You can find everything in this royal town – from an underground labyrinth and a national park to wine as delicious as heavenly nectar.
Znojmo is a beautiful royal town founded by King Ottokar I of the Přemyslid dynasty. To this day history still emanates literally from every alley (at least in the centre). You have probably seen the beautiful Gothic Town Hall Tower and Vlk Tower at least in a photo. The most romantic views can be enjoyed from atop them: the historical part of the town and the greenery of the Podyjí National Park with Gránice Valley (Gránické Údolí), where you should definitely go to experience peace and harmony after you finish sightseeing.
Masaryk Square with well-preserved Renaissance burgher houses is situated between the two towers. There are also tiles with the year 1437 at the place where Holy Roman Emperor Sigismund, nicknamed the Ginger Fox, allegedly fell from his horse and suffered a heart attack.
Just a few hundred metres from these memorable places, visit the Romanesque Rotunda of St. Catherine with artistically and historically priceless frescoes from the Přemyslid era. Surprisingly, the rotunda is situated on the premises of a brewery. In addition to beer, you can enjoy a splendid view of the Dyje River Valley from the walls or the best wines in the Enotéka wine shop. Znojmo Castle has also been standing here for hundreds of years.
As Znojmo is the sunniest place in the Czech Republic, you will definitely like to cool down in the ancient Znojmo Underground in the hot summer! Dating back to the 14th century, it is one of the most extensive underground labyrinths in Central Europe. The complex network of underground corridors is 27 km long and has four floors. Note that besides the classic tour (even this one is not boring at all) they have three adrenaline tours for those who fancy something special.
This royal town is also home to remarkable churches: Over 800 years old, the majestic St. Nicholas’ Church (where else would you find a globe-shaped pulpit?), the two-storey St. Wenceslas’ Chapel right next to it, or the Church of St. John the Baptist for instance.
A tourist train, popular with both tourists and locals, cruises through the town. It also goes along the oldest alleys and the stops are always linked with attractive points. It will take you as far as the Louka Monastery, where you can taste wines from Znovín winery in addition to tasting some history.
Znojmo is a cultural Mecca with many events – the Znojemská Beseda website will provide you with current information.
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A captivating masterpiece of Romanesque architecture adorned with intricate depictions of Premyslid and biblical scenes. This architectural gem has withstood the trials of history, enduring barbaric episodes, yet today, it is cherished and meticulously guarded with utmost care.
Descend to the serene Dyje River. In a former waterworks, discover a complex that showcases motor vehicles from all angles up to 1950.
Majestically perched within the city, the castle offers an awe-inspiring vista over the picturesque Thaya River valley that will leave you breathless. Only a stone's throw away lies the enchanting Rotunda, a treasure of historical and artistic wonders, awaiting your exploration.
Visiting a wine cellar is always a pleasant experience. And when the cellar looks like a painting… actually not looking like one, it is really painted!
One of the best and oldest European vineyards is situated in the heart of the Podyjí National Park, along the bends of the Dyje River.
By bicycle, on foot, by car, on horseback... Podyjí National Park offers an endless array of excursion opportunities. Take a trip, for example, to Sealsfield Stone.
Even a technical building can be beautiful and fascinating. Visit a large snow-white mill which will show you milling from prehistory to the present day.
Vranov Chateau is an exemplary secular Baroque site. That is why it is has served as a backdrop for many films and fairy-tales.
Legend has it that around the year 912 a water fortress grew on a small rock in the middle of the marshes under the supervision of Princess Miroslava. Today it has the form of a castle and the name Miroslav.
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