Horicky: Cultural History and Views

Hořičky combines a history of Baroque church architecture with its historical role as a summer spa town in the 19th century. Barunčina vyhlídka offers a different focus, with views to the north. The Mečov village theatre and the traditional Hořičská pilgrimage fair add to its cultural appeal. When planning your stay, history, events, and views offer different interests to explore.

Church and Spa Town History

The Baroque Church of the Holy Spirit was built in 1714–1715 on the site of an earlier Gothic church. Its history therefore involves two successive churches: the Gothic predecessor and the Baroque building. The transition between these architectural styles offers a tangible way to explore the history of Hořičky.

The church, together with its bell tower and surrounding wall, is a registered cultural monument. The interior contains notable tombstones. The monument thus comprises several named architectural elements, while the tombstones are a distinct feature of the interior.

In the 19th century, Hořičky was a popular summer spa town visited by many notable people. Its medical heritage includes the famous bone-setter Antonín Pich and the introduction of modern treatments for bone and joint disorders at the sanatoriums of MUDr. Alois Kutík and MUDr. Kašpar Rosa. The town’s spa history thus encompasses both visits by notable people and a specific history of treating bone and joint disorders.

Events and Theatre

The traditional Hořičská pilgrimage fair took place in Hořičky from 22 to 24 May 2026. That year, the funfair offered carousels and other attractions, as well as stalls selling fairground snacks and other treats. If you would like to plan your stay around a festival, check the dates for the relevant edition in advance.

Mečov village theatre develops its own theatrical productions with local residents and professional actors. Performance dates vary. Unlike a historic building, the focus here is on working together to create original productions.

Barunčina vyhlídka and Getting There

From Hořičky’s town square, a blue-marked trail leads to Barunčina vyhlídka after about 700 metres. If you plan to take this route, check local trail conditions. The viewpoint is at an altitude of 444 metres and has several benches for resting.

North of Hořičky, Barunčina vyhlídka offers views of the Polish Table Mountains, Náchodsko, including Dobrošov and Hejšovina, Adršpašsko, the Orlické Mountains, Opočno, and Česká Skalice. The panorama takes in both landscape regions and individual places.

Hořičky is accessible by bus; there is no train connection. As transport services may change, check the current bus timetable before travelling.

Discover more destinations: Sendraž, Bukovice, Machov, Slavětín Nad Metují, Rychnovek, Bozanov, Nový Hrádek, Velichovky.

For the broader travel overview: Okres Náchod.