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Where is South Moravia?
Moravian Wine Trail – eastern part
Far from any sea, landlocked in the centre of Europe, lies the picturesque
wine region of Moravia. Wine experts call its climate “continental”, to
distinguish it from the Mediterranean climate of vineyards in southern
France, Italy and Spain. And indeed it is different – still to be discovered,
expansive and welcoming, brimming with history and folklore, bursting
with the colours of folk costumes, meadow wildflowers and the decorative
façades of small wine cellars. Along with wine regions in Hungary, Slovakia
and Lower Austria it is part of the Pannonian wine region, and of all the
wine regions in the world only here will you find wine-cellar lanes – rows
of small buildings that were built above underground cellars centuries ago.
Do you know why wine is kept in cellars? And why wine cellars are located
below the vineyards instead of in houses in the villages?
The backbone route of the network of Moravian Wine Trails leads you through a picturesque landscape studded with vineyards,
from the ancient city of Znojmo to Uherské
Hradiště – the main city of the Slovácko
(Moravian Slovakia) region – where you
will be welcomed by a charming town with
wine-cellar lanes as well as historical and
natural wonders. The 280 kilometres of
Moravian Wine Trails will be not just a journey of discovery in South Moravia, but also a journey during which you will get to know the wine and people of a region where viticulture is both fate and lifelong avocation. Cycling
connoisseurs say that it is one of the most beautiful bike routes in the entire
Czech Republic.
Sweetened by the sun,
seasoned by the night
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… this is the key to the uniqueness of our wines. The grapes are not overripe and they possess a rare harmonic blend of sweetness from plenty
of sunlight and acidity from our chilly nights. When you visit any of our
vintners, your wine will be pulled straight from the cask with a pipette – a
special vessel in which wine is transferred from barrel to glass. Everything
having to do with wine must be done in cellars, because wine needs stable
low temperatures for its proper maturation and storage. And cellars are
located directly at the vineyards because in the past the smallholders didn’t
have enough space in their humble abodes for making wine, therefore they
built their cellars right below the vineyards. How convenient!
Cycling through the land
of monuments and wine
The most famous early inhabitant of our region is known literally throughout the world. It is a certain Venus of Věstonice, a female of buxom form
whose statue was created by an unknown mammoth hunter some 30,000
years ago. You may choose to begin your pilgrimage through our region’s
history, monuments and vineyards in her discovery site, the winemaking
village of Dolní Věstonice. The Moravian Wine Trails will take you past
the most beautiful sights of the region – historical towns, churches and
wayside crosses in small villages. They will lead you to beautiful views of
vineyard slopes, to wine-cellar lanes and also to the natural treasures of
the Podyjí National Park and the Pálava Biosphere Reserve. Today this
landscape, its parks and architectural monuments, together make up one
of the largest UNESCO-listed sites. So it’s high time to get in the saddle of
your bike and discover it for yourself. We wish you happy travels by day
and evenings spent – how else? – sipping some refreshing Grüner Veltliner
or some Cabernet Moravia, a variety developed in the Czech Republic. This
is something you won’t experience anywhere else in the world!
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The Moravian Wine Trail in the Velké Pavlovice region
is a clear record-
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holder in both length and total rise. The trail takes you from Pavlov to Dolní
Věstonice. You will find the archaeological museum there with no problem.
The bigger adventure will be trying to gain access to the local church. Even
though it is closed to the public, it’s said that we are all connected by just
four degrees of separation, so if you enquire among some of the locals,
you just may get lucky. Such a bounty of Baroque statues in one place is
something you simply will not see anywhere else. A few kilometres farther
and you have travelled from the past to the present – in the form of two
large-scale modern wineries. Their terraces offer breathtaking views of
the Pálava Hills, and their services could almost rival those of viticulture
centres in Australia or America. If you are eager to taste the best red wines
that Moravia has to offer, head a little farther north to the winemaking
community of Modré Hory (meaning Blue Mountains). And finally, near
town Velké Pavlovice, climb the lookout tower called Slunečná (Sunny).
