BenešovOur village

The first documentation about Benešov dates back

to 1362. There used to be deep oak and spruce woods. That is why they are in our village emblem. There live about 7 houndred inhabitants now.

Our village is situated on the highest place of the Drahany Highlands

between the tops of Paprč (721m) and Skalky (735m).

Benešov has charming surroundings from the

Nature Reserve of Pavlov´s wet grounds

where you can see some of the protected flowers.

Church of Raising the St. Cross comes from the

18th century. It is protected as national cultural monument.

Cultural centre where people can spend their leasure time at balls, dancing parties,

theathre performances or concerts.

pekárna

We have own bakery where you can buy many delicious products. Open daily from 6.30 am to 8.00 pm.

Local grocery is in a centre of

the village.

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Next to the bakery there is a Morava restaurant. Except having lunch here you can see an exhibition of pictures painted by local

painters.

Health care centre for our inhabitants and people from

surrounging villages.

Our municipal hall with a local library

and an internet room.

Are you lovers of horses? Then come to

a stable in Pavlov. You can either watch hourses or ride them.

Near the village stands the Skalky radar which

monitors the weather for the Czech Hydro-

Meteorological Institute.

Our region attracts many tourists and cyclists.

There are also good conditions for hiking and cross-counry skiing.

Charming Pavlov´s Chapel –

built in 1994

Our school was established 50 years ago. At present 123 pupils attend the

school.

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At this place we remember victims of the World Wars

Radim Kovář – a young talented biker is a member of

our local bike team Moravec Benešov. He is a winner of the Mountain Bike Czech National

Cup