Are you looking forward to summer? To start pedalling and whizz through the landscape, swim in clean water and walk along a chateau promenade? Such a varied range of options is available at the Křetínka Reservoir.
15 km
1:30 hours
300 m
You can see the reservoir from the train stop in Letovice. It is enough to go 3 kilometres along bike trail No. 5166 and you will get to the area of Svitavice, ideal for swimming. The reservoir is almost 5 kilometres long and it modifies the flow of the Svitava River. Set sails and go windsurfing, jump in a kayak, catch some fish (fishing permit required) – hooray for water sports! if the weather is not good for swimming, you can at least try to skim stones on the water’s surface and see how many skips you can make.
Have you enjoyed the glints of water to the max? Proceed towards the picturesque village of Lazinov, go around the western tip of the reservoir and you will be welcomed by Křetín. Make a stop here and explore the “railway in a room”. This world of trains built on 40 square metres is the result of meticulous work by the local association of modellers.
Bike trail No. 5160 then continues to Vranová, another paradise for swimmers. The surroundings of the reservoir with views of the water surface and green hedges are beautiful. Visiting the Letovice Chateau will give certain nonchalance to your steps. Rebuilt in Neo-Gothic style, the chateau is privately owned these days. Over hundreds of years, the chateau has witnessed the stories of more than a dozen noble families. Walk through the spacious riding hall, decorative rooms and the feared torture chamber. Have a glass of wine in a wine cellar or in a restaurant. You will be captivated by the vast chateau park, one of the most precious in South Moravia. The aesthetic and compact composition of the English-style park will bring you peace of mind.
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The tranquillity and the beautiful nature of the Ždánický Les (Ždánice Forest), the Renaissance chateau in Bučovice, a wonderful view of the Slovácko region and regional delicacies. These are some of the attractions of our bike trip, where you will definitely meet no crowds!
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Test your level of physical fitness in the Gránické Údolí (Gránické Valley). The rewards are right here: views and proper beer from the municipal brewery!
Lanes like something out of a fairy tale and a unique spiral lookout tower. These are the highlights of this trip which awaits you in the southernmost tip of Moravia, in the area of the Modré Hory (Blue Mountains).
Every degree is one kilometre. The surroundings of Bítov are fresh and brilliant, as if good beer sparkles on your tongue. It is up to you whether you will come on foot or by bike and get the cold beer as a reward.
A little tasting of the Tišnov Beer Trail or a relaxing bike ride not only for beer lovers!
This region is full of legends and deep forests. This is where the famous Czech poet Karel Hynek Mácha drew inspiration for his verse! Follow in his footsteps, be inspired and take in a deep breath of good, fresh air. Magical forest paths already await you.
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The picturesque surroundings of the Dyje River and Louka Monastery, smooth terrain, fun for both children and adults. Enjoy a laid-back afternoon in Znojmo!
Scenic views, gemstones, the romantic valley of a trout river, churches, the Porta Coeli Convent and the Pernštejn Castle. And small breweries along the way, which will quench your thirst.
What is a Philomachus pugnax or a ruff? Become a birdwatcher for a while and admire nature’s abundance of bird species! Near the ponds in Hodnín and Mutěnice, unique symphonies can be heard every day.
