Žďár: Wetlands, Rocks and Local History

Žďár is well suited to a trip where nature, outdoor activities and local history play an important role. These themes add different dimensions to your trip.

Nature Between Wetlands and Rocks

The V dubech nature monument is located in the cadastral area of Žehrov, within the municipality of Žďár. Protected areas include marshy hay meadows, spring areas and wet alder forests; particularly protected plant species are also found there. For travellers interested in protected habitats, the interplay of these environments offers a concrete starting point for planning. Its location in the cadastral area of Žehrov places the nature monument within the municipality of Žďár.

Another natural feature to consider when planning your trip is Příhrazské skály. This rock city consists of 178 rock towers and marginal massifs. The sandstone formations attract climbers, and the distinctive rock features include Kobylí hlava. The number 178 describes the area as a whole, while Kobylí hlava refers to a single distinctive rock. If you are interested in climbing and sandstone formations, you can consider this alongside the wetlands of V dubech.

Hiking and Cycling

The Zlatá stezka Českého ráje long-distance hiking trail passes through Žďár. This offers a concrete starting point for guests who would like to include a long-distance hiking trail in their trip plans. The landscape is also suited to cycling, so hiking and cycling can provide different focuses for your stay.

A hiking and cycling route runs via Skokovy and Olešnice to Věžický rybník and Vidlák, through the valley of the Žehrovka. The Zlatá stezka Českého ráje is defined by its route through Žďár, while the excursion route provides orientation through specific place names and destinations. If you would like to plan around a route, you can consider the difference: a long-distance hiking trail, or a sequence of paths with named stops and destinations.

Mills, a Chapel and Local History

The Žehrovka valley also offers a connection to local history: a route there passes several mills. The best-known of these is Pleskotský mlýn. Alongside the route through the valley, several mills and one specifically named building provide cultural history points of interest.

Construction of the chapel in Žďár began on 2 June 1903; it was completed in July 1904. The start and completion dates therefore fall in consecutive years, giving the building’s history a clear timeframe. The chapel adds a specifically dated local historic building to the nature and route themes.

Historically, Žďár was primarily agricultural. Because of a road lined with lime trees, the village was often called “Žďár lipový.” This nickname connects the area’s former agricultural character with a specific feature of the road. In the region, settlement dates back to the medieval colonisation of the 13th century. This adds a regional timeframe to the local history.

Discover more destinations: Tuřice, Předměřice Nad Jizerou, Kolomuty, Rabakov, Březovice, Kobylnice, Rokytá, Strenice.

For the overview of the wider area: Mladá Boleslav District.