Discover Rybníky: Chapel, Mill and Trails

If you’re looking for a hotel in Rybníky, the local cultural sites and trails can help you shape the focus of your stay. For cultural and historical interests, there are the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the Neo-Gothic church and the water mill. Those who prefer to explore the landscape can follow a nature trail around the village; a regional cycle route also passes through Rybníky. The options differ both in subject matter and in route format.

Cultural history at the chapel and mill

The Chapel of Saint Margaret stands alone in a cemetery, about one kilometre from Rybníky in the direction of Moravský Krumlov. It is located in the former presbytery of a 13th-century church. Its history is also connected with Topanov: the medieval settlement disappeared in the 17th century, while the chapel dedicated to Saint Margaret survived. The two details tell different parts of the story: the loss of the village and the survival of the chapel in a former church space.

Another historical landmark is the Neo-Gothic Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius, which was consecrated on 25 July 1877. Together with the chapel, it spans the period from 13th-century church construction to the 19th century. The water mill also adds to the history of the village, but its two dates refer to different things: it was first mentioned in 1707, while the present building was constructed in 1804. The mill is occasionally used for social events. Those exploring the village’s history can distinguish the first mention from the construction of the present building.

Walks and events

The programme for the 2026 European Heritage Days includes a guided walk from Rybníky to Moravský Krumlov. It starts at Drápalův mlýn in Rybníky and follows the yellow waymarked trail to the chapel; the route passes the site of the vanished medieval settlement of Topanov. The traditional wine tasting is organised by ZO ČZS Rybníky; the 2026 edition is the 59th. If you’re planning your trip around one of these events, check the event dates.

Nature trail and cycle route compared

The “Mezi poli a lesy” nature trail starts at Rybníky’s recycling centre and offers a route of almost five kilometres around the village. Its information panels share facts about the nature and landscape of Rybníky. So the trail is defined not only by its length: its subject matter also clearly distinguishes it as a nature and landscape trail.

For cyclists, “Živé pomezí Krumlovsko–Jevišovicko” is another option. This established regional cycle route is 84 kilometres long, passes through Rybníky and is not a circular route. The comparison shows two different scales and formats: the almost five-kilometre nature trail around Rybníky and the longer cycle route that passes through the village.

Discover more travel destinations: Lubnice, Vémyslice, Běhařovice, Sumna, Horní Dunajovice, Dyjákovičky, Kadov, Jiřice U Moravských Budějovic.

For the broader travel overview: Okres Znojmo.