Vlkanov: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The first written mention of Vlkanov dates back to 1361. Before the Hussite Wars, Vlkanov belonged to the Pivoň Monastery estate; since 1537, it has been part of the Poběžovice estate.

Landscape

The larger eastern part of the Vlkanov area stretches along the flat depression of the Vlkanovský potok stream and is predominantly used for agriculture. The wooded slopes of the Český les extend into the western part of the cadastral area.

Škarmanka is a mountain in the vicinity of Vlkanov. The mountains Železný vrch, Čerchov and Jacklberg lie in the wider regional surroundings of Vlkanov.

Culture

A remarkable cross can be visited directly in Vlkanov. The Vlkanov Rasovna is a well-known local historical feature mentioned in the works of the Catholic priest and writer Jindřich Šimon Baar. In the mid-19th century, the local hyclík (barber) was regarded as a healer whom people from the surrounding area sought out.

Activities and Events

The 35-kilometre-long Cycle Route 2141 runs through Vlkanov between Šitboř and Otov and is part of the Bavarian-Czech Friendship Trail.

In 2026, the municipality of Vlkanov invited the general public to traditional Easter shooting competitions with air rifles.

You can find more local pages at: Horní Kamenice, Nemanice, Brnirov, Vidice, Kaničky, Luženičky, Mnichov, Chrastavice.

For the higher-level travel overview: Domažlice District.