Lhota: History and Cycling Routes

Lhota combines local history with specific points of interest for travelers interested in local heritage or cycling. Its historical record spans from the first written mention in 1275 to the restoration of the Chapel of St. Wenceslas in summer 2020. Two routes are associated with Lhota for getting around on two wheels: Route No. 5035 passes through the village on the stretch between Týn nad Bečvou and Ratiboř, while Route No. 6137 connects Lhota with Soběchleby and Blazice. Whether you want to get to know Lhota mainly through its history or see it as a stop on a cycling tour, the following information offers specific points of reference.

Local history through dated points of reference

The first written mention of Lhota dates from 1275 and is associated with Petr z Kozařiny Lhoty. Another historical reference is recorded for 1447, when Lhota belonged to the Helfštýn estate. The two pieces of information mark different aspects of local history—a reference to the village in an early document associated with a person’s name, and its later affiliation with an estate. They can therefore be considered as separate points in time, rather than being mixed up with the building history of the chapel.

The Chapel of St. Wenceslas and historical objects

The residents built the Chapel of St. Wenceslas in 1834. It was restored in summer 2020. The year it was built and its restoration thus mark two different stages in the building’s history. Weddings can be held in the restored chapel. If a celebration is relevant to your trip, check local arrangements and possible dates before making plans.

Another testimony to the village’s history is the “Historická stříkačka – koňka,” a historic horse-drawn fire engine. It was brought from Brno to Lhota in 1895 and ceremonially blessed. While the chapel brings together architectural history and dedication, the fire engine’s story focuses on the equipment, its origin, and its transfer to Lhota. Together, these two examples show different ways of approaching the local past: a 19th-century building and a historic piece of equipment brought from Brno.

Archaeological finds and the landscape

The “Za Humny” archaeological site adds finds from a much earlier period to the later historical records. A field survey conducted there on June 9, 2013, uncovered fragments of Linear Pottery culture, a small quantity of chipped stone tools, and a very well-preserved perforated axe. The finds are kept at the Muzeum Komenského v Přerově. In terms of chronology, this approach differs from the medieval written records: archaeological finds are considered alongside dated references and later building history. The Šišemka stream flows through Lhota, and the extensive Svinec forest stretches northeast of the village.

Cycling routes with different connections

Cycling Route No. 5035 runs from Týn nad Bečvou to Ratiboř and passes through Lhota 3.5 kilometers after its starting point. It is a moderate, signposted road route with an asphalt surface, suitable for all types of bicycles. This makes it possible to identify Lhota as a specific point along the route. Check current signage and route conditions before setting off.

Route No. 6137 connects Lhota with Soběchleby and Blazice. Here too, it is advisable to check the current cycling route signs before your trip. The named destinations distinguish the routes: Lhota lies on the way from Týn nad Bečvou to Ratiboř on Route 5035, while Route 6137 connects Lhota with Soběchleby and Blazice. When planning, you can therefore start with the named places and also take the stated route details into account for Route 5035.

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