When the sky is blue and dotted with white clouds, your photos will make
you the envy of all your friends and acquaintances.
May
2 Bořetice Wine-Cellar Lane
11 Basilica at Velehrad
Opening of the Baťa Canal
(Sudoměřice)
Every year at the beginning of May, a key is
symbolically immersed in the Baťa Canal to
open the boating season. Take a ride on a boat
with an experienced captain, or rent your own
and let yourself drift away on the canal!
The pride of Bořetice is a large wine-cellar
complex on a slope below Kraví hora (Cow
Mountain). In two tiers above a small
stream are 230 cellars with grape-pressing
facilities. In 2000, some pranksters
established the Free Federal Republic of
Cow Mountain, which even has its own
president and government. Its citizens are
characterized by their great geniality and
exceptional hospitality.
One of the most important pilgrimage sites
in the Czech Republic, a spiritual centre
and the place to which the beatified Pope
John Paul II made his first official trip in a
postcommunist Czechoslovakia in 1990. It
boasts the beautiful Baroque Basilica of the
Assumption and Sts. Cyril and Methodius,
built on Romanesque foundations, with the
adjacent buildings of a former Cistercian
monastery. Even for those who are not
usually drawn to religious monuments, there
is something of interest here: a lapidarium
and catacombs with a collection of stone
sculptures and archaeological fragments
from the original Cistercian church. In the
lapidarium you can even see the golden rose
that Pope John Paul II granted to Velehrad
in 1985 – an honour bestowed upon only six
other basilicas in the world.
www.velehradinfo.cz
Wine in Orange, or Night of Open
Cellars (Velké Pavlovice)
Come taste the wines of the Velké Pavlovice
region – nicely chilled rosés and whites but
also excellent reds – from 5 p.m. to midnight!
And why wine “in orange”? It’s because apricots are ripening everywhere you look, and
the local wine cellars and restaurants will be
serving apricot specialties.
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September
Čejkovice Herb Celebration (Čejkovice)
A cheerful mood, a pleasant atmosphere, nice
people, organic products, all perfumed with
the aroma of herbs and spices – this is the
Čejkovice Herb Celebration. You can sample
not only organic teas and spices but also delicious organic wines!
October
Biking Through the Vineyards of Uherské Hradiště
Set off on a fall bike trip along the wine trail
and relish the magnificent views of the countryside cloaked in its autumn colours while
visiting interesting sites in the region. The
local landmarks and natural beauty look best
from the saddle of a bike!
Certifications and marks of quality
Restaurants certified within the Czech Specials
programme have proven themselves to be expert in
the areas of gastronomy and tourism, guaranteeing
high-quality Czech cuisine as well as regional specialties. Get a taste of the Czech Republic!
www.czechspecials.cz
Thanks to the Top Destinations programme, you
can get an overview of what you should not miss on
your visit to South Moravia. To earn the Top Destination designation means fulfilling a number of
criteria, focusing primarily on the quality and range
of services offered. Thus the logo Top Destination of
South Moravia gives you the certainty of an unforgettable experience and excellent service.
www.vyletnicile.cz
It is estimated that in Czech families there are
about five times more bikes than cars, and most
of them are used for cycle tourism. That’s why the
CzechMobil designation was created, indicating
places where cyclists and other sports enthusiasts
(in-line skaters, hikers, canoeists) can find everything needed for active recreation.
The Czech Service Quality System logo ensures
you an optimal level of service quality across the
entire tourism sector.
The Czech Tourist Authority – CzechTourism
www.czechtourism.com
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Moravian Wine Trails
www.stezky.cz
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Tourist Authority of South Moravia
www.jizni-morava.cz
4 Templars’ Cellars in Čejkovice
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In the mid-13th century, the mysterious
order of the Knights Templar built in
Čejkovice a Gothic fortress and extensive
cellars, laying the foundation for the later
fame of winemaking in Čejkovice. A tour
of the historical Templars’ cellars with a
length of over 650 metres is well worth
while. You will be impressed by the size of
the cellars, which allowed for the passage of
a loaded cart with an armed escort beside it.
