ponds and recreation

The location in the Bobravská vrchovina provides geographical context; the local ponds are especially tangible landmarks. They are fed by the Augšperský potok and used for recreation. Water and trails thus offer two different starting points: relaxing by the ponds or hiking one of the marked routes. The sports area also includes a children's playground. If you are planning a trip with children, this is a practical point to consider when planning your day.

Hiking on marked trails

A green-marked hiking trail passes through the cadastral area of Popůvky from Střelice railway station via Kývalka to Obora by the Brno Reservoir. The yellow-marked trail also passes through the cadastral area of Popůvky: from Žebětín towards the Augšperský potok beyond Horní rybník, and then via Kývalka to Tetčice. The start and end points can help you choose: Střelice and Obora on the green route, Žebětín and Tetčice on the yellow route; Kývalka is mentioned for both. Check the local trail markers and conditions before setting out.

Chapel, archaeological site and Wilhelm Puttik

The Chapel of St. John of Nepomuk stands on the village square in the center of Popůvky; a cross that is also considered a local monument stands right beside it. Popůvky is also a well-known Neolithic archaeological site near Brno. Wilhelm Puttik is considered the most prominent son of Popůvky. He became known for his research into underground river courses in Slovenia, the first descent into the Gradišnice Gorge, and the rescue of a group of speleologists from Lurloch Cave near Graz in 1894. The town also features a marble block dedicated by Slovenian speleologists in front of the new municipal office building, and a commemorative plaque on the school building.

Bus services

A notice published on August 15, 2024, announced that the stops were being moved from Nová and U hřiště streets back to the former stops at Kaplička and Vintrovna. Check current bus services and stops for your specific journey.

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