Olšany: Forest, Springs and Culture

Olšany lies in hilly terrain on the southern edge of the Drahanská vrchovina, at an elevation of about 420 metres and surrounded by extensive forests. When planning a stay, the forest landscape and trails are a central focus; there are also insights into the town’s history and connections for cycling trips. If you are looking for a hotel in Olšany, these different interests can help you plan your trip.

Forest Landscape and Trails

Activities mentioned in Olšany include leisurely walks, cycling trips and horseback riding; in winter, cross-country skiing is also an option. This offers several different ways to experience the surrounding area. For seasonal planning, cross-country skiing is particularly worth noting: it is specifically mentioned as a winter activity. The hilly setting and extensive forests shape the landscape, while the activities offer different ways to spend your stay.

One specific destination is the “Studánková naučná stezka” (Springs Educational Trail). The trail links several springs along the route between Olšany and Vítovice and passes over Červený vrch. It starts in Olšany’s village square and ends at a pond in Rousínov-Vítovice. A route description published in 2021 lists nine stops with information boards. Check the signs on site before setting out. The stated start and finish points provide clear guidance: the route begins in the village and leads to its endpoint in Rousínov-Vítovice.

The approach is also relevant for finding your way: the road from Habrovany ends in Olšany; beyond that, only forest tracks continue. This describes the transition from the access road to the paths in the forest. When planning your time outdoors, you can take this into account alongside the educational trail and the other activities mentioned.

Local History and Culture

The Chapel of St John the Baptist was built in 1886. Another chapter in the town’s history is connected with the film “Dědictví aneb Kurvahošigutntág”: it was filmed in Olšany in the summer of 1992, with Bolek Polívka in the leading role. The chapel and the film history offer two different cultural points of interest, distinct from the natural landscape and trails.

Small and larger, almost perfectly round stone balls can still be seen in the wall of the local quarry. Olšany’s cultural centre also has a hall with a stage. It is intended for balls, theatre performances, local celebrations and tastings. Cultural highlights therefore include both visible features of local history and an event space for different occasions.

Cycling Connections and Getting There

A route on the local cycling network passes through Olšany. It connects to regional cycling route B, which runs through Slavkov and then joins the long-distance cycling route “Jantarová stezka” (Amber Trail). This sequence is useful when planning a cycling trip: the local route passes through Olšany, while the connection to the regional route and then the long-distance route goes via the named points.

Olšany is connected to the surrounding area by bus. If you plan to travel by bus, check the timetable for your travel date. This lets you consider getting there separately from choosing between walks, the educational trail, cycling or cultural destinations.

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For the wider travel overview: Okres Vyškov.