Hostivice, Municipality in Prague-West District, Czech Republic
Hostivice is a municipality with town privileges in Prague-West District, sitting at about 341 meters elevation on flat terrain. The settlement occupies land on the Prague Plateau, positioned northwest of the city and close to Václav Havel Airport Prague.
The settlement traces its origins back to 1277, receiving town status in 1978. This elevation came as a result of merging four separate villages: Hostivice, Litovice, Jeneček, and Břve.
The central square is defined by the Gothic Church of Saint James the Great dating to the 13th century, alongside a Baroque castle from 1689 that now serves as town hall. These two structures shape the square's character and reflect the historical connection between religious and civic life.
The municipality connects to Prague via the Prague-Kladno and Prague-Rudná railway lines, with the D6 motorway providing direct access to the Karlovy Vary region. Keep these transport links in mind when planning your arrival.
Three interconnected fishponds, fed by the Litovický potok stream, form a protected nature monument known as the Hostivice Ponds Nature Monument. These water bodies serve as a habitat for local wildlife and offer visitors a quiet spot near the airport area.
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