Vlastiboř: Landscape and History

When looking for a hotel for a trip to Vlastiboř, you can first decide what matters most to you: the landscape, settlement history, or local memorial sites. The village is near the valley of the Kamenice stream and on the eastern slope of Strážník. A green-marked hiking trail leads from a partisan sculpture group past a forester’s hut to a partisan dugout. The landscape, local history, and memorial sites offer different points of interest for your trip.

Landscape and Location

Vlastiboř is near the valley of the Kamenice stream. The village is also on the eastern slope of Mount Strážník. Part of Vlastiboř lies in an east-descending valley formed by the slopes of Strážník and Veselka. The location on the eastern slope and the description of the valley complement each other: the valley concerns part of the village. Because of its proximity to the Kamenice Valley, Vlastiboř is predominantly used for recreation. The well-known Bozkov Caves are also nearby. This distinguishes the village’s location by the Kamenice Valley from the caves as another point of interest in the surrounding area.

Settlement History and Early References

The settlement was established during the Czech colonization of the area around Železný Brod in the 14th and 15th centuries. The first written reference to Vlastiboř is dated to 1565 and comes from copies of the tax registers of the Návarov estate. These copies mention seven farmers in the village of Wlastiborz. The settlement’s origins and its written reference are distinct points of reference for its chronology: the settlement history dates back to the 14th and 15th centuries, while the dated register entry refers to 1565. The seven farmers mentioned are a specific entry from that period.

Hiking Trail and Partisan Memorial Sites

A partisan sculpture group stands by the Sokolovna. From there, a green-marked hiking trail leads past a forester’s hut to the partisan dugout. Trail markings may change; check them locally if you plan to use the route. The partisan group Konstantin built the dugout in 1944. At the entrance stands a granite pylon from 1974 with a commemorative plaque. The years refer to different things here: 1944 is the year the dugout was built, and 1974 is the year of the pylon.

Other local memorials include a monument to the victims of the First World War of 1914–1918. A restored bell tower is also one of the notable local landmarks. The memorial sites relate to different historical events: the dugout is associated with the partisan group Konstantin, while the monument commemorates the victims of the First World War. The bell tower is another local point of interest.

Plan Your Journey

Bus services are available on weekdays. If you plan to travel by bus, check the schedules for your travel date. This will help you plan your journey to suit your stay.

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