Sedlec U Mikulova between wine, nature and history

Sedlec U Mikulova combines protected landscapes, winegrowing traditions and an unusually diverse history. These different experiences in particular give the place its distinctive character.

Natural landscape between Pálava and Nesyt

Sedlec is located in the Pálava Protected Landscape Area and the Dolní Morava Biosphere Reserve under UNESCO patronage. Slanisko u Nesytu lies directly next to Sedlec, bordering the western shore of Nesyt pond. The salt marsh covers almost seven hectares and is considered the largest salt marsh in the Czech Republic. Plants found there include the yellow-flowering Hadí mord maloúborný, Panonská hvězdnice and Solenka Valerandova.

The pond itself also has a distinctive landscape character: Nesyt is the only pond in the Lednice pond system whose shores have preserved their natural vegetation. Wetland plants grow in the reed beds; greylag geese, grebes and ducks regularly breed there. Another natural attraction in the surroundings of Sedlec is the confluence of three streams.

The Skalky are another distinctive landscape feature. They consist of numerous fossilized bodies of single-celled bryozoans and algae of the genus Litothamnium, which lived in a prehistoric ocean. Today, the Skalky are covered by a flower-rich feather-grass steppe. Rare plants, as well as birds, praying mantises and smooth snakes, can be observed there. The Moravian Wine Trail leads from Hraniční zámeček via Nesyt pond to Sedlec, thereby connecting another regional landmark with the town.

Portz Island and historical discoveries

Portz Island was the centre of an extensive designed landscape on the Moravian-Austrian border. The area was part of a designed landscape near the town that Cardinal Dietrichstein had created in the 17th century. The historic brick bridge near Portz Island is a visible reminder of this period. It has 15 arches, has been restored and is open to visitors.

The Portz Island project also created an educational trail with six information panels and rest areas. A statue of Saint John of Nepomuk dating from 1717 stands on the road from Sedlec to Portzský mlýn. In Sedlec itself, the Church of Saint Vitus was remodelled in the Baroque style and rededicated to Saint Vitus in 1672. Panská sýpka has been an exceptionally large Baroque cultural monument since 1966. The history of Sirné lázně dates back to 1362.

Wine, tastings and regional traditions

Wine shapes not only events in Sedlec, but also specific visitor experiences. The Vinařství Sedlec cellar tour includes explanations of the winery’s history, the vineyards and grape processing. Vinařský dům Sedlec offers guided wine tastings to the public, not only to guests of the guesthouse. During the summer holidays, the Degustační sklep is also open to the public.

The Sedleckých vín Festival is an annual tradition featuring wine tastings and a cultural programme. On 5 July 2026, it was scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. on the winery grounds by Nesyt pond. Sedlecké vinobraní is considered a traditional autumn event featuring grape pressing, wine tastings and gastronomic specialities. When choosing your accommodation, you can therefore consider whether you would like to focus on the landscape, historical sights or wine experiences.

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