The region of North Moravia and Silesia, the easternmost part of the Czech Republic, attracts with its beautiful mountain nature, traditional folklore, many diverse architectural monuments and attractions connected with the industrial past. There are many possibilities where to go on a trip in North Moravia, whether you drive through it or explore one of the sub-areas more thoroughly.
The Jeseníky Mountains hide the highest Moravian mountain Praděd, the unique reservoir Dlouhé Stráně, the spa Karlova Studánka and the oldest town in the Czech Republic, Bruntál. The most popular tourist destinations in the Beskydy Mountains include the peaks of Lysá Hora, Radhošť, Velký Javorník and the sightseeing trail in Pustevny. You will also find historic towns such as Nový Jičín or Štramberk and the archaeologically significant Šipka Cave. Both Wallachia and Cieszyn are a region of wooden churches and log cabins. A beautiful view of the undulating landscape is offered, for example, by the lookout tower on the legendary Velká Čantoryje mountain. Poodří, a protected landscape of the meandering river Odra, also invites you to walk on foot.
Paradise in the industrial metropolis of Ostrava awaits fans of technical gems - don't miss the Michal mine, the Landek park mining museum, the industrial complex in Dolní Vítkovice and the listed Ema heap. The region of the medieval town of Opava is historically valuable, not only thanks to military monuments such as the II monument. World War II in Hrabyně.
Dozens of castles and chateaux are scattered throughout North Moravia and Silesia. The monumental ruins of the Hukvaldy castle, the Sovinec castle fortress, the ruins of Starý Jičín and Štramberk with a cylindrical tower called Trúba are definitely worth a trip. Among the castles, Hradec nad Moravicí and Velké Losiny, surrounded by a forest park, stand out. The romantic Raduň chateau, the Baroque gem Kunín, Slezské Rudoltice reminiscent of Versailles or Fryštát are also charming.
Where to look with children in North Moravia? In Tošovice there is a leisure area HEIpark with a bobsled and tubing track, giant slides and other activities for the whole family, in Trojanovice there is the largest rope park in the Czech Republic - Tarzanie. Ostrava attracts to the planetarium, ZOO or the world of miniatures Miniuni with miniatures of European cities. For a horseback ride, you can go to the Hlučín children's ranch, for exotic animals to the Ostrava Zoo or the Aqua Terra mini zoo in Štramberk. In the Nový dvůr arboretum you will find a unique collection of woody plants from five continents. On hot summer days, you will appreciate swimming in the giant Olešná aquapark or in the Slezská Harta reservoir, ideal for water sports, wellness and boating.
The arboretum in Bílá Lhota, which you will find just a few kilometers to the east of Bouzov Castle, is a national natural monument, spread over an area of almost three hectares. You will see here about three hundred different species and…
The branch church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary, called the V Lipkách Chapel, is the most valuable historical monument of contemporary Rýmařov, whose significance far exceeds the regional level. The Chapel in Lipky, as the Catholic…
Just about 8 km northeast of Olomouc is Svatý Kopeček, a famous place of pilgrimage, the heart of the parish and the Baroque gem of the Czech Republic.
Visit Hraniční vrch and enjoy the magical view of the peaks of the Beskydy and Jeseníky Mountains, and moreover from the lookout tower of non-traditional construction!
The picturesque location on a wooded promontory and romantic architecture directly predestines the castle to be used as a backdrop for shooting a number of fairy tales. About Princess Jasněnka and the flying shoemaker, Arabela returns, or Kopretiny for…
To the southeast of Olomouc is the ancient town of Lipník nad Bečvou with a picturesque castle and other valuable historical monuments. Within the Přerov district, this is the only monument reserve, and literally a stone's throw away, you will…
If you look around the town of Štramberk, you can not miss the ruins of the castle, which is a significant landmark of the whole area. The castle stands on a hill called Zámecký, a striking part is the reconstructed watchtower, called…
Cathedral of St. Wenceslas can be found on Wenceslas Square in Olomouc. It is undoubtedly the largest landmark of this Moravian town, mainly due to the breathtaking height of 102 m, and it is the second tallest church tower in the Czech Republic and the…
To the north of Prostějov and to the west of Olomouc you will find the Velký Košíř nature park, at the edge of which lies Bohemia pod Košířem, a charming village in Haná. For almost two centuries, the local estate…
In the history of Silesia, more than the 8th century BC, you would look for Těšín somewhere completely different from today. The original Starý Těšín was located near Chotěbuz (in the Czech Republic). The relocation to…
Fryštácký Castle can be found in the most beautiful part of the city, where it dominates Fryštácký Square. The Empire chateau was built on the site of the original wooden Gothic castle, which was founded here by…
Take a walk with us through the old castle park, as well as gentlemen and ladies in the 16th century, listen to the birdsong, the rustle of the leaves of old trees. Welcome to Hradec nad Moravicí Castle.
