Popovičky: Church, Local History and Cycling Route

Popovičky brings together tangible local history, community events and a themed cycling tour. The main highlights are the protected complex of the Church of St Bartholomew, architectural details of the rectory, an information-board installation about the Heydrichiáda, and a route following in the footsteps of the Ringhoffer family. This gives you several different options when planning your stay: architectural history, local remembrance, community life, or a combination of cycling and brewing history.

Church and Rectory

Listed in the national heritage register, the protected complex of the Church of St Bartholomew in Popovičky comprises the church, an ossuary, an enclosure wall and two gates. The complex therefore includes not only the church building but also three other elements. For anyone interested in historic architectural ensembles, this collection offers a clear overview of the components named here.

The church was rebuilt and extended between 1731 and 1736 at the instigation of the parish priest Jan Antonín Horník. The dates and the named initiator provide two precise points of reference for its architectural history: when the changes took place and at whose instigation. This makes it possible to distinguish the dated building phase from the composition of the protected complex.

The rectory in Popovičky retains remnants of its original painted decoration and a cosy attic apartment. These are different architectural features from those of the church: alongside the painted decoration, the attic apartment is a distinct feature of the rectory. Together, the two buildings offer different points of reference for local history.

Remembrance and Community Life

An information-board installation about the Heydrichiáda stands beside the Lidická pear tree next to the Popovičky municipal office. It provides a different historical focus from the architectural details of the church and rectory: here, the Heydrichiáda is explicitly at the centre. For visitors interested in local history, the installation offers a distinct thematic perspective alongside architectural history.

Among the events frequently attended in the municipality of Popovičky are activities for children and adults, children’s days, Huntovické lávky, dance events, a lantern procession and various sports competitions. The programme ranges from activities for children to dance events and sports competitions; the lantern procession and Huntovické lávky add to the variety of community life. These events concern the municipality as a whole, not just the settlement of Popovičky. If you are planning your overnight stay around a particular event, check the current event dates before making plans.

Cycling Route and Practical Information

A cycling tour following in the footsteps of the Ringhoffer family passes through Popovičky and continues to Předboř and Velké Popovice, ending at the modern Velkopopovický Kozel brewery. The themed route thus links several places. At the brewery, guided tours covering the history of brewing, production, the Ringhoffer family and present-day operations are available. The cycling route and the guided tour have different focuses: the ride follows the footsteps of the Ringhoffer family, while the tour also covers production and present-day operations. If you are planning to take a tour, check in advance whether a suitable date is available.

The Pod Skalkou footbridge over the Chomutovický stream is closed because of its poor condition, according to a municipal notice dated 1 June 2026. A full reconstruction is being coordinated with the building authority. Check the crossing’s status before your visit if the bridge is relevant to your plans.

Discover more destinations: Teptin, Lázně Toušeň, Radějovice, Prusice, Dubiny, Vyžlovka, Veliš, Káraný.

See the overview of the wider area: Praha-Východ District.