Discover Zhořec: Cycling Route 321 and local history

Zhořec combines cycling with local history: the 37-kilometre Cycling Route 321 passes through the village, and a chapel stands on the village square. Its first written mention, in 1316, and its former affiliation with the Choustník estate give the village a historical setting.

Zhořec at a glance

• The 37-kilometre Cycling Route 321, “Přes Hrad Kámen na Stražiště”, passes through Zhořec.
• The cycling trip “Pacovskem s Antonínem Sovou a Bernardem Bolzanem” follows Route 321 to Zhořec.
• Zhořec was first mentioned in writing in 1316; in the 14th century, it belonged to the Choustník estate.
• The historic chapel stands on the village square in the centre of the village.

Cycling on Route 321

Cycling Route 321, “Přes Hrad Kámen na Stražiště”, passes through Zhořec and follows class III roads. It also connects Jindřichův Hradec with Louňovice pod Blaníkem. The 37 kilometres refer to the entire route; Zhořec lies along its course. This places the village on a longer cycling connection.

The cycling trip “Pacovskem s Antonínem Sovou a Bernardem Bolzanem” follows Route 321 to Zhořec. The full trip includes class III roads, asphalt, cycle paths, and forest and field tracks. This mix applies to the trip as a whole; specific conditions may vary seasonally. Check the current route markings and trail conditions before setting out.

Village history and layout

In the 14th century, Zhořec belonged to the Choustník estate; the village was first mentioned in writing in 1316. A chapel stands on the village square in the centre of the village and is one of Zhořec’s historic sights. Alongside these historical dates, it offers a specific point of interest in the village landscape. The year dates the written record; the estate affiliation describes the political setting at the time.

Zhořec is built directly on the slope of a hill. A road runs through the village from east to west, dividing it into two parts. The hillside location and the road’s alignment help explain the village layout: they show both its position on the hill and the east–west direction in which the road crosses Zhořec.

When choosing a destination, you can weigh the cycling route against the local history: Zhořec combines a specific cycling connection with historic points in the village and its surroundings.

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Frequently asked questions about Zhořec

Which church lies northwest of Zhořec?

In Zhoř, about two kilometres northwest of Zhořec, stands the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Nanebevzetí Panny Marie). It was probably originally fortified and was mentioned as a parish church in the 14th century.

For the regional travel overview: Okres Pelhřimov.