Locenice: The Masopust Tradition and Local History

Locenice lies in the hilly landscape of South Bohemia. The town offers several different points of interest to help you plan your trip: the annual Staročeská koleda Masopust tradition, the Chapel of Saint Agnes of Bohemia, a war memorial, and cultural and sporting events. If you are looking for a hotel in Locenice, these themes can help you tailor your stay to your interests and preferred travel dates.

Staročeská koleda: Masopust with music and dancing

Staročeská koleda is an annual Masopust tradition in Locenice. The volunteer fire brigade keeps the custom alive. Participants go from house to house to brass band music, accompanied by costumed characters. In the evening, the Koleda concludes with a dance celebration at the local inn. The custom thus includes both the procession from house to house and a shared evening celebration. If you plan to travel specifically for the Koleda, check the date for your chosen year in advance.

Chapel and memorial sites

The Chapel of Saint Agnes of Bohemia was completed and solemnly consecrated in 1997. Services are held there regularly, once a month. The year it was built and consecrated, along with the recurring monthly service, give the chapel both historical and religious significance. The memorial to those who fell in the First World War commemorates 29 local people who lost their lives in the war. The bust of T. G. Masaryk at the memorial was ceremonially unveiled again on March 11, 1990. The chapel and memorial highlight different aspects of local history: religious tradition and remembrance of those killed in the war.

Folklore with historical points of reference

The music and dance tradition also has its own historical milestones. The Květena folklore ensemble was founded in Locenice in 1965 to perform Doudleby songs and dances. In 1974, Staročeská koleda was broadcast live on Czechoslovak television. These two dates point to different forms of cultural heritage: the founding of a folklore ensemble and the live broadcast of a local custom. For travelers interested in regional culture, both the song and dance repertoire and the history of the Koleda contribute to the picture of Locenice.

Landscape and events

The Ločenický Duathlon combines running and cycling. The competition took place on the sports field in Locenice on July 20, 2024, and July 12, 2025; it is also listed in the events calendar for 2026. If you would like to plan your stay around this competition, check the listing for the relevant year. A traditional exhibition of stationary engines offered a different focus: it was held on the village square grounds on June 28, 2025, with demonstrations of how the engines work. The events therefore differ not only in when they take place, but also in their themes—one combining running and cycling, the other showcasing the technology of stationary engines.

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