General news

The most important news from Brno and southern Moravia, in English.

St. Nicholas (source: Wikimedia Commons)

St. Nicholas will bring candies to kids, parties to adults

November 29, 2010

Prepare for loud groups of devils (known as krampuses in Austria) and angels, led by St. Nicholas(es), on the night of Monday, December 6.

Roast goose

St. Martin’s day traditions: roast goose, young wine

November 10, 2010

November 11 is one of the most hedonistic days in Moravia.

Edison Centre

Lightbulb-shaped “Edison centre” to be built at Koliště st.

November 8, 2010

Good news for fans of postmodern organic architecture: Archicon studio designed a wonderful, although quite large, bulding for a clearance at Koliště st. (near Mahen theatre).

Brnopolis

Brno Expat Centre: consulting for foreigners moving to Brno

November 2, 2010

If you want to set up a bank account, health insurance or find a school for your kids, feel free ask Brno Expat Centre.

2010 town council election

Social and civic democrats to form a local government with Mr Onderka as the mayor

October 18, 2010

The town of Brno has a new council. Social democrats have 19 seats, civic democrats (ODS) 14, TOP 09 9, christian democrats 6, communists 4 and greens 3.

Roman Onderka. Source: romandonderka.cz

New municipal council to be elected this weekend

October 11, 2010

It is pretty hard to recall just a single success of Mr. Onderka’s team.

La Liberté guidant le peuple

Favorite nations in the Czech republic: Slovaks, French, Swedes

October 4, 2010

Germans are the least popular neigbors and Iraqians the most disliked nation at all.

Statue of Justice

Restored Moravské náměstí sq. looks nice

October 2, 2010

It used to be just an ugly parking lot right in the centre of the town – but after a recent restoration, Moravské náměstí sq. looks like a public place should look.

Zelný trh sq.

Organic food fair at Zelný trh sq.

October 1, 2010

You can buy vegetables and fruits grown without chemicals, as well as local specialities like honey, marmelade, meat or seasonings.

Brno clock

Brno “cock clock”: questions and answers

September 26, 2010

It has balls and it is erected in Brno. What is it?

Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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