Perhaps this is where the Templars hid the
Holy Grail! Just make sure to dress warmly,
because it’s quite cold in the cellars!
www.templarske-sklepy.cz
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This chateau rightly deserves its nickname
“the Pearl of Southeast Moravia”. The
building, its richly painted interiors and its
extraordinary gardens were renovated in
recent years to return it to the appearance
it had in the late 19th century. Have you
always wanted to experience what it’s like
to be a member of the nobility? At the chateau you can borrow historical clothing and
transport yourself several centuries back in
time. If you have yourself photographed,
your friends simply will not believe how
good you looked in 17th-century Milotice.
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You can end your visit at the renowned
Šidleny wine-cellar colony just 2 kilometres
away, where you can raise a glass in admiration of the more than 200 cellars here.
12 Open-Air Archaeological Museum in Modrá
In the immediate vicinity of an
archaeological site and a replica of
a church from the time of the Great
Moravian Empire is a remarkable open-air
museum. See for yourself what it is like
to be an experimental archaeologist by
making pottery or smelting metal. And you
will be able to watch real scientists at work
in ongoing archaeological research.
www.archeoskanzen.cz
14 Baťa Canal
The Baťa Canal is a historical waterway
built in the 1930s. At that time, the wellknown Zlín footwear company Baťa
financially contributed to the canal’s
construction, after which it could more
easily transport coal for the factory from
Rohatec to Otrokovice. Today, the Baťa
Canal is used only for recreational boating,
and you can even bring your bike aboard
an excursion vessel.
www.batacanal.cz
8 Vlkošské búdy wine-cellar lane
One of the most charming wine-cellar
colonies. An oasis of peace and a world
unto itself. Discover it for yourself, preferably with a glass of the excellent local
Traminer, Müller-Thurgau or Pinot Noir.
www.vlkos.cz
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Other interesting places along the way
Accommodations
The Wine Tourism certification is granted to
establishments that guarantee tourists high-quality
facilities and an authentic wine-consuming experience. The Wine Tourism certification logo helps
tourists to find top-notch wine-serving establishments, and not just in South Moravia.
www.wineofczechrepublic.cz
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Slovácko Year (Kyjov)
Accept an invitation to the biggest and oldest
folklore celebration – Slovácko Year. You
won’t believe your eyes at the thousands of
colourful folk costumes streaming through
the town in a parade, the high point of which
is usually the Ride of the Kings. You can
also look forward to the appearance of brass
bands, the raising of a maypole, a folk fair and
evening entertainment beneath the stars.
Trail profile
The Cyclists Welcome certification is an indication of high-quality services geared particularly to
cyclists. Certified food-service and lodging facilities,
camp sites and tourist destinations all provide the
ideal base for you and your bike. Establishments
marked with this logo guarantee safe storage of
bikes, equipment available for repairs and bike
washing, facilities for washing and drying clothes,
and a range of other useful services.
www.cyclistswelcome.cz
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August
The Moravian Wine Trail in the Slovácko (Moravian Slovakia) region
is exceptional both in the number of small wineries in its villages and also
in the survival of its ancient folk and winemaking traditions. Rows of wine
cellars are often located directly below the slopes of vineyards, which they
call “mountains” here. All this awaits you in Čejč, at Pod Dubňanskú horú in
Dubňany, and also at the largest colony of wine cellars in the Slovácko region
– Mutěnice. As the kilometres on the trail add up, the hills get steeper, the
climate gets cooler, the cellars get smaller – but the quality of the wine keeps
getting better. The closer you get to the Morava River, the more regional
traditions are manifested in song, dance and folk architecture. Such is the
Slavic soul – it comes from the east. Wherever you come from, raise a glass
to yourself and to all the hospitable folks of this country and say “Na zdraví!”
(Cheers!).
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Map of the Moravia Wine Trail - eastern part
Published by CzechTourism, Prague 2014 ©
Vinohradská 46, 120 41 Praha 2
Text: Partnerství o.p.s., DRING Consulting s.r.o.
