Hroznová Lhota: Building History, Villa and Cycling Route

Hroznová Lhota lies on the north bank of the Velička stream. Its historical connections are marked by specific dates and people; for theatre and festivals, bookings or dates matter, while for the cycling route, its current status is important. This can help you decide more precisely what brings you to the area before looking for a hotel.

Building history in the village

The Church of St John the Baptist was built in 1654 and remodelled in 1902 in a historicist style. The two dates represent different phases of construction: 1654 marks its construction, and 1902 its later remodelling. “Historicist” describes a design that draws on older styles. So, when considering the church, its early origins are not the only relevant aspect; its later alterations are also part of its building history. This sequence offers a clear chronological comparison if you are interested in how historic places were established and later developed.

Joža Uprka and the villa

Joža Uprka’s studio house was remodelled into a two-storey villa in 1904, based on a design by Dušan Jurkovič. Unlike the church, the focus here is on a specific year of remodelling and the name of the architect. Auguste Rodin visited the villa; the Mrštík brothers, Zdenka Braunerová, Vítězslav Novák, Leoš Janáček and Hanuš Schweiger also met there. Rodin’s visit and the gatherings of the other named figures are distinct cultural connections. Together with the building’s history, they give the house a distinctive place in the village’s history.

Important for planning: The villa is privately owned and is not open to the public. Check locally whether a visit is possible before making plans. You can also include the house as a cultural and historical reference without expecting to visit it.

Theatre and local events

The Hroznolhotský ochotnický spolek Hrozen accepts bookings for theatre performances. Confirm the booking arrangements before planning your trip around a performance. The 2025 description of Hroznolhotské hody mentions cimbalom and brass music, dancing and festive specialities. Velikonoční košt vína is a traditional Easter wine exhibition in Hroznová Lhota. If you are planning a trip for a future period, check the specific event dates separately. For a performance, booking is a separate step in your planning; for the festivals, it is important whether their dates fit your stay.

Cycling and trip planning

A cycling route runs from Hroznová Lhota to Veselí nad Moravou and continues along the Baťa Canal. Check the route’s current status before setting out. The route offers a different way to plan your trip than dated building phases or a fixed event date: it is a cycling connection, and its condition at the time of your trip matters for your plans.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Hýsly, Žeraviny, Mouchnice, Malá Vrbka, Milotice U Kyjova, Lipov, Velká Nad Veličkou, Domanín

For the main travel overview: Okres Hodonín.