The village was named after its probable founder named Richard.[2]
Geography
Rejchartice is located about 6 kilometres (4 mi) north of Šumperk and 51 km (32 mi) north of Olomouc. It lies in the Hanušovice Highlands. The highest point is the Smrk hill at 742 m (2,434 ft) above sea level. The creek Rejchartický potok flows through the municipality.
History
The first written mention of Rejchartice is in a deed of Olomouc bishop Jan Volek from 1350. For centuries, until 1848, the village was part of the Bludov estate and shared its owners.[2]
There are no railways or major roads passing through the municipality.
Sights
The main landmark of Rejchartice si the Church of Saints Michael and Gabriel. It was built in the Baroque style in 1768–1770, when the old small church from 1643 was completely rebuilt.[2]
