Discover Zubří

Zubří is situated in a gently hilly landscape at an elevation of 500 to 800 m, predominantly characterized by coniferous forests. The village thus combines a woodland setting with short distances, regional customs and distinctive historical details. Zubří may be of particular interest to you if you would like to combine nature experiences, cycling and insights into local life.

Hiking between Forest and Pond

Zubří lies on a blue-marked hiking trail in the Žďárské vrchy Protected Landscape Area. The local hiking trails are mostly short, have moderate climbs and lead through a quiet, picturesque landscape. An approximately seven-kilometre circular route through the natural surroundings also starts in Zubří. It leads towards Zuberský rybník; the “Po stopách posledního vlka” educational trail also runs there. This makes it possible to combine a manageable circular route with a themed trail in the same landscape.

Quiet Routes for Cycling Trips

The surroundings of Zubří also offer numerous quiet, lightly trafficked roads suitable for cycling. The Posázavská long-distance cycle route is signposted on road III/36039. Those who choose accommodation according to their preferred daily activities will therefore find a clear distinction here between short hikes through the natural surroundings and longer cycling trips along signposted routes. The landscape remains the common point of reference: gentle elevations, coniferous forests and lightly trafficked roads define the character of the stay.

Chapel and Living Festival Traditions

A prominent cultural point of reference is the Zuberská Chapel. It was consecrated on 25 September 1904. Since 1968, a church service has been held there regularly on the feast day of Saints Peter and Paul; on this day, the residents of Zubří celebrate the Zuber pilgrimage. The chapel therefore represents not only a historical date but also a local tradition connected with a recurring feast day.

Further customs give the village's annual cycle its own distinctive character. The tradition of the Masopust masked procession in Zubří was revived in 2001. During the procession, the masked participants visit all the houses in Zubří accompanied by music. Martinské hody is celebrated on the Sunday closest to the feast of Saint Martin, but not every year.

Historical Features Along the Way

In the garden of house no. 12 on the way towards Pohledec, almost hidden by the tree crowns, stands a small technical heritage structure: a windmill from the 1930s. It was formerly used to pump water and supply the entire property, including the garden. During the war, it was also used provisionally for grinding flour. Its historical function makes it an unusual detail of the village's history; this does not imply that it can currently be visited.

The “Stopa Járy Cimrmana” is also one of the village's distinctive features. It was created by children from the Černé ovce camp, second session, near Bidláky, and ceremonially unveiled on 16 August 2006 at the “Téčko” behind the BVV. Together with the chapel, festivals, hiking trails and technical heritage structure, this detail shows that Zubří opens up its surroundings not only through the landscape but also through local stories and community traditions.

Further destinations for orientation: Bystřice Nad Pernštejnem, Sklené Nad Oslavou, Pokojov, Býšovec, Březejc, Bukov, Rožná, Vlkov.

For the higher-level travel overview: Žďár Nad Sázavou District.