Discover Podivice and find a hotel

Podivice brings together several themes for trip planning: landscape, traces of military history, religious art and cycling. If you are looking for a hotel in Podivice, first consider which focus you would like your stay to have. Cycle route 5041 offers cyclists a specific route: it connects Zelená Hora, Podivice and Sněhotice over a total of 9.5 km and also passes through Podivice.

Landscape and views

At 551 metres, Stříbrná is the highest point in Podivice. From there, the view extends across much of Moravia, north to Praděd and south to Pálava. The 551 metres refers to the elevation of Stříbrná; Praděd to the north and Pálava to the south mark the reach of the view across much of Moravia. For those interested in landscapes, this combines a named high point with far-reaching views.

Traces of military history and art

To this day, 13 reinforced-concrete bunkers in Podivice recall the military training area of 1941. The bunkers represent traces of military history, while Stříbrná offers views of the landscape and the statue of Saint Anne with Mary and an open book depicts religious art.

In front of the church stands a sandstone statue of Saint Anne, incorporated into the enclosure. It depicts Saint Anne with the Virgin Mary and an open book. For travellers interested in art, both the subject of the statue and its integration into the enclosure are important aspects of the monument.

Another historical perspective is offered by the “Na Valech” site below Dudín in the woods. It contains the remains of an old fortified settlement, as indicated by excavations. Na Valech is therefore associated with archaeological evidence of an earlier settlement, while the bunkers recall the military training area of 1941. These different historical themes can be considered separately when planning a trip.

Cycle route through Podivice

Cycle route 5041 connects Zelená Hora, Podivice and Sněhotice over 9.5 km and passes through Podivice. The 9.5 km refers to the total length of the route connecting these three places, not to a separate route exclusively within Podivice. This distinguishes it from Stříbrná: the route is defined by the places it connects and its length, while the viewpoint is defined by its elevation and viewing directions. If cycling is part of your reason for travelling, the route offers a specific itinerary.

Historical context of the forest area

The former forest area of Podivice has been part of the Březina military training area since 1977. Check current access rules separately before planning a visit to this area.

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For the overview of the wider area: Vyškov District.