Býkovice: Býkovka Valley, Trails and Porčův Mill

Býkovice offers a variety of attractions for a stay: the Býkovka stream, the Na Ohrazdě pond, Lysicko Nature Park, named trails and the historic Porčův Mill. The themes range from landscapes within the built-up area to an excursion route with a specified length and a publicly accessible monument.

Landscape around Býkovice

The Býkovka stream flows through the eastern part of Býkovice’s built-up area. The Na Ohrazdě pond is a prominent man-made landscape feature near the built-up area. The two bodies of water are therefore described as being in different locations: the stream runs through the built-up area, while the pond lies nearby.

Lysicko Nature Park extends over approximately the western half of the cadastral area and is intended to support individual recreation in nature. The Býkovka Valley is a significant landscape area within the nature park. Thus, individual water features and the park’s larger landscape are presented as distinct aspects of the surroundings.

Routes for walkers and cyclists

The “Údolím Býkovky” excursion route is 14 km long and rated moderate. It runs from Kozárov via Kunčina Ves and Býkovice to Černá Hora. Its length and difficulty rating provide a specific planning framework, while the sequence of place names shows its course through several villages.

Two cycle routes and a yellow-marked walking trail named “Údolím Býkovky” also pass through Býkovice. This distinguishes the route with a specified length from the local trail connections: its distance and rating are stated, while the other trails are identified as cycle routes or by their yellow markings. When planning, consider which of these details matter for your intended trip.

Porčův Mill and historic landmarks

Porčův Mill, a publicly accessible historic monument, lies on the western edge of Býkovice. Its first written mention dates back to 1526. This year refers to its mention in written sources and does not necessarily indicate when the mill was built.

Porčův Mill offers guided tours with commentary, as well as stylish hospitality at an inn. Seating is available beside a pond. Alongside its historic significance, hospitality is therefore another specific aspect of a visit to the mill. Another historic landmark in the village is rural homestead No. 62.

Getting there by bus

Bus 313 serves Býkovice, stops at “Býkovice, kaple” and offers connections towards Kuřim and Lysice. You can include this stop and the stated directions in your travel plans. Check the current departure times for the route before setting off.

If you choose Býkovice as your destination, you can plan your stay around different interests: the landscape along the stream and in the nature park, the designated trails or a visit to the historic mill. The places and routes mentioned can help you consider these themes separately when planning your stay.

Discover more destinations: Horní Smržov, Sebranice, Vlkov, Křtěnov, Vážany, Chrudichromy, Bořitov, Sulíkov.

For the broader travel overview: Blansko District.