The most beautiful places in Moravia
The best of Moravia
Moravia offers a lot of beautiful places, both natural and monuments. South Moravia is famous for its picturesque vineyards and Pálava. The Moravian Karst offers the most beautiful caves and abysses from all over the Czech Republic. You will also find interesting mountains such as Hrubý Jeseník or Beskydy. In addition, a number of beautiful castles, palaces and cities. Come and see the most beautiful places in Moravia
Telč
Town jewel
The town of Telč, due to its importance in the UNESCO list, has a unique location. The Historic Outing City is almost all around by the ponds. The town is dominated by the Telč Chateau and then by the beautiful square Zacharias of Hradec, crowned with magnificent burgher houses. continue reading
Bouzov Castle
The most beautiful castle in Central Moravia
Bouzov Castle dates back to the 14th century, which has acquired today's romantic appearance at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Fully furnished interiors can be seen in several guided tours. continue reading
Chateau Lednice
Pearl of South Moravia
The Lednice chateau is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Czech castles and as part of the Lednice-Valtice area it is rightfully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The whole building is richly neo-Gothic decorated and boasts beautiful interiors. In addition to the castle itself, it is also worth visiting large gardens, a greenhouse, Minaret and John's Castle, so there is no problem to spend here all day. I recommend to plan your visit in early autumn, when you avoid a lot of visitors continue reading
Macocha Abyss
The most famous abyss in the Czech Republic
The Macocha abyss is located in the Moravian Karst, which is the largest karst system in Czech republic. Macocha is approximately 138m deep. The gorge can be seen from two sightseeing bridges or during a tour of the Punkev caves during which we get to the bottom of the abyss. At the bottom of the abyss there are two deep lakes. continue reading
Praděd
The highest mountain in Moravia
Praděd (1,491 m above sea level) is the highest mountain not only of the Hrubý Jeseník Mountains, but also of the whole of Moravia and Czech Silesia. On an otherwise very flat peak stands a tall transmitter whose peak is the highest artificial point of the whole Czech Republic continue reading
Zelená Hora
A jewel from Jan Blazej Santini-Aichel
On the northern outskirts of Žďár nad Sázavou you will find a complete Baroque gem on Zelená Hora by the famous architect Jan Blažej Santini-Aichel – the Church of St. John of Nepomuk. Thanks to its significance, it has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Around the church is built ring of cloisters continue reading
Pilgrimage area Svatý Kopeček
The most important pilgrimage site in Moravia
Northeast of Olomouc you will find one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Moravia – Svatý Kopeček. The dominant of the whole area is the magnificent Baroque Basilica of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary. Be sure to go through the Pilgrimage Alley to Svatý Kopeček with beautiful statues continue reading
Olomouc
The capital city of Haná region
Olomouc is a county town with hundred thousands of inhabitants. It was famous for its Baroque pillar of the Holy Trinity and many beautiful fountains. Most of the city's sights are located around the Upper and Lower Squares. On the outskirts of the city you will also find interesting Monastery Hradisko and pilgrimage Svatý kopeček „Holy Hill“. continue reading
Lysá hora
The highest peak of Moravian-Silesian Be
This mountain is almost a symbol of Moravia and Silesia. Throughout the year, there are many tourists and many of them visit this mountain several times a year. The mountain offers stunning views of all directions and in good conditions is visible also Mala Fatra, High Tatras or Jeseník. continue reading
Mikulov
The picturesque center of Pálava
At the southern end of the Pálava Hills you will find the beautiful town of Mikulov. Besides the picturesque location you will find a beautiful castle, the Ditrichštejn tomb and many other monuments. continue reading
Znojmo
City of wine over the Dyje river
Znojmo is the second largest city in the South Moravian Region and the historic center of southwestern Moravia. It is located on the left bank of the Dyje River, 65 km southwest of Brno and 83 km northwest of Vienna. The border with Austria runs eight kilometers from the city. The city has a rich history and there are many architectural and technical monuments. It is renowned for producing great wines and Znojmo vintage is one of the most popular events in the region. continue reading
Javoříč Cave
The most beautiful cave in the Czech Republic
Javoříčko Cave is recognized by many as the most beautiful cave in the Czech Republic. Surprisingly, it is not as widely visited as other well-known caves in our country. Although it is not one of the biggest, it really has a lot to offer. You can find it near the famous Bouzov Castle. If you want to explore the beautiful surroundings of the cave in more detail, the possibility of accommodation is, for example, in Vojtěchov in a picturesque cottage. continue reading
Pálava
Wine and picturesque landscape
In the south of Moravia a beautiful ridge of limestone Pavlov Hills rises from the flat landscape. Almost the entire surroundings of this „pocket“ mountain range is full of distinctive villages and vineyards. In the south is also a beautiful city Mikulov. continue reading
Satina Waterfall
The most beautiful waterfall in Beskydy
