Stojice – Village History and Culture

Stojice between local history and landscape

Stojice lies in the northwestern part of the Železné hory. In the village, you will find various points of reference: the late Gothic Kostel Všech svatých, a preserved ensemble of rural village buildings, the sandstone statue of St. John of Nepomuk and the marked cycling route 4128. These features connect the village’s history with its structure and cycling traffic. They give a concrete impression of what makes Stojice a distinctive destination.

Church and historic village character

Kostel Všech svatých is a late Gothic church. Its grounds include a cemetery, a mortuary and an enclosing wall. A notable ribbed vault is preserved in the presbytery. The building’s form, vault and associated structures are distinct features of this church ensemble.

The dates associated with the church represent different periods in its history: in 1350, it was transferred to the newly established Diocese of Litomyšl. The associated parish ceased to exist in the 17th century; in 1867, F. Schmoranz remodeled the church in the Neo-Gothic style. Another testament to the village’s history is the sandstone statue of St. John of Nepomuk, dating from 1672. The church, parish and statue thus point to different historical contexts.

The rural village ensemble is also part of the preserved village character. Stojice has preserved historic village buildings with their traditional layout and architectural character. This draws attention not only to a single religious building, but also to the structure of the village.

Cycling route, water and regional location

Stojický rybník lies in the built-up area of Stojice, along the course of the Struha stream. The pond and stream provide a local landscape feature within the settlement. Marked cycling route 4128 also runs through the built-up area. If cycling is part of your reason for traveling, its route is a useful point of reference for finding your way around the village.

Road I/17 connects Stojice with Heřmanův Městec, Chrudim and Čáslav. These road connections add links to the named places to the local perspective. The Železné hory Protected Landscape Area begins approximately six kilometers from Stojice. Together with Stojice’s location in the northwestern part of the Železné hory, this provides a regional context for planning your trip.

Events as a reason to travel

Stojice hosts the annual STOJICKÉ SAKO nohejbal sports event for the Stojice municipal traveling trophy. Traditional events also include an annual Advent concert in the local church. If you would like to plan your trip around either of these events, check the specific date in advance.

The sports complex’s multipurpose court can also be reserved for use: reservations are made in person or by phone with the facility manager. As booking arrangements may change, it is best to confirm the process before making plans.

Choose your hotel stay to suit the purpose of your trip

When looking for a hotel for Stojice, your reason for traveling is a useful starting point. If you are interested in local history, the church, statue and rural village ensemble are the main attractions. If you are traveling for STOJICKÉ SAKO or the Advent concert, the specific event date is key. Cyclists can take the route of cycling route 4128 into account when planning their time in the village.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Libišany, Křičeň, Poběžovice U Holic, Jankovice, Kunětice, Ostřetín, Urbanice, Svinčany.

For the overview of the wider area: Okres Pardubice.