Following in the Footsteps of Napoleon: Brno

Did Napoleon pause in Brno? Yes, he did! In fact, he spent more time in the Moravian capital in the memorable year of 1805 than on the battlefield at Austerlitz (Slavkov). Therefore, take a stroll through Brno and look at the familiar city with fresh eyes.

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route length

4.1 km

time needed

1:30 hours

superelevation

32 m


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