Světlá between the Divoká Orlice and Tichá Orlice

Světlá lies between the Divoká Orlice and the Tichá Orlice, near their confluence. Two cycle routes, the riverside location and historical references offer different starting points for a stay. If you are looking for a hotel in Světlá, it helps to first decide whether your travel plans are based more on the named cycling connections, the location by the water or the local history. These different starting points can help you place the town in the context of your trip's focus.

Cycle routes around Světlá

Cycle Route 4160 connects Týniště nad Orlicí, Světlá and Borohrádek. It is classified as easy and is signposted along roads. The route listing was updated on 2 January 2022; signage and route conditions may change. Check both before setting out. The route runs over asphalt and paved surfaces and is suitable for MTB and trekking bikes. This lets you take the classification, surface and type of bicycle into account together when planning your rides.

A route description for Cycle Route 4161 published in 2025 runs from Podlesí via Kamenec, Poběžovice u Holic, Žďár nad Orlicí, Světlá and Chotiv to Moravsko. The two routes offer different points of reference: Route 4160 focuses on the connection between three towns and the route characteristics, while Route 4161 focuses on the sequence of named places. This gives you a concrete distinction for planning your rides: for Route 4160, the classification, surface and bicycle suitability are useful; for Route 4161, the sequence of places provides orientation. The years serve different purposes: 2022 dates the update to the Route 4160 listing; 2025 dates the description of the Route 4161 route.

Riverside location and history

A freely accessible place is located downstream from Světlá on the Divoká Orlice, near its confluence with the Tichá Orlice. This riverside spot is located more precisely than the general description of Světlá as lying between the two rivers. Local river conditions may vary; check them before your visit.

The first written mention of Žďár dates to 1342 and names Světlá alongside the estates of Horní Žďár and Chotiv. The settlement of Světlá itself is first mentioned in 1419. The two dates refer to different historical statements: 1342 for the mention of Žďár with the named estates, and 1419 for the first mention of the settlement. According to one interpretation, the name Světlá is derived from a small, bright, unforested hill.

Getting there

There is no bus stop in Světlá; Žďár nad Orlicí is just under two kilometres away. If you plan to travel by public transport, check the current connections before your trip. The distance is a practical factor when choosing where to stay and should be included in your travel planning.

For the broader travel overview: Žďár Nad Orlicí.