Bukov: Church Art and Historical Traces

When looking for a hotel in Bukov, you can plan your stay around the subjects that interest you locally and in the wider region. Specific points of interest include sacred architecture, a memorial to those who fell in the First World War, the ruins of Lísek Castle in the wider region, and a cycling route through Bukov. The cultural and sporting activities of SDH Bukov are also part of the picture. As you plan your trip, you can weigh up whether church and local history, regional trails, or the club’s activities should shape your stay.

Church of St. James the Greater

The Church of St. James the Greater dates from around the turn of the 14th century. Its chancel is Gothic; beside the altar are Baroque statues of Saint Barbara and Saint Catherine. The construction date, the chancel, and the furnishings each offer a different point of focus: the date refers to the church, while the stylistic features relate to the chancel and altar. For a cultural and historical perspective, it is therefore worth considering these features separately.

The chancel also contains the tombstone of Jan Radešínský, who died in 1603. Three bells hang in the tower, the largest of which dates from 1530. The two dates refer to different things: 1530 to the largest bell, and 1603 to Radešínský’s death. This makes it possible to place the bell and the tombstone in their own time frames rather than assigning them to the same period.

A distinct memorial context

The Bukovský kámen was incorporated into the memorial to those who fell in the First World War in 1926. The year refers to its placement in the memorial. In addition to its sacred furnishings, the local history therefore has its own distinct memorial context.

The ruins of Lísek Castle in the regional area

The ruins of Lísek Castle lie in the wider region around Bukov; the castle was formerly also known as Bukovec or Lejsek. It was probably built in the second half of the 13th century. The surviving remains include part of a large, round, Late Romanesque tower, as well as foundations and wall fragments from residential and farm buildings. The contrast with the church is clear: there, the chancel, altar, and bells take centre stage; here, the focus is on the surviving structural features and a date that is only probable.

Cultural activities and club history

Today, in addition to its firefighting duties, SDH Bukov is involved in cultural and sporting activities and work with children. These include sports afternoons, St. Nicholas celebrations, carnival events, and Christmas parties for children. Activities may vary over time; check local announcements before your trip.

In the past, SDH Bukov organised dances, church fairs, and balls; members also founded a local amateur theatre.

Getting there and the cycling route

Public bus route 841126 serves Bukov. The timetable is valid from 14 December 2025 to 12 December 2026; check the latest departure times before travelling. For cycling plans, the “Zubří Trails – 5. For Uranium” route is relevant: it passes the ruins of Bukov/Lísek Castle and goes through Bukov. As route descriptions can change, check current trail conditions before setting out.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Kundratice, Krásněves, Nové Město na Moravě, Hodíškov, Jámy, Račín, Horní Libochová, Sviny.

For the overview of the wider travel area: Žďár nad Sázavou District.