Špičky offers three tangible starting points for planning a trip: the Soví stezka owl learning trail, the Church of Saints Simon and Jude, and the varied hilly landscape. Depending on your interests, you can focus on a family-friendly activity, a historic building or getting your bearings in the surrounding area.
Hilly Landscape Between Hill and River Floodplain
The cadastral area of Špičky lies in the Příborská pahorkatina, a varied hilly landscape with a distinctly erosional and denudational relief. This classification describes terrain shaped by erosion and denudation, giving the surrounding area a different character from a flat plain. One landmark to the north is Vysoká stráž hill: at 370 m above sea level, it is considered the highest point in the surrounding landscape. By contrast, the Bečva floodplain lies along the southern edge of the cadastral area, at about 250 m above sea level. These figures mark two different topographical features: the hill north of Špičky and the river floodplain to the south. The elevation given for the floodplain is explicitly approximate.
The Soví stezka Learning Trail
The Soví stezka starts at the kindergarten, where you can pick up a map. Its eleven stops lead through Špičky and end at a photo spot. The learning trail is aimed at children and families, teaches visitors about owls, and is freely accessible year-round. It thus connects clearly identified start and end points with a consistent theme: owls are the focus of the stops, while the trail winds through the village. If you are looking for a family-friendly activity, you can plan the trail as a separate item on your itinerary. It is a good idea to check the route details before your visit, as they may be updated.
A Church with a Long History
The Church of Saints Simon and Jude, called “Kostel svatých Šimona a Judy” in Czech, has been documented in Špičky since the 13th century. It acquired its present appearance through a Neo-Gothic renovation in 1900–1901. The two dates refer to different aspects of the church’s history: the 13th century points to its early documentation at this location, while 1900–1901 marks its architectural transformation. Those interested in architecture will therefore find both a historical connection reaching back to the Middle Ages and a clearly dated later change to the building.
Getting There and Cycling Route
Regular bus services connect Špičky. For your specific journey, it is worth checking the timetable for your travel date. The Krakow–Morava–Vienna long-distance cycling route runs along the northern edge of the village. If you are planning a cycling trip, check the current route beforehand. Bus services and the long-distance cycling route offer different options for planning your journey; checking the timetable or route helps you choose the right one for your travel date.
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For the broader travel overview: Okres Přerov.
