Hnačov is a municipality and village in Klatovy District in the Plzeň Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 80 inhabitants.
Etymology The name is probably derived from the surname Hnáč, meaning "Hnáč's (court)". The name was alternatively written as Hnáčov.
Geography Hnačov is located about east of Klatovy and south of Plzeň. It lies in the Blatná Uplands. The highest point is the hill Zbudov at above sea level. The Úslava River flows through the municipality.
The village is situated on the shore of the fishpond Hnačovský rybník, which is the second largest pond in the Plzeň Region with an area of . Established in 1613, it is used for fish farming and recreational purposes.
History The first written mention of Hnačov is from 1411.
Demographics
Transport
There are no railways or major roads passing through the municipality.
Sights There are no protected cultural monuments in the municipality. A landmark is the chapel in the centre of Hnačov.
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