Discover Lhota pod Radčem

Lhota pod Radčem brings together village history and clearly defined cultural and landscape features. The present-day Church of St. James and St. Philip, the history of the Malá Lhota settlement and the Radeč climbing area above the village offer concrete points of interest for a range of visitors. The location below the Radeč Massif and the 654-metre-high Čihátko also helps put the destination in context. This overview separates historical points of interest, landscape and climbing plans so you can assess which topics are relevant to your stay.

Landscape and natural setting

The village lies below the Radeč Massif, which is part of the Brdy range, and below Čihátko Hill, which is 654 metres high. To get your bearings, it is useful to distinguish between the two names: Radeč refers here to the massif, while Čihátko refers to the individual hill and its elevation. The wider natural setting also includes the Lhota Forest District: most of it extends across Radeč Nature Park, while a smaller northern section reaches into the Křivoklátsko Protected Landscape Area. These protected-area references relate to the Lhota Forest District.

Church and village history

The present-day Church of St. James and St. Philip was built in the 18th century. It is listed as an immovable cultural monument. Lhota pod Radčem was also designated a village heritage zone; this designation took effect on 1 January 2005. Thus, an individually protected building and the designation of the village as a zone provide two distinct historical points of reference.

The village’s earlier history can also be understood through two details. Lhota pod Radčem was first mentioned in writing in 1352, while the Malá Lhota settlement was established in the 14th century. Only one mill from that settlement survives today. The year 1352 refers to the first written mention of the village, while the 14th-century date concerns the history of Malá Lhota.

Radeč climbing area

The Radeč climbing area lies above Lhota pod Radčem and includes numerous boulders and several climbing routes. Bouldering and climbing routes are two distinct ways to include the area in your travel plans. From the car park by the football pitch, access follows the red hiking trail for about 400 metres, then continues for about 900 metres along a forest road to the base of the prominent overhang at the start of the rocks. Both distances are approximate; the route description distinguishes the hiking trail from the forest road that follows it. Check access conditions and climbing restrictions before visiting.

Amenities and bus routes

Lhota pod Radčem has two pubs, a grocery shop and several other small shops. As local services may change, check what is available before planning a visit. The village is served by the Zbiroh–Rokycany–Plzeň and Zbiroh–Rokycany bus routes. If you plan to travel by bus, check the timetables for your travel date; schedules and operators may change.

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