Červené Janovice: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

At Červené Janovice Castle, a masonry bridge, ramparts and other remains mark the site of a former water castle dating from the 14th century.

Culture and History

According to various sources, the former fortress was rebuilt into a magnificent castle in 1600 by the stucco artist Karel Bretani from Vlach. The castle includes Renaissance arcades preserved in the courtyard, now glazed in.

During repairs to the Church of St Martin in 1875, original Gothic stone window surrounds were discovered; the window behind the altar also had its original Gothic form. The new church was consecrated on 15 October 1911 by Bishop Th.Dr. Josef Doubrava.

The statue of the young fisherman has stood at Na Městečku for more than 100 years. It was carved from Hořice sandstone in 1911, professionally restored in 2025 and placed back on its pedestal.

Landscape and Water

Katlov is a pond with a large recreational area. At Katlov, visitors can fish with Jakub Vágner.

Benches were installed at the Pohan rest area in spring 2025. An avenue of eight oak trees was also planted there in spring 2025.

Geographical Setting

The main road from Čáslav to Zruč nad Sázavou runs through Červené Janovice; it was opened in 1829.

Local Life

On Saturday, 11 May 2024, Sokol Červené Janovice organised the traditional Staročeské máje maypole procession in Janovice.

Other Places

Other local pages: Zbýšov, Vodranty, Žehušice, Souňov, Horka I, Vinaře, Mocovice, Nepoměřice.

To the higher-level travel overview: Kutná Hora District.