Poděvousy: Chapel, Local History and Cycling Route

Discover Poděvousy through several specific points of interest: the chapel in the village square, the history of the village and Cycling Route No. 3, which runs through Poděvousy. Nearby, Domažlice adds a castle and a museum to the picture. If you are planning a trip, you can decide whether you are most interested in historical traces, cycling or a cultural visit.

Chapel and Local History

The small chapel in the village square is dedicated to St. John of Nepomuk. It probably dates from the early 20th century. This brings together two distinct aspects: the chapel’s dedication and its approximate date of construction. It offers a concrete starting point for exploring the cultural history of Poděvousy, one directly connected to the village itself.

The first mention of Poděvousy, in 1115, appears in a forgery concerning the property of Kladruby Monastery. The year marks an early reference to the village, not necessarily its founding. Despite the uncertainty surrounding its early history, experts conclude that the village has an early feudal origin. In the 14th and 15th centuries, Poděvousy belonged to the Hrádek-Lacembok estate. From the 16th century until the end of the feudal era, the village shared its history with the estates of the Lobkowicz family and later the Trauttmansdorff family in Horšovský Týn.

In the 19th and early 20th centuries, many residents worked in the nearby Výtůň hard coal mines. The village’s history thus covers not only earlier changes in ownership, but also offers a glimpse of the work many residents did at the time. The timeline runs from the early mention of the village, through changing ties to local estates, to this more recent chapter of local history.

Cycling and Culture in the Surrounding Region

Cycling Route No. 3 runs through Poděvousy. If you would like to include cycling in your travel plans, you can use this route as a specific point of reference. Check the current signage before setting out.

In Domažlice, in the area around Poděvousy, you will find Chodský Castle and the Chodsko Museum. The castle tower is open to the public; check the latest opening information before your visit. The cultural focus there differs from the route through Poděvousy: the castle and museum are the main attractions, while the cycling route runs through the village.

Events in 2026

Veselá muzika z Chodska played at the 9th Municipal Ball on 14 March 2026. The young firefighters were responsible for decorating the hall and performing the opening act. A traditional pilgrimage festival was announced for 19–21 June 2026. The announced programme included live music, a football match and more music at a terrace restaurant. These two examples offer a glimpse of different kinds of events: a ball that took place and a pilgrimage programme announced for a specific period.

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For the main travel overview: Domažlice District.