Chrudichromy – Landscape and Local History

Explore Chrudichromy through its distinctive landscape and traces of history. The hill of Habří and the Svitava valley provide the landscape setting; coal mining, a chapel, an iron cross and a recurring goulash tasting round out the picture of the village.

The Landscape of Chrudichromy

Chrudichromy lies at the foot of Habří, a hill 441 metres high; its slope descends gently towards the Svitava valley. The named hill, gentle slope and valley together bring the landscape of the village into focus. For planning your trip, this landscape is a distinct point of interest alongside the village’s historical and cultural connections.

Historical Connections

Coal was mined in the area around Chrudichromy. At the roadside site near Trníček, mining began in 1910 and continued until 1923. Thus, a broader connection to the surrounding area sits alongside a precisely identified site and a specific time period.

The cast-iron Trníček cross stands beneath Trníček Hill, on the road towards Chrudichromy. The name Trníček therefore appears in two different contexts: the former coal-mining site by the road and the cross beneath the hill. The cross adds a religious landmark to the area’s industrial history.

Another chapter in the local economy is the cultivation of safflower. The plant was transported to Leipzig, Berlin and Hamburg. Unlike the coal mining located at Trníček, these three cities show where a locally grown product was taken.

Chapel, Pilgrimage and Nativity Scene

A parish announcement from June 2017 described the Cyril and Methodius pilgrimage celebration as a traditional event and said that a Mass would be held at the chapel if the weather was suitable. If you would like to plan your stay around this celebration, check the date for your visit. If you are staying for the occasion, bear in mind the weather condition as well as the date, since the Mass at the chapel was planned for suitable weather.

Another connection to the chapel is the Chrudichromský betlém. In December 2016, a new nativity scene was exhibited there; the figures of the Holy Family were carved by Jiří Vraj from limewood. The two chapel connections are distinct: the pilgrimage celebration is a religious occasion, while the betlém is a handcrafted work.

Visitor information from December 2016 noted that the chapel containing the nativity scene could be viewed through glazed panels, rather than being open permanently. Before visiting, check whether this option is currently available.

A Goulash Tasting as a Reason to Visit

Chrudichromský gulášek is a recurring local goulash tasting. The tenth edition was announced for 19 September 2026; that date has already passed. If you would like to plan your stay around the tasting, check the date for your travel period.

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