WW2

Brno

What do the street names mean, or: where the Hitler Platz was

October 27, 2010

A funny fact: there are Úzká (Tiny st.) and Vlhká (Wet st.) next to the Church of Virgin Mary in the eastern part of Brno.

Brno death march

Brno Death March: 60th anniversary of the hushed up tragedy

May 30, 2010

The expulsion still remains to be one of the blackest moments in the history of the town.

Be Free!

Theatre play “Be Free!” commemorates the Brno death march

November 2, 2009

The purges of 1945 are adapted into a theatre play for the very first time.

1945 in Brno

Photos of battle for Brno reshot in today’s streets

April 24, 2009

Let this small gallery commemorate the bloody days preceding April 26, 1945, when the Red Army conquered Brno.

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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