Translation: Mimi Fronczak Rogers
Photography: © Partnerství o.p.s., CzechTourism, Radovan Chvíla,
Lukáš Žentel, David Marvan, Libor Sváček
Base maps, preparation: © SHOCart s.r.o.
Year: 2014, 1st edition
Despite careful research, the information in this brochure can not be
guaranteed.
The official tourist presentation of the Czech Republic
www.czechtourism.com
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Restaurants
Penzion San Marco (D3)
Mutěnice, Vinařská 715,
+420 777 243 423,
www.penzion-mutenice.cz
Vinařství Tomanovi (E3)
Moravská Nová Ves, Polní 31,
+420 777 561 535,
www.vino-sklipek.cz
Bukovanský mlýn (B4)
Bukovany 70,
+420 518 618 011,
www.bukovansky-mlyn.cz
Turistické informační centrum
Hotel Kraví Hora (D2)
Bořetice 510,
+420 519 430 090
Penzion U Tomáše (C4)
Ratíškovice, Baťovka 502,
+420 723 379 146,
www.tgroup.cz
Penzion Šardice (C3)
Šardice, Za dedinu 786,
+420 777 745 521,
www.penzionsardice.cz
Hotel U Racka (B6)
Ostrožská Nová Ves, Dědina 148,
+420 572 598 119,
www.uracka.cz
Turistické informační centrum
Čejkovice (D3)
Čejkovice, Příhon 1,
+420 725 574 235
Bukovanský mlýn (B4)
Bukovany 70,
+420 775 700 114,
www.bukovansky-mlyn.cz
Penzion U Hroznu (D2)
Velké Bílovice, nám.
Osvoboditelů 382,
+420 777 207 440,
www.uhroznu.cz
EkoFarma Sádky (B7)
Kunovice, Na Záhonech 217,
+420 776 127 051,
www.farmasadky.cz
Informační centrum města
Vracova (C5)
Vracov, náměstí Míru 48,
+420 518 628 066,
www.mestovracov.cz
Nad Sklepy (D1)
Bulhary 210,
+420 777 172 297,
www.nadsklepy.cz
Wineries
Hotel U Racka (B6)
Ostrožská Nová Ves, Dědina 148,
+420 572 598 119,
www.uracka.cz
Vinařství Springer (D2)
Bořetice 106, 107,
+420 606 702 971,
www.springer.cz
Hotel Panon (D4)
Hodonín, Koupelní 4,
+420 518 341 243,
www.hotelpanon.cz
Patria Kobylí (C2)
Kobylí, A. Šebestové 716,
+420 519 440 751,
www.patriakobyli.cz
Hotel Krystal (D4)
Hodonín, Pančava 49,
+420 606 632 898,
www.hotel-krystal.cz
Bukovanský mlýn (B4)
Bukovany 70,
+420 518 618 011,
www.bukovansky-mlyn.cz
EkoFarma Sádky (B7)
Kunovice, Na Záhonech 217,
+420 776 127 051,
www.farmasadky.cz
Nad Sklepy (E1)
Bulhary 210,
+420 777 172 297,
www.nadsklepy.cz
Garni Hotel 1. Plavební (E2)
Lednice 3,
+420 603 568 876,
www.hotel-lednice.cz
Vinařství Dvořáček LTM (E4)
Mikulčice, U hřbitova,
+420 731 546 542,
www.vinarstvi-dvoracek.cz
My Hotel (E2)
Lednice 657,
+420 519 340 130,
www.myhotel.cz
Vinařství Tomanovi (E3)
Moravská Nová Ves,
1488/3, 1488/11,
+420 777 561 535,
www.vino-sklipek.cz
Penzion Harmonie (E2)
Lednice, Slovácká 735,
+420 519 326 039,
www.harmonielednice.cz
Grand Moravia Restaurant (E2)
Lednice, 21. dubna 657,
+420 519 340 130,
www.myhotel.cz
Tourist information centres
Turistické informační centrum
Hustopeče (C1)
Hustopeče, Dukelské náměstí 23,
+420 519 412 909,
www.hustopece.cz
Turistické informační centrum
Lednice (E2)
Lednice, Zámecké náměstí 68,
+420 519 340 986,
www.lednice.cz
Turistické informační centrum
Veselska (C6)
Veselí nad Moravou, nám. Míru 664,
+420 518 321 881,
www.tic-veseli.cz
Informační centrum Ždánice (B3)
Ždánice, Městečko 18,
+420 518 633 412,
[email protected]
Informační centrum města
Kyjova (B4)
Kyjov, Svatoborská 26/6,
+420 602 155 679
Turistické informační centrum
Velké Pavlovice (D2)
Velké Pavlovice, Hlavní 9,
+420 519 428 149,
www.velke-pavlovice.cz
Infocentrum Velehrad (A6)
