Established through the unification of Lipenec and Lipany in the mid-19th century, Lipence boasts a rich tapestry of historical events. Welcome to Lipence. This charming district on Prague’s southwestern edge has a story that stretches back centuries.
Lipence was once two distinct entities. There was Lipenec with its “pod Kyjovem” settlement. Also, there was Lipany featuring a manorial farm. These two entities merged to form the basis of what we see today. For a time, Báně also belonged to Lipence. Today, it is part of Prague-Zbraslav. The long-gone settlement of Lhotka was also associated with it.
Do you know who first owned parts of Lipence? Lipenec belonged to the Ostrov Monastery. A record from 1268 mentions it as property of the Prague bishopric. Lipany’s initial mention dates back to 1115. Czech Duke Vladislav I gave a Lipany subject named Ten with his land to the newly founded Kladruby Benedictine Monastery.
In 1292, King Wenceslaus II gifted Lipenec and Lipany to the Cistercian monastery Aula Regia in Zbraslav. With minor exceptions, the Zbraslav monastery owned them until 1785. After that, it became property of the Religious Fund and changed owners several times.
The Lipence area includes other notable places. Dolní Černošice also known as “Na Bluku” lies in the Berounka river plain. The Kazín recreational area neighbors it. Together, these form Prague’s southernmost tip.
Since 1974, Lipence has been part of Prague. It was previously in the Prague-West district. Lipence officially became part of the Prague 5 district by Law No 31/1974.
Lipence adopted its flag and coat of arms in 2003. The quartering symbolizes Lipence’s four historical parts. These parts are Lipenec, Lipany, Bluk now Dolní Černošice and Kazín.
Have you noticed the streets around Kazín? They were officially named in June 2014. However, many buildings still use the old “Kazín” address.
The original village of Lipence lies along Jílovištská Street. Lipany stretches along Černošická Street. The former Lipany manorial court stood near the bus terminus until around 2010. Today, buildings extend along Josef Houdek Street in the “Pod Kyjovem” area.
Near the main street, you will find a chapel. There is also the municipal district office. The U Lišků restaurant is nearby. Not far away are a kindergarten, elementary school and post office. Since the late 1970s, bus line 241 has run here from Smíchov via Zbraslav. South of Černošická Street lies a district of newer villas and family houses.
In Lipence’s northeastern part, Buda is home to the Velkotržnice Lipence. This large complex near the “K Radotínu” road was originally agricultural. Today, it is a wholesale market for perishables, groceries, fruits, seafood and flowers. A golf course sits near the Velkotržnice.
A wide strip of meadows stretches along the Berounka River. These meadows bear names like Buda, U pěšinky and Na Vystrkově. The Lipanský stream separates them from Lipence village. It flows towards Krňák, a blind arm of the Berounka in Zbraslav.
Dolní Černošice, formerly Bluk, lies in Lipence’s western part. The Berounka River surrounds it. The Blukský mill forms its core. Most other buildings are recreational cottages. A footbridge connects Dolní Černošice to the Černošice train station across the river.
Lipence’s southern part is a cottage area. Houses and cottages scatter along Jílovištská Street. This street leads from Lipence center towards Cukrák hill. A road near the hill connects to the Strakonice highway.
The shifting borders and ownership of Lipence reflect Bohemia’s complex history. Today, Lipence is a vibrant part of Prague. It offers a blend of history, nature and modern life. As you explore, remember the layers of time that have shaped this unique place.