Kralice Na Hané: History and Haná Culture

Kralice Na Hané lies five kilometres east of Prostějov in the fertile Haná plain. The town is situated on a low terrace at the northeastern edge of the wide floodplain of the Valová, below the confluence of the Valová and Romže. Its landscape setting and historical development offer two different perspectives for planning a trip: the town’s place in the Haná region and tangible evidence from several centuries.

Getting your bearings and travelling there

Six bus stops serve Kralice na Hané, including the central stop, Kralice na Hané, Obecní úřad. The district of Kraličky is served by Kraličky railway station on line No. 301, which runs between Nezamyslice, Prostějov and Olomouc. This information relates to the town and its district; check current bus timetables and train services before travelling, and choose a connection that suits your destination.

Local history from the Middle Ages to the château

Kralice na Hané was first mentioned in a written record in 1225. In 1316, John of Luxembourg granted the town its own laws; by that time, Kralice na Hané already had the mile right. These two dates offer a glimpse of the town’s early history, before turning to its later buildings.

Kralice na Hané Château stands on the site of a former fortress. The present building dates from 1637. The Seilern family subsequently used the château as a summer residence for 100 years. The town’s history can therefore be explored not only through written records and rights, but also through the development of the château and its later use.

Churches, chapels and architectural landmarks

The Parish Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary was built between 1790 and 1793. It is protected as an immovable cultural monument and is listed in the Central List of Immovable Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic. A Renaissance church tower dating from 1578 survived later alterations and forms the basis of the present-day tower.

Kraličky also has a landmark of its own: the Chapel of St John of Nepomuk stands in the middle of the village street. The hexagonal Chapel of the Holy Cross in the cemetery dates from 1823. Together with the parish church and the Renaissance tower, these buildings represent different forms and historical periods, which you can distinguish as you explore the town.

Haná culture and activities in town

The Haná folk singing and dancing ensemble KLAS presents Haná traditions and customs through dance and song. It regularly performs at cultural events, including Kralické klebety and the Advent gathering. Dates and programmes may change. The church choir also performs in the local church at Easter, during the Hodové celebrations and at Christmas. Dates for these performances may also change.

Many residents from the municipality and the surrounding area take part in the Hodové celebrations. One specific pilgrimage took place on 8 May 2026: the 13th walking pilgrimage went from Kralice na Hané to Dub nad Moravou. If you are interested in Haná culture or religious traditions, these varied examples give you an impression of the themes that shape local life, while representing different periods and types of event.

For exercise, there is a municipal tennis court, which reopened on 1 May 2026 and can be used for tennis, badminton, volleyball and nohejbal. Check access arrangements before your visit. There is also a multipurpose play area for children in Kralice na Hané, at U Pivovaru. The condition of its facilities may change; check before visiting.

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For the broader travel overview: Prostějov District.