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

Extreme sports

3 amazing extreme sports videos

January 28, 2010

Extreme powered paragliding, le parkour and downhill biking videos captured in Brno.

Frozen dam

Brno dam frozen, skating not recommended

December 21, 2009

According to police spokesperson Denisa Kapitančiková, the ice is too thin and ice skating may be extremely dangerous.

Old Kníničky

Urban decay: destroyed village of Kníničky exposed on the ground of Brno dam

July 13, 2009

The place may be dangerous, but it is stil worth seeing for many people.

Fireworks above Špilberk

The complete guide to the fireworks festival

May 11, 2009

Ignis Brunensis 2009 is about to start – enjoy the fireworks festival with our unique advices!

EU to pay CZK 200M for a cleaner Brno dam

March 18, 2009

The South Moravian Region will try to clean the Brno dam from dangerous anabaena bacterias.

10 ways to have fun and make friends during your Erasmus study period

February 2, 2009

Brno Now will guide you trough the best months of your academic life.

Ice skating at Brno dam is quite safe

January 7, 2009

The metropolitan police has anounced that the ice at Brno Dam is 15 cm (6 in) thick.

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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