Dvory U Lažišť: Chapels, Architecture and the Blanice

If you are considering a stay in Dvory U Lažišť, you can explore specific themes relating to architectural history and the landscape. Historical landmarks include two chapels, a folk Baroque façade and a Gothic portal. Along the Blanice, the focus is on well-preserved gold-mining spoil heaps and a geological site. The different themes are distinguished by their historical dates, architectural details and connection to the river landscape.

Chapels and dated local history

The Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary was built in Dvory at the beginning of the 20th century. On 21 July 1905, it was consecrated by Martin Josef Říha, Bishop of České Budějovice. A commemorative plaque was added later: it was set into the chapel wall on 15 March 1928. The construction, consecration and later commemoration can thus be understood as distinct stages in its history.

The Chapel of St. Adalbert has different historical landmarks. The Slavík family had it built by the road at the bend toward Lažiště; it was later added to the register of protected monuments. In 2016, the stone wall around the chapel and spring was restored. Unlike the consecration and commemoration dates associated with the other chapel, the focus here is on its listing as a monument and the restoration of the masonry.

Architecture at house number 11

The U Hesů farmstead, house number 11 in Dvory, has a folk Baroque-style façade. It was designed by the renowned master builder Jakub Bursa. The façade is therefore a specific architectural landmark, distinct from the history of the chapels.

A Gothic portal is also set into the entrance of house number 11 in Dvory. It probably came from Hrádek Castle near Husinec, so its origin should be regarded as probable rather than certain. In considering the building’s history, the focus here is on the Gothic portal and its presumed origin, while at the U Hesů farmstead it is the folk Baroque style and its attribution to Jakub Bursa by name that stand out.

The Blanice: gold-mining spoil heaps and trails

The geological site Řeka Blanice u Dvorů includes very well-preserved gold-mining spoil heaps in the Blanice floodplain. The area between Zábrdí, Dvory and the Husinec Reservoir is particularly noteworthy. The site’s geographical extent thus covers several named points along the river landscape. The Blanice floodplain is as important for orientation as the site’s location between these places and the reservoir.

Gold was probably mined here during several periods; the greatest boom is attributed to the 12th and 13th centuries. Two distinct aspects therefore come together: the well-preserved spoil heaps as a geological feature and the cautious historical assessment of when gold mining grew most intensive.

The site can be reached via a walking trail that runs more than 250 metres from the road. When planning your visit, take the trail’s route into account and check the trail conditions beforehand. The Krajem Mistra Jana Husa tourist route also passes through Dvory. As route details may change, it is advisable to check the current route when planning your trip.

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