Surroundings
A gateway to history and the national park
Znojmo is one of the most important settlement complexes in our history. Its strategic importance began to take shape at the turn of the 9th and 10th centuries during the Great Moravian Empire. A key milestone was the year 1030, when Znojmo Castle was founded on a promontory above the Dyje River. In 1226, Přemysl Otakar I elevated the seat to a royal city - the first ever in Moravia.
Exceptional location and climate
The city benefits from its location in the fertile Podyjí region. Thanks to the mild climate zone and the absence of industrial emissions, Znojmo offers clean air and stable, pleasant weather all year round. The extraordinary importance of the city is also evidenced by the Rotunda of St. Catherine, the oldest sacral building in the Czech Republic (a national cultural monument since 1962).
Great accessibility and cross-border tourism
Znojmo is an ideal starting point for trips to neighboring Austria. The historic Retz or the thermal baths in Laa an der Thaya are easily accessible by car or bike. The city has excellent train connections to Vienna itself. If you want to explore further South Moravia, Pálava and the Lednice-Valtice area are within easy reach by car.
Tips for trips in the region
The Znojmo region offers a wide range of activities for lovers of history, nature and wine.
Vranov nad Dyjí, Bítov, Uherčice chateau, Jevišovice castle or the ruins of Cornštejn, Frejštejn and Nový Hrádek.
The Podyjí National Park attracts visitors with its viewpoints of Králův stolec and Sealsfieldův kámen. On the Austrian side of the border, Hardegg and Schwalbenfelsen are also attractive.
The world-famous Šobes vineyard, the unique Painted Cellar in Šatov and the extensive Znojmo Underground. The region is famous for its hundreds of wine cellars dug into the sandstone.
The local theatre is an architectural gem that resembles the Vienna Opera on a smaller scale.
Vienna at your fingertips
From Znojmo for culture and experiences
Vienna is an ideal destination for a day trip, whether you are looking for history, art or shopping.
Vienna is a city where history breathes on you at every turn.
What not to miss in Vienna?
Among the most famous attractions are
The former summer residence of the Habsburgs with breathtaking gardens, the oldest zoo in the world and the iconic Gloriette viewing pavilion.
A Gothic symbol of Vienna right in the heart of the city. Its colorful roof covering even comes from nearby Poštorná u Břeclav!
The imperial palace complex, where you can visit the Empress Sissi Museum or admire the art of the Lipizzaner horses in the Spanish Riding School.
Home to the famous Giant Ferris Wheel (Riesenrad), which offers an unforgettable view of the entire city.
Christmas markets you'll love If you visit us in winter, a trip to Vienna is almost a must. From mid-November, the city transforms into a fairy-tale kingdom full of lights and the scent of roasted chestnuts.
The largest and most famous market with a giant ice rink and a fairy-tale-lit park.
For those looking for traditional crafts and a quieter atmosphere in a historic setting.
The combination of imperial grandeur and Christmas traditions creates a unique romantic atmosphere.
Travel by train
Forget about finding parking in the center. Direct train connections from Znojmo train station will take you to Vienna in less than an hour and a half.
Trains run at regular intervals throughout the day.
After a day full of walking along the Viennese boulevards, there is nothing better than returning to the peace of Znojmo and ending the evening with a glass of good local wine at our hotel.
With the advantageous EURegio ticket you travel for a fraction of the price of petrol and parking.
The train drops you off at the main station (Wien Hauptbahnhof) or at the Wien Praterstern station, from where it is only a few minutes by metro to the most important sights.