Uhelná Příbram – History and Hiking Trails

Uhelná Příbram combines aspects of local history with buildings from different periods and a specific hiking option. When choosing where to stay, you can consider a range of interests: the history of charcoal making, the local architecture and events, or the blue-marked hiking trail to Zkamenělá řeka.

Charcoal Making and Local History

The charcoal kiln model recalls the production of charcoal in Uhelná Příbram and the surrounding area, as well as the historic deliveries of charcoal to the smelters and the mint in Kutná Hora. It was ceremonially unveiled in October 2014. The kiln therefore offers a tangible point of reference if you are interested in the region’s craft history; the historical context extends beyond the model itself.

Charcoal making in Uhelná Příbram and the surrounding area was already flourishing by the mid-13th century. The model and this historical timeframe offer two different perspectives: one recalls the activity and its links to the smelters and mint, while the other places its development within a longer historical period. Another link to the history of the area is the historic Liběcká route, which passed through Uhelná Příbram.

Church and Rectory

On the northern edge of Uhelná Příbram, below Strážný vrch, stands the Church of St. Michael the Archangel (Kostel sv. Michaela Archanděla). Its Baroque appearance dates from the late 18th century; it stands on the site of an original Gothic building. Part of the Gothic reconstruction dates to the third quarter of the 14th century. If you are interested in architecture, you can therefore find different building phases in one place: an older Gothic history and a later Baroque appearance.

The late Baroque rectory of Uhelná Příbram, dating from 1762, stands near the church. It was created by remodeling an older, single-storey rectory dating from 1383. Together, the two buildings offer another glimpse into the area’s historical development: at the rectory, the sequence from the older building to its later remodeling can be traced over time, while the church brings together Gothic and Baroque phases.

Events and Regular Dates

The Sokolský běh republiky in Uhelná Příbram includes a 4.5 km cross-country/trail route. The race took place in October 2023, 2024, and 2025. If you would like to plan your trip around this event, check the dates and details of the current edition before making plans.

The Sokolovna is also an event venue: Sokol, fire brigade, and hunting club balls, children’s events, and community meetings are held there every year. Check the current dates if any of these events are important to your travel plans. The building’s history goes back further: construction began on August 31, 1936, and the ceremonial opening took place on July 14, 1938. Here, the building’s history and its recurring events program are two distinct aspects.

Hiking Trail and Getting There

A blue-marked hiking trail leads from Uhelná Příbram to Zkamenělá řeka. The rock formation Kobylí hlava lies along the route in the vicinity of Uhelná Příbram. You can therefore make the trail a specific reason for your stay and consider the rock formation another point of interest along the way. Check the trail markings locally before setting off.

Uhelná Příbram can also be reached by road from the direction of Chotěboř, Vilémov, and Jeřišno. When choosing a hotel, you can first consider which focus best suits your trip: local history and architecture, an event date, or the hike to Zkamenělá řeka. It is advisable to check the current dates for the race and events at the Sokolovna before your trip.

Discover more destinations: Druhanov, Olešenka, Nová Ves U Světlé, Kunemil, Chrtníč, Stříbrné Hory, Zvěstovice, Loukov.

For the regional travel overview: Havlíčkův Brod District.