Subschitz: Village Green, Heights and Building Culture

Subschitz (Zubčice) can be understood through three themes: its location in the Poluška Hills, routes offering views of the surrounding elevations, and a distinctive historic village structure. Cycle route 1199 Práčov–Velešín passes through Zubčice. In Práčov, it connects with the Vltava Cycle Route from Šumava to Mělník, which is part of the international EuroVelo 7 route. When choosing a destination for a hotel stay, the landscape, village appearance and architectural history offer concrete clues to the character of the place. Check the cycle route signs and conditions before setting out.

Heights and Views

Zubčice lies at the foot of the Poluška Hills, also locally known as Kuklíky, at an elevation of about 620 metres above sea level. Horní Háj lies on the northeastern slope of Zubčice and reaches 739 metres, making it the highest point in the municipality. The two figures refer to different points: about 620 metres for the village’s location at the foot of the hills, and 739 metres for the highest point in the municipality. Hiking and cycling routes around Zubčice offer views of the village of Svatý Ján nad Malší on the opposite mountain. Local routes also offer views of Včelíny, Kleť and the horizon of Blanský les.

Village Structure and History

A village green is an open space in a village. In Zubčice, the structure of a village founded around a circular village green remains recognisable; a wooden bell tower stands on the green. Markvartice’s grassy village green is surrounded by lime trees and large farmsteads, which indicate its original circular layout. The two places thus offer different signs of a circular village layout: in Zubčice, the surviving structure; in Markvartice, the green’s enclosure by trees and farmsteads. The first written mention of Zubčice dates from 1358 and is associated with the Lords of Pořešín.

Chapels, a Monument and a Mill

The Chapel of the Virgin Mary in Markvartice was built in 1873 and has also been restored. Its historicist style features Baroque and Classicist elements. “Historicist” denotes the overarching style, while Baroque and Classicism refer to the design elements. House No. 12 in Zubčice is listed as a cultural monument. Pflégrův mlýn is a large farmstead on the Zubčický potok; it was built in 1867 by miller Jan Pfleger (1816–1889). The farmstead is not open to visitors, so do not plan to visit it as a sightseeing destination.

Sports and Music

The tennis courts of TJ Zubčice are located above the village. They form a fenced facility with changing rooms and a technical building, primarily intended for recreational sport. Check the current arrangements for use before visiting. The Zubčická lavina restaurant hosts entertainment evenings with live music of various genres. Check before your trip whether an event is scheduled during your stay.

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