Muzeum vypálených usedlostí Vařákovy paseky
About This Museum
You might not expect to find such a powerful story tucked away in the hills of the Czech Moravian Wallachia, but here it is. This open-air museum isn't just about old buildings; it's a hauntingly beautiful memorial to the Vařákovy paseky settlements, which were brutally burned down by the Nazis near the end of WWII. Walking through the reconstructed timber dwellings, you can almost feel the echoes of the lives that were violently uprooted from this land. It’s a quiet, deeply moving place that connects you directly to a tragic and often overlooked chapter of local history.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the collection is in the everyday objects salvaged from the ashes—a simple wooden bowl, a charred tool, fragments of pottery. These aren't grand artifacts but silent witnesses to the ordinary lives that were shattered. You'll also find photographs and documents that tell the specific stories of the families who lived and died here.
Visitor Information
It's an open-air site, so check the weather before you go—the rural setting is part of its charm. The museum is run with great care by locals who are passionate about keeping this memory alive; their personal connection makes a visit here truly special.
Architecture & Building
The main building is a faithfully reconstructed Wallachian wooden cottage, typical for this region with its log construction and steep shingled roof. It feels less like a museum piece and more like someone's home, frozen in time.
Contact & Location
Address: Lačnov, okres Vsetín, Zlínský kraj, Střední Morava, Česko
Phone: +420 571 447 481
Website: Visit Website
