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Sightseeing in Mikulov
Sightseeing in Mikulov
Sightseeing in Mikulov
Mikulov is known for its stunning Baroque castle that dominates the skyline and offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and landscape. The Holy Hill (Svatý kopeček) with its Way of the Cross is another major attraction, drawing both religious pilgrims and hikers who appreciate the spectacular views from the top. The Goat Tower
Mikulov is known for its stunning Baroque castle that dominates the skyline and offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and landscape. The Holy Hill (Svatý kopeček) with its Way of the Cross is another major attraction, drawing both religious pilgrims and hikers who appreciate the spectacular views from the top. The Goat Tower is another great viewpoint, located atop an uphill pathway lined by old-town architectural gems and wineries. The picturesque historic square features colorful Renaissance and Baroque houses, along with the imposing St. Wenceslas Church and its Renaissance tower. If you have more time, make sure to visit the Synagogue. A little-known Turold Cave offers a nice change of scenery and temperature on hot summer days.
Cycling
Sightseeing in Mikulov
Sightseeing in Mikulov
The Mikulov region offers excellent cycling opportunities, with the Mikulov-Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape route being particularly popular as it connects the town to nearby UNESCO heritage sites through gentle vineyard terrain. Cyclists enjoy the well-marked trail along the Czech-Austrian border that takes you through picturesque win
The Mikulov region offers excellent cycling opportunities, with the Mikulov-Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape route being particularly popular as it connects the town to nearby UNESCO heritage sites through gentle vineyard terrain. Cyclists enjoy the well-marked trail along the Czech-Austrian border that takes you through picturesque wine villages and offers stunning views of Pálava Hills. The Mikulov Wine Trail (Vinařská stezka) winds through scenic vineyards and offers numerous wine cellars for refreshment stops along the route. For those seeking a longer adventure, the EuroVelo 13 "Iron Curtain Trail" passes through Mikulov and follows the former border zones with interesting historical monuments. The route connecting Mikulov to Nové Mlýny reservoirs provides a pleasant ride through the countryside with opportunities for swimming stops during summer months.
Winetasting
Sightseeing in Mikulov
Winetasting
Mikulov is one of the Czech Republic's premier wine destinations, offering exceptional winetasting experiences throughout the region. The town sits at the heart of the Pálava wine subregion, known for producing outstanding white wines, particularly aromatic varieties like Pálava (a local grape) or Riesling.
Many family-run wineries in Miku
Mikulov is one of the Czech Republic's premier wine destinations, offering exceptional winetasting experiences throughout the region. The town sits at the heart of the Pálava wine subregion, known for producing outstanding white wines, particularly aromatic varieties like Pálava (a local grape) or Riesling.
Many family-run wineries in Mikulov open their historic cellars for tastings, with some dating back several centuries. The area is especially known for its "wine lanes" (vinné sklípky) where rows of wine cellars are built into hillsides, creating atmospheric tasting venues.
The Mikulov Wine Festival (Pálavské vinobraní) in September is the region's highlight event, transforming the town into a celebration of wine, food, and folk traditions. Throughout the year, many wineries offer guided tastings with local winemakers who share their knowledge and passion.
For visitors wanting to combine winetasting with exploration, the Mikulov Wine Trail connects numerous wineries and provides a scenic route through vineyards. Many establishments pair their wines with traditional South Moravian cuisine featuring local cheeses, cold cuts, and freshly baked bread.
The Mikulov Castle also houses the Regional Wine Center where you can sample an extensive collection of local wines and learn about the region's winemaking history that dates back to Roman times.
Hiking
Water fun and swimming
Winetasting
Just outside town, the UNESCO-protected Pálava limestone hills offer excellent hiking opportunities and contain the ruins of Děvičky Castle, which provides a magnificent viewpoint over the region. You you are up for a longer hike, you can start at the foothills of Turold in Mikulov and depending on your fitness or time possibilities walk
Just outside town, the UNESCO-protected Pálava limestone hills offer excellent hiking opportunities and contain the ruins of Děvičky Castle, which provides a magnificent viewpoint over the region. You you are up for a longer hike, you can start at the foothills of Turold in Mikulov and depending on your fitness or time possibilities walk all the way to Pavlov, which will welcome you with stunning views of the vast Nove Mlyny reservoir. If you prefer short hikes, Holy Hill or Šibeniční Vrch may satisfy your need for a walk.
Water fun and swimming
Water fun and swimming
Water fun and swimming
Whether it is your children or your inner child who needs a little bit of water fun, Mikulov has things to offer. If you love water parks, a nearby Aqualand Moravia is a great option, being one the largest and most visited ones in Czech Republic.
Mikulov's outdoor swimming pool Riviera is a more modest and certainly a more affordable opti
Whether it is your children or your inner child who needs a little bit of water fun, Mikulov has things to offer. If you love water parks, a nearby Aqualand Moravia is a great option, being one the largest and most visited ones in Czech Republic.
Mikulov's outdoor swimming pool Riviera is a more modest and certainly a more affordable option during the summer months.
If you prefer natural pools, Mikulov's very own flooded quarry Janicuv Lom is there for you. Since the quarry is a natural preserve, sunscreens are forbidden and bathing suits are optional. Yes, you read that right.
Windsurfing
Water fun and swimming
Water fun and swimming
Unbeknownst to many, Czechs are big on yachting and windsurfing, also thanks to the existence of large reservoirs like the one under the hills of Palava. Nove Mlyny is a paradise for windsurfing and more recently, kitesurfing, wingfoils, and paddleboarders. Forgive us if we use those terms incorrectly, it is all new to us :] If some of th
Unbeknownst to many, Czechs are big on yachting and windsurfing, also thanks to the existence of large reservoirs like the one under the hills of Palava. Nove Mlyny is a paradise for windsurfing and more recently, kitesurfing, wingfoils, and paddleboarders. Forgive us if we use those terms incorrectly, it is all new to us :] If some of these sports are your thing or you always wanted to try, guys and gals from F4 Windsurfing School and rental are the ones who will make it happen for you.
Other gems of the region
Things not to miss nearby
If you are a history buff or just love sightseeing and don't want to miss a thing, there are sites around Mikulov that draw hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, each just a few minutes drive or a nice bike ride away.