The village of Brod nad Tichou is named after the crossing of the Tichá river or Hamerský potok at the important north-south road Planá – Bor. The most visible and landmark around Brod nad Tichou is the dominant feature of the village, the church of St. Jakub
The Pod Kaštany inn is open in the village.
The building also includes a cultural center with a lounge, where it is possible to organize cultural social and private events in agreement with the operator and owner of the building.