UNESCO·2 km — on foot
Zelená hora — Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk
A baroque-gothic gem by Santini from 1721. A unique five-pointed star floorplan with five chapels and five entrances. UNESCO-listed since 1994.
Around us
UNESCO, castles, nature — Vysočina within reach
What to visit
Trip ideas
We've picked monuments, nature and family attractions within reach of Žďár nad Sázavou. Map, opening hours and more for each spot.
UNESCO·1 km — on foot
Žďár Château — Museum of the New Generation
An 800-year-old château complex with a multimedia museum. Interactive exhibits use light, music and animation to bring the château's stories to life.
Castle·35 km — 40 min by car
Pernštejn Castle
A nearly 800-year-old castle called the "impregnable." Four courtyards, a covered wooden bridge from the 16th century, and a landmark of the Vysočina landscape.
UNESCO·45 km — 50 min by car
Telč — historic centre
A Renaissance jewel on the UNESCO list. The square lined with colourful arcaded houses is one of the most beautiful in Europe — an ideal day trip.
UNESCO·50 km — 55 min by car
Třebíč — Jewish Quarter and Basilica of St. Procopius
A Jewish quarter with 123 houses, two synagogues and the Basilica of St. Procopius. UNESCO-listed since 2003 — one of the most important Jewish heritage sites in Europe.
Family·40 km — 45 min by car
Šikland — Western Town
The largest open-air entertainment park in the Czech Republic. A western town, daily shows, horse stunts, an animal farm, and a fire show on weekends.
Wellness·1 km — 10 min on foot
Žďár Relaxation Centre
A 25m pool, a children's pool with a slide, a whirlpool, a climbing wall, saunas and a salt cave. A great choice for rainy days or post-trip wellness.
Nature·5–20 km from the hotel
Žďárské vrchy — Protected Landscape Area
A protected landscape area with 51 marked trails. "Nine Rocks," "Four Hammers" and vast forests — ideal for hiking year-round.
Nature·8 km — 15 min by car
Velké Dářko Lake
The largest pond in Vysočina. Beaches, cycle paths around the whole perimeter, fishing, and excellent conditions for bird-watching.
Cycling·25 km — 30 min by car
Cyklo Aréna Vysočina (Nové Město)
Host of the UCI World Cup. Nearly 30 km of singletracks across five difficulty levels — from family-friendly trails to elite technical circuits. Pumptrack and accessible tracks for riders with disabilities.
Sport·25 km — 30 min by car
Biathlon Trails at Vysočina Arena
A world-class biathlon centre in Nové Město na Moravě, host of the IBU World Cup. A modern stadium, cross-country and biathlon trails, with roller-skiing and in-line skating in summer.
Folk architecture·22 km — 30 min by car
Krátká Village Conservation Reserve
A hamlet of timber-framed cottages from the 18th and 19th centuries in the heart of the Žďárské vrchy. One of the best-preserved examples of Vysočina's folk architecture, protected as a village conservation reserve, with an educational trail.
For cyclists
Cycling routes
Vysočina is one of the most popular cycling destinations in the Czech Republic. The loop around Velké Dářko, the singletracks at Cyklo Aréna Vysočina, and the quiet forest paths through Žďárské vrchy — bike storage available right at the hotel.
Activities
What to do
Cycling
Spring — AutumnPilská reservoir loop 6 km, Velké Dářko 20 km.
Hiking
Year-roundZelená Hora — Castle — Pilská reservoir, 9 km.
Swimming
June — SeptemberPilská reservoir 3 km, free entry. Pool in the centre.
Cross-country skiing
December — MarchGroomed tracks Nové Město, 10 km. World Cup venue.
Fishing
April — OctoberVelké Dářko 8 km, day permits on site.
Golf
April — OctoberGolf Resort Svratka, 25 km. 18 holes by the dam.
Directions to the hotel
náměstí Republiky 70/6, 591 01 Žďár nad Sázavou
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