Velehrad, U Lípy 302,
+420 571 110 538
Městské informační centrum
Uherské Hradiště (B6)
Uherské Hradiště, Masarykovo
náměstí 21,
+420 572 525 525,
www.uherske-hradiste.cz
1 Hustopeče – Permanent winemaking exhibition
Tap into the secrets of winemaking in a
Renaissance cellar and indulge your taste
buds with a wine tasting led by an experienced sommelier!
www.hustopece.cz
3 Čejč – Pod Búdama wine cellars
A wine-cellar colony with almost a hundred “dragon’s holes”, as the local wine
cellars with grape-pressing facilities are
called, offering delicious wines from local
vintners.
5 Mutěnice – Museum of Winemaking
and the Pod Bůdama wine cellars
“Whoever does not love wine, women and
song remains forever a fool” – this is just
one of the nuggets of folk wisdom decorating most of the 500-plus wine cellars
in Mutěnice. In the summer, you can sip
delicious local wine while watching a live
concert in the outdoor amphitheatre. At
the local Museum of Winemaking and
Fruit Distillates you will see historical
equipment for the production of wine and
fruit distillates.
www.sklepy-jarosek.cz
7 Skoronice – Ride of the Kings Museum
For centuries, the local people have
maintained this tradition, which is
connected with the legend about the
expulsion of Hungarian King Matthias
Corvinus from the Czech lands by King
George of Poděbrady. So that Matthias
would more easily slip through the
guarded territory unnoticed, he disguised
himself as a woman. To this day, one of
the local young men dresses up as a girl
and rides on horseback through villages
accompanied by a large, regally attired
entourage. You can learn all about this
tradition at the local Ride of the Kings
Museum. After seeing for yourself the
splendour and beauty of the folk costumes,
ribbons and entire outfits, you will
definitely understand why this tradition
was inscribed on the UNESCO list of the
intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
9 Buchlovice Chateau
This posh chateau with a beautiful garden
is one of the most important Baroque aristocratic residences in the Czech Republic.
www.zamek-buchlovice.cz
10 Buchlov Castle
A small detour from the route will yield a
big reward. Not far from the Buchlovice
Chateau stands the majestic Buchlov
Castle – one of the oldest medieval castles
in Moravia. It can boast that in all these
centuries it has never been conquered.
www.hrad-buchlov.cz
13 Staré Město
The territory of Staré Město (meaning
Old Town) has been inhabited since prehistoric times, but the real local treasure
is the rich archaeological finds from the
period of the Great Moravian Empire in
the 9th century. Enter the Great Moravia
memorial and familiarize yourself with the
story of the feudal lord Mosil, whose tomb
is behind the wall at which you stand.
The personal story of this powerful man
who stood in the background of history is
illustrated by 20 life-sized figures – with
which you could almost shake hands.
www.slovackemuzeum.cz
15 Uherské Hradiště
Head to the part of town called Mařatice,
where wine is made. The wine cellars here
are considered to be among the finest
examples of Slovácko cellar architecture,
and the Pinot Blanc (Rulandské bílé)
from Mařetice winemakers, with its
characteristic aroma of sourdough bread,
is known far and wide.
www.uherske-hradiste.cz
Moravian
Wine Trail
eastern part