Rudná pod Pradědem lies in the foothills of the Jeseníky Mountains and borders the main tourist, recreational, and ski centres in the vicinity of Praděd.
Nature
The cadastral area of Stará Rudná is included in the Jeseníky Bird Protection Area. The bird protection area safeguards ecosystems that are important for the hazel grouse (Bonasa bonasia) and the corn crake (Crex crex).
History
The founding of the village of Stará Rudná was preceded by the discovery of gold in the Černý potok stream and the establishment of gold-washing operations. The oldest part of Stará Rudná on the Černý potok preserves the traditional mining name “hornický výval”.
Architectural and Artistic Monuments
The Church of St John the Baptist stands in Stará Rudná and is the dominant building of the municipality of Rudná pod Pradědem. Its present appearance dates from 1812. Most of the original frescoes and a unique slate floor have been preserved inside.
One of the significant monuments is the statue of St John of Nepomuk. It formerly stood in the middle of the village pond, which was accessed by a wooden bridge. A statue of St John of Nepomuk dating from 1744 stands in the village centre.
Routes
Cycle Route 6029 connects Suchá Rudná, Stará Voda, and Stará Rudná. Cycle Route 6073 leads from Stará Rudná via Rudná pod Pradědem to Malá Morávka.
