Discover Chlumín

Chlumín brings together cultural and historical themes with a distinctive natural feature. The Church of St. Mary Magdalene, the Holy Trinity Column, the cemetery chapel and the monument to those who fell in the First World War offer different historical perspectives. There is also the history of the château and a protected area where the rare yellow iris grows. If you are looking for a hotel, these highlights can help you decide whether Chlumín suits your travel interests.

Church of St. Mary Magdalene

The church was rebuilt in the Baroque style at its original site in 1732. Its architecture includes a semicircular apse and a tower on the west side. The apse is the part of the church interior that ends in a semicircle here; the reference to the west tower describes another feature of the building. Together, the style, year of rebuilding and architectural form provide specific clues for understanding the church. It also serves as an exhibition and concert hall. If you plan to include an exhibition or concert in your trip, check the relevant programme before you arrive. The building’s history and its cultural use are two distinct aspects that may influence when you choose to travel.

Column, Chapel and Remembrance

The Holy Trinity Column stands in the square in Chlumín. It was commissioned by Anna Maria of Tuscany in 1729. The sculptural group is by sculptor Jan Pursch. The column was restored in 1958, 2000 and 2017. Its origins, artistic attribution and later conservation work can therefore be distinguished from one another. The year of the commission describes the monument’s origins; the other three dates refer to restorations.

The cemetery chapel was built in the 1930s in place of an earlier cross and is associated with a legend about a death caused by unrequited love. The monument to those who fell in the First World War was formally unveiled in 1923. This means the unveiling took place before the chapel was built. The two sites represent different forms of remembrance: the chapel is linked to a local legend, while the monument explicitly commemorates those who fell in the First World War. Visitors interested in the history of the place will find both a traditional tale and a specific historical memorial here.

The Château’s History and Nature

The history of the château also spans several periods. A fortress probably already stood on the château site in the first half of the 14th century. The château was remodelled in the Baroque style around the turn of the 18th century. The likely early fortress and the later remodelling of the château should be understood as two distinct historical details: the former refers to a possible predecessor on the site, while the latter concerns the château’s Baroque architectural history.

Alongside these architectural and commemorative themes, Chlumín also has a natural feature: the rare yellow iris grows in a protected area. This adds a specific feature of the plant world to the historical highlights. Bus connections are available to Neratovice and Mělník. If you plan to travel by bus, check the current timetable before setting off.

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