Benediktinská myslivna, chata Hvězda Summer palace
Benediktinská myslivna, chata Hvězda, located in the village of Police nad Metují in the district of Náchod in the Králové Hradec region. It is a wooden restaurant with accommodation, built in the 19th century by a monastery large estate. The monument is protected as a national cultural monument of the Czech Republic.
This wooden restaurant is remarkable with its unique architecture and historical context. It is one of the few preserved examples of Baroque architecture in this area. The history of this monument goes far beyond the 19th century.
The monastery estate that built it owned extensive land nearby. In the 19th century he decided to build a wooden restaurant and guest accommodation. The construction was carried out in a Baroque style which was very popular at the time.
The architecture of this wooden restaurant is remarkable with its details. It's made of wood and has a distinctive baroque facade. The interior is equipped with wooden ceilings and decorated with simple elements.
The monastery's great estate owned this monument until the end of the 20th century. At that time, the restaurant was closed and decaying. It was restored in the 1990s and is now open to the public again.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- Around 1350
- The creation of a monastery large estate
- 19th Century
- Status of wooden restaurant and accommodation
- End of the 20th Century
- Monastic estate lost ownership
- 90th year of the 20th century
- Restaurant wooden restaurant
Architectural development
This castle was built in a Baroque style and served as a hunting lodge for the benedictine religious people. Located in the Giant Mountains, near Harrachov.
Points of interest
- In the 19th century it was decided to build a wooden restaurant in a Baroque style which was very popular at the time.
- The monastery estate owned extensive properties in the area on which a wooden restaurant was built.
- The inner spaces are equipped with wooden ceilings and decorated with simple elements.
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Welcome! You're standing in front of the Benedict Hunting House, Star Cottage, this year in the beautiful Police nad Metují environment. It is a wooden restaurant with accommodation facilities, which was built in the 19th century by a monastery large estate. Right now you can look at her wooden facade, which is a sightseeing point with a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape.
Let's move on to the historical context. In the 19th century, the monastery's great estate was involved in the construction of many wooden structures like this hunting ground. It was probably built as a summer residence for higher nobility. It is possible that significant figures from around here stayed. Unfortunately, historical records of this construction are incomplete, but it is certain that it was an important part of landscape architecture at the time.
Note that wooden structures are carved into the form of decorative ornaments. It's typical of the wooden architecture of the time. The wood was chosen for its durability and uniqueness. The construction is characterized by simplicity and simplicity. This is proof that wooden structures were widely used at the time.
Let's move on to the stories and personalities associated with this place. Unfortunately, there are no historical records of any significant figures who were present here. Instead, you can focus on the atmosphere that exists here. It's a place where you can relax and admire the beauty of nature.
The interesting thing is that this wooden structure is exceptional in its durability. Although it is over 100 years old, it still stands and acts as a living part of landscape architecture. It is proof of how well the construction was designed and built.
Allow me to invite you to further explore this beautiful wooden structure. She's standing in front of you waiting for you to examine her. You could stop by her front, see the details and relax in a quiet atmosphere.
Tips for visitors
The best time to visit is from April to October, when the weather is the hottest and most fertile.
Parking is possible at the property, but we recommend public transport which connects Police nad Metují with nearby towns and towns in the vicinity.
Don't forget to bring comfortable shoes and suitable clothes to walk in the woods.
You can take pictures in and around the courtyard of the building, but remember to respect the privacy of visitors and nature protection.
In the vicinity of the building is a visit to the castle Metují and castle Náchod, which are accessible by foot or by car.
For kids
Imagine going back 500 years to the past. Here you are in the beautiful Giant Mountains, where lies the secrets of ancient forests and magical rocks. And this is where you'll find the Benedict Hunting House, the Star Cottage - an amazing hunting lodge built for the Benedict Riders.
How did it look here? Who lived here? What happened here? In the 18th century the castle was built as a place where the Benedict monks could relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. They were true adventurers who devoted themselves to prayer, study and hunting.
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Nearby
Giant Mountains, nature reserves
Accommodation nearby
Themed route
1. Benediktinská myslivna, chata Hvězda (summer house) This hunting ground was built in 1895 for emperor Franz Joseph I. as a summer residence. It is located in a beautiful forest environment around the village Police nad Metují.
Police nad Metují The town lies in the valley of the river Metuje and offers a quiet atmosphere. It is known for its historic buildings and riding paths.
3. Church of St. Jacob the Greater (in the centre of the village) The church is a late Gothic building from 1496, which was later baroque.
4. Memorial to the victims of World War I It is located in a cemetery in the centre of the village and reminds of the victims of the First World War.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring: In the spring season there is a special atmosphere of the Benediktin hunting house, the Star cottage, which opens after a long winter sleep. Forests around the building are green and the first spring flowers bloom, creating a pleasant environment for walks. It is convenient to visit this monument in spring when the weather is sunny and warm, and there are not many tourists.
Summer: In the summer, it's best to visit the Benediktin hunting grounds, the Star cabin, early in the morning to avoid crowds of tourists. Forests are green and blooming, creating a pleasant environment for walks. It is also convenient to visit this monument during the season when the weather is sunny and warm.
Autumn: In the autumn season there is a special atmosphere of the Benediktin hunting house, the Star cottage, which opens after the summer season. The woods around the building are colored into beautiful moods, creating a pleasant environment for walks. It is convenient to visit this monument in autumn, when the weather is colder and there are fewer tourists.
Winter: In the winter season there is a special atmosphere of the Benediktin hunting house, the Star cottage, which opens after the autumn season. The woods around the object are covered with snow and create a pleasant environment for walks. It is convenient to visit this monument in winter, when there are shorter opening times and there are fewer tourists.
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