In the town of Valašské Meziříčí itself, we can find the Renaissance Žerotín chateau, the construction of which began during the first half of the 16th century by Jan of Pernštejn. In 1648, the building was…
The Moravian-Silesian Region and the Bruntál District - this is exactly where the town of Krnov lies, and almost in its very center is the chateau, forming a complex consisting of several buildings, spread over an almost square floor plan. It is…
Visit the original royal castle, now the Úsov chateau above the town of Šumperk. Combine a visit to a place that has been through Moravian history with a tour of many trophy exhibits. The castle was built as a French castle, a large part of…
Olomouc is a paradise for believers and lovers of church monuments. The architecture of the local buildings is truly exceptional, when it gives the impression that the individual churches competed with each other, which will be the one - and which…
The fortification system is unique in the Czech Republic and its origin dates back to the 18th century. The Olomouc Fortress consisted of a total of twenty fortresses and other military facilities, which can now be walked along a 30 km long nature trail,…
Enjoy the view of Krnov and its surroundings from the Cvilín lookout tower, from where there is a beautiful view all the way to Praděd!
According to a source idnes.cz, the Dlouhé Stráně hydroelectric power plant is one of the seven greatest wonders of the Czech Republic. It is also one of the most important Czech monuments, for example alongside such pearls as Hluboká…
The educational trail through the Hájecký footpaths leads through the village of Háj in Silesia and passes through interesting places in the vicinity, of which we can mention in particular the Smolkov fortress overlooking the Padařov…
If you want to relax and draw some energy from nature, then you have the right opportunity to visit the forests near Bezuchov. The local nature will fill you with a feeling of joy and take you away from the reality of everyday life.
The natural monument…
Fort Fortress XIII. is part of the Olomouc fortress. It is currently in private hands and is open to the public and can be said to have barrier-free access. In addition to the fort architecture itself, you can see pieces of contemporary military equipment…
The town of Frýdek-Místek is located on both banks of the river Ostravice. Territorially it belongs to the Moravian-Silesian region and it is the river that creates the natural border not only between Frýdek and Místek, but…
Although Frýdek - Místek is a twin city, we can find only one chateau in it, on the territory of Frýdek. It was originally a Gothic castle, which is first mentioned in historical sources in connection with the year 1327, and which was…
Havířov is the youngest town in the Czech Republic, which was established as a necessary need related to the industrial development of the Ostrava region. Originally, it was only a new suburb of Ostrava, which was to satisfy the accommodation needs…
Do you hear a ring? These are hammer blows on the anvil of master blacksmiths, who meet every year at Helfštýn Castle to show their works. They have been presenting their craft here since 1982, and over time, blacksmiths from all over Europe…
The area of Dolní Vítkovice consists of the industrial area of the Vítkovice Ironworks, the Hlubina Mine and blast furnaces. It is a completely unique industrial monument and a unique symbol of the city of Ostrava.
Follow us in the footsteps of forest fairies after which the castle was named after the legend. They appeared in the surrounding forests and terrified the wayfarers who passed through.
Take a look at the Javoříč Caves, one of the most beautiful and longest caves in our country. Here you can meet bats that move here every year for the winter.
The Jeseníky Mountains, including their foothills, are the largest Moravian-Silesian mountain range and, for many, also the most beautiful in the entire Czech Republic. If you want to be enchanted by the pure and relatively untouched nature and at…
No other entertainment center for children in the Moravian-Silesian Region can boast a larger area. The area of 1,000 m2 is entirely available to children and their companions, but above all it is mostly used to locate various attractions.
