Discover Krcmy: Cycling Route and Local History

Different interests come to the fore during a stay in Krcmy: cycling along a route through the settlement, local history, and the nearby Rybníček u Studeného Natural Monument. Music enthusiasts can find an exhibition on the history of music in the Podblanicko region at Zámek Růžkovy Lhotice. A past excursion from Krcmy to Růžkovy Lhotice is also described.

Local History and Location

Krcmy lies on a hill. In the past, the settlement marked the boundary of three districts. A local historical name is “U tří pošťáků” (“At the Three Postmen”). These details offer two different perspectives: the hill describes the settlement’s location, while its former role as a boundary and its historical name point to its past.

Cycling Through Krcmy

Cycling route 0084 follows a paved road through the forest and through the settlement of Krcmy. The forest and the passage through the settlement are therefore two specific parts of the route described. Another route, “Za hudbou do Růžkových Lhotic” (“For the Music to Růžkovy Lhotice”), is intended for trekking and road bikes on roads and starts in Čechtice. The descriptions thus differ both in their connection to Krcmy and in their stated starting point and intended types of bicycles.

A separate cycling event is the “Strnadova třicítka”: a 30-kilometer individual road time trial around Růžkovy Lhotice, which also includes a 10-kilometer children’s race. The event dates vary from year to year. If you would like to combine your trip with the race, check the dates for the relevant year.

Music History at Zámek Růžkovy Lhotice

The “Kraj tónů” (“Landscape of Tones”) exhibition explores the musical history of the Podblanicko region and recalls, among other things, Bedřich Smetana’s stay in Růžkovy Lhotice from 1835 to 1843. The exhibition thus combines a regional focus on music with a specific biographical connection. Zámek offers educational programs and guided tours as part of the exhibition.

The exhibition’s history goes back further: in 1984, Zámek opened to the public with the exhibition “Hudební tradice Podblanicka” (“Musical Traditions of the Podblanicko Region”). In 2014, the new “Kraj tónů” exhibition opened there; it is now described as a permanent exhibition. If a guided tour suits your visit, check the current program and dates in advance.

Nature and Excursions

The nearby Rybníček u Studeného Natural Monument is known for its abundant populations of bog arum (Calla palustris). Alongside the local and musical themes, this brings a specific botanical feature into focus. For nature enthusiasts, bog arum is the defining feature of this natural monument.

A 2014 excursion report describes a trip from Krcmy to Růžkovy Lhotice along a well-maintained paved road. This description of the road’s condition refers to the report from that time. If the road surface is important for your plans today, check its current condition on site.

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For the broader travel overview: Okres Benešov.