Ideas for visits

Jihlava

Historic Centre and Masarykovo náměstí : Stroll through one of the largest Czech squares, surrounded by Gothic houses and baroque periods, with the plague column and its fountains

Gate of Holy Mother : last vestige of the medieval walls, accessible as a viewpoint panoramic view of the city

 Saint-Jacques Church : dating from the thirteenth century, with its 63 m bell tower offering a breathtaking view from its tower accessible to the public

The Medieval Underground (Jihlava Underground / Catacombs): vast underground network with the famous "corridor luminous"; Guided tours available all except in January (minimal group required in low season)

Jihlava Zoo : Zoological park hosting 260 species on 9 ha, open all year round and very Popular with families

Aquapark Vodni Raj : Large water park with indoor and outdoor pools, water slides 108 m, wellness area; Ideal in summer

Robinson Family Park: 2,500 m² indoor amusement park with rides and children's activities

Česky Mlýn Sports Centre : pumptrack (the longest in the Czech Republic), cycling routes and children's playground.

Muzeum Vysočiny Jihlava : Regional Museum founded in 1895, managed by the Vysočina region, Entirely Renovated and reopened to the public on September 22, 2023, the museum has modernized its Exhibits with interactive and audio-visual updates

Telč (UNESCO)

Zachariáše z Hradce Square : one of the most beautiful Renaissance-Baroque ensembles in the Czech Republic, bordered by of houses with colorful facades and symmetrical arcades offers a map décor Postal.

Telč Castle (Státní zámek): Renaissance castle with an English-style park, exhibitions in part of the former aristocratic apartments and beautiful architecture Interior.

Saint-Jacques Tower : climb its narrow steps to enjoy panoramic views of the city and its surrounding ponds.

Underground passages under the square : a a mysterious visit to medieval corridors dug under the ground, to Discover history from an unusual angle.

Walks by the Štěpnický and Ulický : beautiful places to walk or have a picnic in the A peaceful and photogenic setting.

Muzeum techniky : Nestled in an industrial building from the year 1873, the former sawmill of Leopold Podstatzky-Lichtenstein is now the setting for a museum

An impressive collection of classic cars: several Tatra, Škoda, Rolls-Royce models Silver Shadow, Ford V8 and many more. Motorcycles, velocipedes, stationary motors...

Panský dvůr Telč

-       Center Climbing & dry-tooling

A 200 m² wall, 9 to 12 m high, equipped for beginners as well as children and for experienced climbers, offers Courses with overhangs and dry-tooling techniques (winter climbing adapted)

-       Area games & café

The café with terrace has an indoor playground (carousel, slide, hut, drawing corner) where children can play for whether parents relax with a good coffee or a snack

-       Garden (Place of our Wedding)

Téeššť :

Nativity scene tradition: Třešť is renowned for its handcrafted nativity scenes built by the family for more than 200 years. Every winter, residents open their private windows between 26 December and 2 January, but the museum allows you to discover this art all the year

The annual "Woodcarving" exhibition brings together sculptors from all over the world. July (Festival of Wood and Nativity Scenes) with the addition of figurines to the scenes existing each year

Synagogue and Jewish Heritage: The Ancient synagogue of 1824, in the Empire style, hosts two exhibitions: one on the history of the local Jewish community, the other on Franz Kafka, which was His childhood here in the summer

Nature and hiking : The Velký Špičák Nature Reserve (Špičák Hill, 734 m) above the town offers a discovery tour with information panels on wildlife and the Local flora

Several ponds and wooded areas invite you to take a walk or by bike, in a calm and picturesque atmosphere.

Třešť Castle & Park :

Reconstructed from a a sixteenth-century fortress, the castle is now a hotel but remains visible from the outside with its English-style gardens of about 15 ha

Natural swimming Koupaliště Malviny is a natural basin that is very popular with locals and visitors alike during the summer. It's the perfect place to relax, swim and enjoy the sun in a simple and natural setting.

Třebíč

Jewish Quarter and St. Procopius' Basilica (UNESCO)

Jewish Quarter : One of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in Europe. You can visit the old synagogue, the Jewish school, the rabbi's house, and the old cemetery Jew.

Basilica of Saint-Procopius : A masterpiece of Gothic and Romanesque architecture, located next to the castle.

Třebíč Castle

Former Benedictine monastery transformed into a castle. He now houses a regional museum with exhibits on the history of the local fauna and flora.

Historic city centre

Stroll through the old town, with its cobbled streets, its baroque houses and traditional cafes. Karlovo náměstí Square is one of the largest in the Czech Republic.

Historic bridges and Jihlava River

Enjoy a pleasant walk along the river and of its pretty bridges.

City tour (Zadní synagoga or tour of the clock)

For a beautiful panoramic view of the city, climb up to the top of one of the towers open to the public.

 

the Jaguar Museum in Třebíč is A nice surprise for classic car lovers!

Decorations and end-of-year Christmas lights November to early January

Žďár nad Sázavou

Church of St. John of Nepomuk on Zelená Hora (UNESCO)

Baroque masterpiece built by Jan Blažej Santini-Aichel.

Unique symbolic architecture : five-pointed star shape, religious and mathematical references.

Panoramic beautiful on the region.

 

 

Žďár Castle and Santini Cultural Centre

Former Cistercian monastery transformed into a castle.

Today, you will find :

Interactive Museum "New "Generation Museum" (ideal for families)

Exhibition on Santini, the baroque architect.

Art Gallery, contemporary exhibitions, concerts.

Small museum dedicated to printing and old binding, in the buildings of the castle.

 

 

Nature walks (around the river Sázava)

Numerous trails hiking, biking or cross-country skiing in winter.

Velké Dářko Pond in Nearby, ideal for swimming or paddleboarding in summer.

Zelená Educational Trail Hora : a leisurely walk around the UNESCO site.