It is neither a sea nor an Alpine tarn, but who cares? The main thing is it has pleasantly warm water, the fantastic surroundings of the Podyjí National Park and castles and chateaus within easy reach.
Thirty kilometres long and with a lovely beach, this reservoir is one of the warmest and cleanest in the Czech Republic, with the wonderful Baroque chateau Vranov nad Dyjí looking at it from a hill. It is the “Moravian Adriatic” where it is possible to swim from early June to mid-September. Make a trip to the photogenic Bítov Castle nearby and you will be making a huge mistake if you don’t explore the romantic Cornštejn castle ruins, too. You can also enjoy geocaching because there are dozens of treasures hidden right above the Vranov Reservoir.
You can use regular ship transport or sightseeing cruises on steamboats to make a trip across the reservoir. There are plenty of things to see: the shores are lined with wild rocks in the wild greenery of the national park where old castles are hidden.
You can enjoy cycling around the reservoir and go as far as Austria (go along bike trail No. 48, for example). We should not forget about fishermen, they will be thrilled here! They can find the non-trout zone of the Vranov Reservoir and the trout zones of the Dyje River in this area.
The dominant feature of the reservoir is a white elevated walkway connecting Vranov nad Dyjí with a sandy beach. The local campsite is regularly awarded the title of the best campsite in the Czech Republic with regard to quality and scope of its services. It is loved by fans of yachting and windsurfing. If you do not have your own equipment, it does not matter, because the Vranov beach is prepared for this. Visitors will find rental of mountain bikes, paddle boats, electro boats, surfing equipment, a rope park and other adrenaline experiences. A kids’ corner will entertain your children with animation programs during holidays.
The western part of the Vranov Reservoir offers another sandy beach and a pebble beach in the so-called Bítov Cove. There is a charming cottage area with a well-equipped campsite and swimming pools hidden in beautiful forests in sight of the Bítov Castle and the Cornštejn Castle Ruins.
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As a bonus, the Tatra Veteran Museum Bítov has the romantic Bítov Castle and the Vranov Reservoir with excellent swimming options within easy reach.
One of the most romantic places in South Moravia. No need to read a chivalric romance when you can live romance at the Cornštejn Castle.
One of the oldest and most romantic castles in the Czech Republic. Instead of going up a steep hill, you will go down a steep hill to get to it. Can you believe it?
Vranov Chateau is an exemplary secular Baroque site. That is why it is has served as a backdrop for many films and fairy-tales.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Descend to the serene Dyje River. In a former waterworks, discover a complex that showcases motor vehicles from all angles up to 1950.
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.
You can find everything in this royal town – from an underground labyrinth and a national park to wine as delicious as heavenly nectar.
You’re lying in a fragrant bath and beer is flowing right next to you... Is this a dream? Not at all!
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