Surroundings & activities
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Surroundings & activities

Wineries, monuments and nature within easy reach.

Nový Šaldorf — a place with the scent of wine and a story

A wine village near Znojmo

Nový Šaldorf — a picturesque wine village with a unique atmosphere. A place where wine has been grown for generations, where traditions are passed from hand to hand and where every corner tells its own story. It is famous above all for its Blue Cellars, carved into blue sandstone, which remain among the most beautiful winemaking sites in South Moravia.

The royal town of Znojmo
≈ 3 km

The royal town of Znojmo

Znojmo — one of the most beautiful historic towns in South Moravia. It will charm you with its picturesque historic centre, narrow lanes, views of the Dyje river, extensive underground passages and rich winemaking tradition. It is an ideal place for walks, sightseeing and sitting down with a glass of good wine or a coffee. Every year Znojmo comes alive with the famous Znojmo Historic Wine Festival, one of the largest and most popular celebrations in the Czech Republic. For a few days the town turns into a living historical scene full of parades, knights, music, good wine and a unique atmosphere.

Podyjí National Park
at the door

Podyjí National Park

The smallest Czech national park and one of the most beautiful, best-preserved corners of the country. Deep forests, vineyards, rocky viewpoints and the meandering Dyje river create a unique landscape that invites hiking and cycling. It is a place to enjoy peace, the beauty of nature and wonderful views of the surrounding countryside.

Šobes vineyard
≈ 9 km

Šobes vineyard

One of the oldest and most important vineyard sites in Europe lies in the heart of the Podyjí National Park, on a sunny slope above a meander of the Dyje river. Thanks to a unique combination of climate, soil and location, wines of exceptional quality are made here. In the 19th century, wine from here was delivered directly to the imperial court in Vienna.

Louka open-air pool
≈ 4 km

Louka open-air pool

A popular outdoor swimming pool in the Louka district of Znojmo with a large swimming pool, children's paddling area, grassy lawns for sunbathing and refreshments. A perfect way to cool off on summer days.

Vranov nad Dyjí
≈ 25 km

Vranov nad Dyjí

A baroque chateau on a rocky outcrop above Lake Vranov, sometimes called the Moravian Adriatic. Boat trips, swimming and views of Bítov and Cornštejn castles.

Kryoznojmo
≈ 4 km

Kryoznojmo

An unforgettable experience — a whole-body cryosauna right in Znojmo. A quick session (just a few minutes in extreme cold), ideal for groups and for recovery after a day on the bike. More at kryoznojmo.cz.

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And more

Quick tips from the area

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Blue cellars

More than 180 wine cellars carved into blue sandstone right in Nový Šaldorf, www.saldorfske-sklepy.cz

02

Cycling

The network of Moravian wine trails runs right through the village.

03

Swimming

The Pohoda swimming pool in Únanov, natural swimming in the Vranov reservoir or the popular Mašovice quarry

04

Freeport Hatě

An outlet centre and Family City right on the Austrian border (9.5 km).