Discover Sazovice: Museum, Church and Active Days

Sazovice combines history, distinctive architecture, sports and various opportunities for activities. Those looking for accommodation in Sazovice can therefore tailor their stay to different interests: with a visit to the local history museum, a tour of the Church of Saint Wenceslas, sporting activities or routes to Zlín. In addition, Starý hanácký právo, a folk custom that is still maintained today, gives the village its own cultural character.

Local History Museum and Church of Saint Wenceslas

The Sazovice Local History Museum opened on 28 September 2010 in House No. 21. On display are furniture and household objects characteristic of domestic culture from the late 19th century to the first half of the 20th century. The focus is therefore not only on individual objects, but also on the domestic world of several generations. Visits to the local history museum can be arranged through the Sazovice municipal office.

Another prominent place is the Church of Saint Wenceslas. It was consecrated on 13 May 2017 and is dedicated to Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of the municipality. Its cylindrical shape resembles a roll of paper from which sheets are coming loose. This unusual architectural design makes the church a destination in its own right in the village. The cycling tour “3 days of cycling in Otrokovice and its surroundings” also passes the architecturally valuable church.

Sports Facilities and Varied Activities

The multifunctional sports complex in Sazovice is used for sports all year round. In winter, depending on the weather, an ice rink for recreational skating is available there. The badminton hall has a badminton court measuring 13.4 × 6.10 metres, can also be used for group training and additionally has a marked floorball court. Those who prefer tennis will find a bookable clay tennis court.

These various facilities allow you to choose clearly according to your mood and interests without having to leave the village for every activity. The specific offerings nevertheless differ: the swimming pool in Sazovice measures 25 × 12 metres and is 1.1 to 1.5 metres deep, while the multifunctional sports complex may be used differently in winter depending on the weather.

Routes to Zlín and Regional Orientation

The pilgrimage route from Sazovice to Zlín runs along unpaved paths. The cycling tour “3 days of cycling in Otrokovice and its surroundings” is considered an easy route and also passes Sazovice and the Church of Saint Wenceslas. For orientation by public transport, bus line 154 serves the Sazovice, Jednota stop and travels via Mysločovice to both Zlín and Holešov.

Starý hanácký právo as a Living Tradition

Starý hanácký právo is a folk custom that is still maintained in Sazovice. It includes a festive procession with rychtáři, during which the law represented by ribbons is handed over. A programme for Starý hanácký právo was scheduled in Sazovice for 6 and 7 June 2026. This date is now in the past; as a cultural theme, however, the custom remains part of the described identity of the village.

Other Destinations in the Area

If you are considering Sazovice as a starting point for discovering other places, here are the area's direct destinations: Vysoké Pole, Drnovice U Valašských Klobouk, Slavičín, Zlin, Dešná, Jestrabi, Pozlovice and Valašské Klobouky.

For the higher-level travel overview: Zlín District.