Vinary: Village Pond, History and Tradition

At the village pond in Vinary, several layers of history meet. The stone cross with a statue of the Crucified Christ, the statue of the Virgin Mary by the water and memories of the Návesák, once a larger pond, connect religious monuments with a changed landscape. There are also archaeological finds, former winegrowing and local events. Together, the water, the village’s history and community activities tell different stories about the place.

Monuments around the village pond

At the opposite end of the village pond, a stone cross with a statue of the Crucified Christ dating from 1751 stands in the village square. A statue of the Virgin Mary, erected in 1893, stands on the west side of the pond. The motifs offer different religious emphases: the Crucifixion in one place, and the depiction of Mary in the other. If you enjoy discovering historical details on your travels, the dates and locations of the two monuments provide concrete starting points for exploring the village’s history. This makes it possible to distinguish between the two different works of art and their locations.

How the landscape has changed

The Návesák was once larger than it is today and extended as far as the present-day clubhouse, the statue of the Virgin Mary and the fire station. These landmarks help illustrate the difference between its former and present-day extent. The statue of the Virgin Mary appears in two contexts: it stands on the west side of the pond and is also cited as a reference point for the pond’s former extent. Grapevines were once grown and wine produced on the northern slope of Vinary. Winegrowing is therefore part of the history of the local landscape, alongside memories of the pond’s former shape.

Traces of earlier times

Archaeological finds of stone axes and hearths are evidence of prehistoric settlement, probably dating from the 4th century. These finds date back long before the two monuments mentioned at the pond, adding a much earlier perspective to their history. Stone axes and hearths are distinct material traces of this settlement. Together with the later monuments and accounts of winegrowing and the pond, they reveal Vinary’s past from several perspectives: the history of life in the village, religious artworks and the use of the landscape.

Fishing and local events

Adults and children can fish for a fee in the Návesák pond in Vinary. The municipality publishes local fishing regulations; check them in advance for up-to-date details on permits. The traditional Silvestrovský fotbálek, held by firefighters from Vinary, is a football match at the end of the year. If you would like to include the match in your travel plans, check the specific date in advance.

A number of children’s days have also been documented in Vinary. On 2 June 2024, a children’s day featuring Večerníček was held at the sports ground by the clubhouse. Storybook characters set children various tasks at different stations; children who completed them received a sweet reward. In 2025, Vinary also held the Kloboukový dětský den. If a children’s festival is important for your travel dates, check the latest event schedule.

Plan a stay that suits you

When looking for a holiday apartment in Vinary, start by asking whether you want to plan your stay around a particular event or focus on the historic traces. An event date is a concrete planning consideration; the monuments and the history of the landscape are broader themes of a visit to the village.

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