Discover Zdeňkov

Zdeňkov brings together a history dating back to the 17th century and distinctive landmarks on the village square: a chapel in the Czech folk Baroque style and a life-size statue of Saint Procopius. The 39-kilometre-long cycle route 5125 between Telč and Jaroměřice also passes through the village.

Key facts about Zdeňkov

• Zdeňkov was established in the 17th century and named after its founder, Zdeněk.
• The Chapel of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary stands on the village square. It is a freestanding 19th-century building in the Czech folk Baroque style.
• The life-size statue of Saint Procopius, made of chamotte, stands on the green village square.
• The current statue of Saint Procopius dates from 2013 and replaced an earlier statue destroyed in the 1980s.
• Two plaques commemorating the founding of the village are preserved at the estate.
• The former small chateau was completely demolished in 1817.
• The Otvrňský potok stream flows through the hamlet of Otvrň and the Pod Otvrní pond.
• The 39-kilometre-long cycle route 5125 runs from Telč to Jaroměřice via Zdeňkov.

Village history and memorials

Zdeňkov was established in the 17th century and named after its founder, Zdeněk. This provides an early chronological reference point for the village’s history. A later chapter is marked by the former small chateau, which was completely demolished in 1817. Two plaques commemorating the village’s founding are preserved at the estate. Zdeňkov thus offers different forms of historical remembrance: a named origin, a small chateau that no longer exists, and plaques commemorating the village’s founding.

The dates should be kept distinct: the village’s origins date back to the 17th century, while the demolition of the small chateau was a specific event in 1817. The plaques, in turn, add a separate note, as they commemorate the founding of the village. Together, these details form a short, easy-to-follow timeline, without reducing the village’s history to a single building.

Chapel and statue on the village square

The Chapel of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary is a freestanding 19th-century building in the Czech folk Baroque style. Its dedication and clearly defined architectural form offer a distinct perspective on the village’s history. On the same green village square stands the life-size statue of Saint Procopius, made of chamotte. The two landmarks can be considered through their different features: for the chapel, the focus is on its architectural style and century; for the statue, on its material, size and more recent history.

The current statue dates from 2013. It replaced an earlier figure that was destroyed in the 1980s. The village square therefore brings together a 19th-century chapel and a more recent statue with a history that also includes a predecessor. For visitors interested in local architectural and cultural history, these details offer specific points of interest, distinct from the plaques at the estate.

Landscape and getting your bearings around Otvrň

Zdeňkov lies in the Křižanovská vrchovina highlands, between Telč and Želetava. The hamlet of Otvrň is also part of Zdeňkov. The Otvrňský potok stream flows through the hamlet and the Pod Otvrní pond; the pond is near Otvrň. The description of the area thus covers both the village’s architectural and commemorative landmarks and named landscape features near its associated hamlet. Otvrň is the hamlet and Pod Otvrní is the pond—two distinct names to help you get your bearings around Zdeňkov.

Cycling and choosing where to stay

Cycle route 5125 offers another way to experience Zdeňkov: the 39-kilometre route runs from Telč to Jaroměřice and passes through the village. The stated distance refers to the entire route between its two endpoints. If you plan to include cycling in your trip, you can take the total distance into account when planning your day; it is advisable to check the route status before setting out.

When choosing where to stay, you can focus on the aspects you want to include in your trip: Zdeňkov’s village history and architecture on the one hand, and the cycle route passing through the village on the other. Both offer a concrete connection to your travel plans, without requiring the same kind of stay.

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FAQ / Frequently asked questions about Zdeňkov

Is Zdeňkov better suited to a cultural visit or a cycling trip?

Both are closely connected to the village: the chapel and statue of Saint Procopius stand on the village square, and cycle route 5125 passes through Zdeňkov. It connects Telč and Jaroměřice over 39 kilometres. Which is the bigger priority for your stay depends on your own travel plans.

For the broader travel overview: Jihlava District.