Great entertainment, game corners, interesting circles and great refreshments - this is the Jungle entertainment center on Třída Míru in Olomouc.
Enjoy a bird's eye view of the Beskydy Mountains or Ostrava and visit the Kanihůra lookout tower near Bílov! You will definitely be pleasantly surprised!
Less than 20 km east of Ostrava, in the Moravian-Silesian Region, at the northern edge of the Beskydy foothills lies the town of Karviná, whose northern region forms the border with Poland. The city is inextricably linked with mining, but we also…
In Valašské Meziříčí, there are two castles close to each other - the Žerotínů chateau, which after reconstruction has been the venue for cultural events, and the Kinský chateau, which we will introduce in this…
In the Olomouc district there is a nature reserve, with the fairytale name Kingdom.
In this protected floodplain forest you can observe ecosystems close to nature with the occurrence of typical and rare species of plants and animals. In mixed forests you…
Travel with us into the past and visit the baroque jewel of Silesia.
Do you think that there are no natural monuments in the cities? We will mislead you. Try the national monument in Ostrava. It was here that a stray stone from northern Europe came.
The largest stray boulder in the Czech Republic can be found in Ostrava,…
The Mining Museum in Ostrava is the largest museum complex in the Czech Republic with an area of 10 hectares. This area includes the well-preserved Anselm mine, where you will see above-ground and underground exhibitions related to mining and mining…
Near Valašské Meziříčí you will be amazed by the Lešná chateau, which was opened to the public after extensive reconstruction at the end of October 2011. The chateau dates back to the 14th century, when the…
Explore the Frýdek-Místek region and visit the Okrouhlá lookout tower near Staříč!
Let yourself be enchanted by the view from the lookout tower on Velká Čantoryja! You will surely be surprised by the beautiful view and the interesting construction of the building!
In the Czech Republic, the handmade paper mill in Velké Losiny is the only one of its kind. The paper factory has been operating here continuously since the 16th century to the present day and is one of the few last proofs of how the old paper…
The Michal coal mine complex is located in the immediate vicinity of the Ostrava Zoo, in the Michálkovice district. The then Austrian state tried to support coal mining, and it was thanks to this effort that the Michal mine was established in the…
Thirteen kilometers from Litovel you can visit the castle Náměšť na Hané, which consists of the lower and upper castle. The first mention of the village is known from 1141. The then lords of Švábenice had a castle built…
A completely unique park with an area of 30 ha, where visitors can admire an extensive collection of trees not only domestic but also foreign, can be found at the chateau in the Arboretum in Nový Dvůr in Opava. Around 7,000 species of plants,…
Take advantage of the opportunity and visit the lookout tower, located directly in the town of Bohumín! It will make your day more pleasant with a magical view and you can also visit the aqua park, which is located in its immediate vicinity!
The Czech-Polish border in the Moravian-Silesian Region hides a unique treasure. Put on comfortable shoes and go explore the meanders of the Odra River.
Olomouc is the capital of Haná, which can be found in the center of Moravia. More precisely, we mean the sixth largest city in the republic, which boasts a university, a large number of monuments, and also an inscription on the UNESCO list. In…
The garden should appeal to all human senses and especially enrich the soul with its beauty, peace and sense of belonging to nature. Botanical gardens certainly perform this function as conscientiously as any other garden.
Under the name Olomouc Fortress, the name of the fortress of the city of Olomouc is hidden.
In the fertile valley on the river Opava lies the statutory town of the same name, territorially falling under the Moravian-Silesian Region and between 1742 and 1928 holding the status of the capital in Bohemian Silesia.
