Discover Brno by Hire Car
The city of Brno is located in the Czech region of Moravia and is the second largest city in the country after the capital, Prague.
The university town was founded as early as the 10th century is the cultural center of Moravia.
So you can find historical buildings in Brno from all periods of the city’s long history.
Sights in Brno
The historic old town is almost completely preserved, there are numerous restaurants, bars and shopping opportunities here. The old part of the city is also home to the imposing building of St. Thomas Abbey.
This monastery looks back on a long, chequered history. Guided tours of the complex are available for interested visitors. Among the most famous sights of the city is the Villa Tugendhat.
This was designed by the famous architect Mies van der Rohe for the industrialist family Tugendhat. The building is located in the north of the city on a hillside and offers visitors a good panoramic view of the entire city. In 2001, UNESCO added the building to its list of World Heritage Sites.
On a hill overlooking the old town of Brno is the Spilberk Fortress. The 13th-century castle now houses a museum and a restaurant. The former dungeons in the basement of the castle can also be visited today. In summer, concerts are often held in the courtyard of the imposing building.
Discover the surroundings of Brno
But also the surrounding area of Brno has a lot to offer. To the north of the city, for example, lies the so-called Moravian Karst, a low mountain range with over 1000 caves.
Four of these caves have been prepared for visitors and are safely accessible, so it is well worth renting a car in Brno to explore the surroundings of the historic city.