Satina waterfall is considered to be the most beautiful waterfall in the Beskydy. It can be found on the tourist route connecting Malenovice with the highest mountain of Beskydy – Lysá hora continue reading
Rešov Waterfall
The most beautiful waterfall in Jeseníky
In Nízký Jeseník you will find a very beautiful waterfall – Rešovský. Located on the river Huntava. A red hiking trail connecting Šumperk with Šternberk runs through the canyon with a waterfall. The nearest starting point to the waterfall is the village Rešov continue reading
Kroměříž
Athens in Haná region
Kroměříž has less than thirty thousand inhabitants. The most important monument of the city is the Baroque Archbishop's Palace with the adjacent Chateau and Flower Gardens, which are registered in the UNESCO list. Beautiful is also the Great Square with houses with arcades. continue reading
Bílá Opava Waterfalls
Famous waterfalls near Praděd
The valley of Bílá Opava is one of the most beautiful places in Hrubý Jeseník. You will also find the most famous waterfalls, respectively cascades. The waterfalls are accessible along the yellow hiking trail from Karlova Studánka Spa continue reading
Štramberk
Picturesque town in foothills of Beskydy
Štramberk is a small town with only three thousand inhabitants. However, it is very picturesque situated in the hills in the foothills of the Beskydy. The largest monument of the city is the castle with the tower Trúba serving as an excellent lookout tower continue reading
Hukvaldy Castle Ruins
One of the largest castle ruins in Moravia
In the picturesque countryside of Podbeskydí you will find one of the largest ruins of the castle in the Czech Republic – Hukvaldy Castle. The castle has a total of five gates and a massive defensive bastion. The castle has also an amazing view over the hilly surroundings Beskydy Mountains on the horizon continue reading
Valtice Chateau
Baroque South Moravian jewel
Valtice Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the Lednice-Valtice Complex. It is a picturesque baroque castle with lots of statues. It was the seat of the Liechtenstein family continue reading
Hradec nad Moravicí Castle
The most beautiful chateau of Silesia
Originally a medieval castle, which with its time turned into an Empire castle and later a Neo-Gothic castle, which has its divided into Bilý „White“ Chateau and Červený „Red“ Chateau. It is a very large complex. continue reading
Sloupsko-Šošůvské caves
Part of the largest cave system in the Czech Rep.
A beautiful cave, which has several amazing dome with stalactite decoration and the largest cave abyss in the Czech Republic. Many are renowned for being more beautiful as Punkva caves. continue reading
Vranov nad Dyjí Chateau
Beautiful castle above the Dyje
The chateau is located in the western part of the Podyjí National Park and is a national cultural monument. It offers visitors a tour of the authentic Baroque interiors of the Hall of Ancestors and the chapel, but also introduces the culture of Vranov chateau housing from the end of the 18th century. and from the entire 19th century. continue reading
Punkva Cave
The most visited cave in the Czech Republic
Punkva Cave is perhaps the most famous, but certainly the most visited cave in the Czech Republic. Maybe it's due to the fact that it is also a beautiful way to the famous abyss Macocha and you also sail here by boat directly in the cave. You will also find beautifully decorated domes here continue reading
Sovinec Castle
Guardian of Nízký Jesenik
In a very scenic landscape of Nízký Jeseník mountain range you will find a very nice castle Sovinec. This castle has large tower, now serving as a beautiful lookout tower around. Additionally, there is the church of St. Augustine nearby. continue reading
Brno
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Brno is proud, royal town, full of unique cultural monuments. It is an inspiring metropolis where lives and works of such personalities as Leos Janacek or Gregor Johann Mendel. It is the center of South Moravia and the county seat of the South Moravian Region. You will love it with its cosmopolitan atmosphere and people with specific humor. It will delight you with its traditional meals, delicious beers and wines. It is the second largest city in the Czech Republic and has nearly 400,000 inhabitants. The dominant feature of the town is the castle and the fortress of Špilberk, the cathedral of St. Peter and Paul at Petrova or the functionalist Villa Tugendhat. It also has a number of legends – a crooked tower on the Old Town Hall portal, a painted councilor Haas, a Birkovo wooden wheel, an obscene man at St. Jakub or the famous Brno dragon in the passage of the Old Town Hall and others. Come discover his magic! continue reading
Velehrad
Former center of Great Moravia
Velehrad is one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in the Czech Republic. According to tradition it is considered to be the former capital of the famous medieval Empire Great Moravia. The center of the complex is the Basilica of Sts. Cyril and Methodius, who is definitely worth a tour continue reading
Helfštýn Castle
Famous castle on the edge of the Moravian Gate
Helfštýn Castle was built in the 13th century and its owner was the nobleman Frius of Linnaeus. The castle is situated on a hill above Týn nad Bečvou. The castle is quite extensive and beautiful. continue reading
Premonstratensian monastery Hradisko
A Baroque gem next to Olomouc
The magnificent Baroque monastery Hradisko can be found in Klášterní Hradisko right next to Olomouc. It is now used by a military hospital. The former monastery has 4 massive wings and tall towers. continue reading
