Discover Ochoz: Pilávka Valley, Spring and Historic Chapels

Ochoz combines local history, walks through the Pilávka Valley and special local experiences. Historical records first mention Ochoz in 1351. Today, particular attention is drawn to the Ochozská kyselka spring and the village chapels. Those planning a stay combining nature, history and regional events will find several themes here that can be brought together into a discovery of their own. The historical traces range from the first mention of the village to the chapel buildings from the 17th, 19th and 20th centuries.

Through the Pilávka Valley to the Ochozská kyselka Spring

The Ochozská kyselka spring lies in the valley of the Pilávka River near the former Ochozský mlýn. It is a popular excursion destination, while the entire Pilávka Valley invites visitors to go for walks. The transition between valley and spring combines the landscape with a specific local destination. At present, the Ochozská kyselka is located at only one spring, which is in poor condition. At this spring, water can currently be drawn with a hand pump next to a wooden pavilion. This specific condition is part of the orientation to bear in mind when including the spring in your excursion plans.

Chapels with Different Historical Layers

The Chapel of Saint Wenceslas stands by the school in Ochoz and dates from 1884. The Chapel of Saint Libor offers a different historical connection: it stands at a crossroads of the old trade route towards Kladky. Its original chapel dates from 1669 and was rebuilt in 1910. In Ochoz, you therefore encounter not only individual buildings but also different periods of the village's history – from its first mention to the later changes made to the chapels.

Náš Mlýn, Events and Regional Cuisine

On the outskirts of Ochoz u Konice, Náš Mlýn is located in the Rakovské Valley, a project to revive the Ochozský mlýn. Náš Mlýn offers a venue for wedding receptions; guests can also rent the premises for several days to host a private event. As an independent 24-hour culinary experience, DEN U NÁS combines nature, traditions, crafts, art and cuisine. Major events in Ochoz include the Svatováclavské vepřové hody.

Discover Ochoz According to Your Travel Theme

When planning your stay around a theme, you can focus on different aspects, including walks in the Pilávka Valley, the historic chapels, the spring and regional events. The landscape aspect lies in the Pilávka Valley, while the chapels connect several historical periods. The spring adds a specific destination with a hand pump and pavilion to the walk; events and regional cuisine provide a distinct accent of their own.

More Places for Your Research

If you would like to consider more places when planning your trip, you can find Skalka U Prostějova, Němčice Nad Hanou, Pavlovice U Kojetína, Krumsín, Vincencov, Hradčany-Kobeřice, Biskupice Na Hané and Bílovice-Lutotín.

For the higher-level travel overview: Prostějov District.