Němčice

Němčice combines its location on the gentle southwestern slope of the foothills of the Carpathians with the Haná landscape. The village is therefore a destination for travellers who want to combine landscapes, local history and smaller cultural discoveries. The first written mention of Němčice dates back to 1261, giving the village a clear historical connection. Němčice lies on the road between Břest and Kostelec u Holešova.

Landscape between the Carpathian Foothills and Haná

The location of Němčice cannot be reduced to a single landscape designation: the village lies both on a gentle southwestern slope of the foothills of the Carpathians and in the Haná landscape. This dual connection to the surrounding landscape shapes the character of the destination. Those looking for accommodation in Němčice can therefore combine their stay with an interest in local history and the landscape, without limiting the village to just one type of excursion.

Historical Traces in the Village

Several preserved landmarks make the history of Němčice tangible. A memorial chapel and a bell tower from the 19th century are part of the village’s historic heritage. There is also a stone reconciliation cross. It stands on the northern side of Němčice, on the left side of the road from the village square to Stará Ves, near an orchard. The cross’s precise location makes it a clearly defined destination within the village and connects the village square with the route towards Stará Ves.

Sports Facilities and Seasonal Local Culture

Němčice’s multi-purpose sports facility is used for tennis and ball games in summer. In winter, its concrete surface becomes a natural ice rink. The facility also serves cultural purposes. In Němčice, different uses of the same place thus exist side by side: summer ball games and tennis, winter skating on the natural ice rink, and cultural activities. When planning a trip, it is also interesting to consider local traditions. In 2025, decorating Němčice for Hody was among the most important seasonal activities of the local volunteer fire brigade.

Cycling on a Circular Route

Němčice is included as the fourth stage point on the 46-kilometre circular route “Rovinou okolo Kroměříže”. For cycling travellers, this specific connection to the route offers a different perspective on the village than a visit focused exclusively on history. Němčice appears as part of a longer circular ride rather than merely as an individual sightseeing stop. Those considering accommodation in Němčice can therefore choose between a stay focused on local history and culture or a stay connected with this 46-kilometre cycling route.

A Village with a Living Memory

The history of local community life is also part of the picture of Němčice. The local reading club “Svatopluk”, later renamed “Odbor národní jednoty”, historically staged amateur plays in Němčice. Together with the memorial chapel, bell tower, reconciliation cross and Hody celebrations, this creates a picture of the village in which architectural landmarks, the history of local associations and seasonal activities stand side by side.

Other Places to Explore

For further searches, you can also explore Břest, Hulín, Hoštice, Rajnochovice, Nová Dědina, Ludslavice, Rataje U Kroměříže and Žeranovice.

For the broader travel overview: Okres Kroměříž.