Brno dam lake and Veveří castle – guides, news, upcoming events

Brno dam lake, frozen

Brno lake frozen, skating safe when following instructions

February 9, 2012

The most popular place for outdoor skating in Brno, the dam lake in Bystrc quarter is finally frozen over.

Bláhovka

Summer roundup: what to do in Brno on hot days

August 15, 2011

List of great beer gardens, outdoor swimming pools, town beaches and other places where you can cool down.

A cross in Denis gardens

A giant cross and an anchor commemorating the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Brno

June 8, 2011

Two years ago, Pope Benedict XVI visited Brno and celebrated a mass at Tuřany airport. According to a tradition, the place was decorated with a cross and an anchor. Now these two objects were put to display next to the Petrov cathedral and Brno dam lake, respectively.

Ignis Brunensis

Guide to the 2011 Ignis Brunensis fireworks festival

May 22, 2011

Three simple advices to follow if you want to join 200,000 spectators and enjoy the largest local event of 2011.

Boat Brno

Weekend trip tip: hike to Veveří castle, take a ferry boat back to Brno

May 19, 2011

One of my favorite trips is to ride a tram #1 to stop Přístaviště (30 minutes from the main station), hike to Veveří castle along the banks of Brno dam lake (2 hours), and then to take a ferry boat back to Brno (1 hour for the castle, 1 hour for the cruise).

Kraví hora

Outdoor swimming pools in Brno

July 13, 2010

There are several open air swimming pools in the town – try out one of these on your next day off!

Fireworks, photo by Zdenek Softic

Fireworks festival Ignis Brunensis 2010 starts on Friday

May 19, 2010

All the firework shows start at 10:30 p.m. There is no entry feee, of course. Just arrive and enjoy.

A ferry boat

A tourist attraction is back: Ferry boats returned to Brno dam lake

May 10, 2010

The ships sail every day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Ignis Brunensis

Ignis Brunensis 2010: schedule of fireworks and other events

February 10, 2010

The festival will take place between May 21 and June 6. Here is what you can look forward to.

Places for dating

Valentine’s day special: the most romantic places in Brno

February 9, 2010

Love messages written with stones, great parks, sailboats – Brno has so much to offer!

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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