Ostrava is already a remarkable concept in the Czech Republic. Although today in this city we only meet the remnants of the metallurgical industry, most people still look at Ostrava from the perspective of times long past. However, hard coal mining has…
The romantic location of the Plumlov chateau, located in the village of the same name, is mainly due to the Podhradský pond, above which the chateau rises. Only nearby is the Žralok camp, in addition to tours of the castle, concerts, exhibitions…
At least a piece of pure nature can be found almost everywhere in our picturesque country, but that's also why it's so beautiful here. The same is true near Ostrava in the Moravian-Silesian Region. On the southern edge of this town, the Poodř…
The district town of Přerov lies in the approximate center of Moravia and in the Olomouc Region. It is an important traffic junction and the seat of major industrial companies, such as Precheza, Přerov Engineering Works and Meopta. The city is also…
At the western edge of the fertile Haná and in the north of the Upper Moravian gorge we find Prostějov, a district town belonging to the Olomouc region. The city, where more than 45,000 people live today, has become famous mainly thanks to…
The cultural monument of the Czech Republic, Raduň Chateau, is located near Opava. If you want to learn more about the life of the manor house, this castle should be your goal. The tour leads through the common rooms and personal rooms of the manor,…
If you find yourself in the Low Jeseník Mountains, head to the surroundings of Rýmařov, to the Huntava river. Here you will find a special creation, declared a national natural monument. The waterfalls on the Huntava river, springing on the…
The collection of the Rýmařov Municipal Museum is based on the results of geological and archaeological research, collections and abundant donations from the city's citizens. At present, the museum offers a number of interesting exhibitions…
Although the Silesian-Ostrava Castle did not become known until the beginning of this century, when the city of Ostrava bought it completely dilapidated and reconstructed it for a lot of money, it has nevertheless stood here since the 13th century. It is…
Do you want to know a castle that does not bear the name of an aristocratic family, but on the contrary, the aristocratic family was named after it? Then be sure to visit the castle complex Sovinec. The Hrutovic family, who founded the castle in the 14th…
Only 16 km in the direction north of Olomouc we find Šternberk, whose core is a city monument zone. Territorially it falls under the Olomouc region and is located in a valley at the western edge of the Low Jeseník. The city has a number of…
Let yourself be carried away by the view of Nízký Jeseník and the Beskydy Mountains from the Strážiště lookout tower near Úvalno! You will enjoy not only a pleasant walk, but also a magical view from the top of…
If you long to learn about the history of the region and the city and at the same time would like to relax in nature, be sure to visit the Studénka chateau and its large and beautiful park. You will find the castle on the outskirts of the city,…
The area of Czechoslovakia. The Hlučín - Darkovičky fortification is a very important military - technical monument, which is very highly valued in Europe. This is a unique example of the fortress system of the former Czechoslovakia, whose…
This town hall was built between 1925 and 1930. It is the largest town hall complex in the Czech Republic. The lookout tower is the tallest town hall tower in our country. The observation terrace is located at a height of 73 meters, the total height of…
On a walk around the village of Mladeč, you would probably miss this inconspicuous hill. It is a long hill, overgrown with forests, there are many interesting species of birds, mollusks and beetles. Rare plants also grow here. Třesín has been a…
To the highest mountain of the Silesian Beskydy, rising to an altitude of 995 m, you would have to go to the Czech-Polish border, to a place about 10 km from Těšín to the east. One of the routes that leads here, starts in Nýdek, is…
Velký Roudný - this is the name of the highest volcano in the Low Jeseník, which together with the Malý Roudný hill forms the dominant feature of the local region. The last time the volcano was active at the beginning of…
Visit one of the most famous lookout towers in the Moravian-Silesian Region and enjoy the view of the Slezská Harta reservoir from a bird's eye view! It will pleasantly surprise you with its view and magical surroundings!
If you find yourself in the protected landscape area of Litovelské Pomoraví, visit the underground spaces of the natural monument Mladečská Cave. You will definitely not be disappointed, in the underground of the Třeší…
If you will spend some time on the Žermanická dam, be sure to visit the surroundings of the natural monument Žermanický lom. There was a significant mining of gypsum, igneous rocks with a wider use, for example in construction. The quarry…
Olomouc is a beautiful city, has a nice center, the Holy Trinity Column and offers a variety of leisure activities. If you have arrived with children, they will definitely like the Olomouc Zoo on Svatý kopeček.
Like many other activities, the history of the Ostrava Zoo is connected with the activities of miners. Specifically down Zárubek and Alexander. In 1948, they began to build the so-called Mining Orchard (with an area of "only" 6 ha) in the…