Discover the District of Žďár nad Sázavou

The District of Žďár nad Sázavou brings together different reasons to visit: in Žďár nad Sázavou, castle history meets UNESCO architecture, while in Nové Město na Moravě, the Vysočina Arena is a hub for sports. The district also has nature reserves, peat bogs and local culture. When looking for a hotel, you can first decide whether culture, nature or activity will be the focus of your stay.

Castle history and UNESCO architecture

The castle complex in Žďár nad Sázavou is freely accessible year-round; local regulations may change. A guided tour of the grounds brings the former 13th-century Cistercian monastery to life through stories and architecture. The New Generation Museum offers another perspective, using multimedia to tell the 800-year history of the castle and its surroundings. Historical storytelling, architecture and multimedia interpretation complement one another, without these offerings being the same experience.

The Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk on Zelená hora is another distinctive cultural highlight of the town. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the architectural landscape of Žďár Castle. Those interested in the economic life of historic estates can explore a different focus with the interactive tour In the Footsteps of the Castle Manager, which covers Baroque and Cistercian estate management. Booking arrangements for this tour may change, so check them in advance.

Nature reserves, peat bogs and trails

The wider Žďár region's natural heritage includes four national nature reserves in the protected landscape area: Dářko, Radostínské rašeliniště, Ransko and Žákova hora. Dářko and Radostínské rašeliniště preserve extensive postglacial peat bogs; Dářko also has a bog pine forest. These landscapes offer a different focus from the architectural history of Žďár nad Sázavou and give nature lovers specific places to include in their plans.

The Svratecká vodohospodářská naučná stezka educational trail is associated with Dalečín. Check trail conditions before setting out. Around Zelená hora, educational trail loops are accessible and suitable for strollers and young children. As current trail conditions can have an impact, it's a good idea to check them before your visit.

Sports and varied trail options

The Vysočina Arena in Nové Město na Moravě caters to cross-country skiing, biathlon and mountain biking. The trails vary not only by sport, but also by length and surface: the arena has a 450-meter asphalt course, a 4.7-kilometer Ochoza forest loop, and winter trails ranging from 1.5 to 5 kilometers.

Mountain bikers can choose from singletrack trails of several difficulty levels as well as a pump track. Access to the sports facilities and public entry may change during events and training sessions. Trail access and preparation also depend on the season and conditions. If the arena is the main focus of your stay, check current usage arrangements before making plans.

Local culture and the wider region

Křižánky is a village with a protected historic layout, known for its wooden houses and a history of file-making. This gives a stay there a different cultural perspective from the castle and church history of Žďár nad Sázavou: here, the village's character and craft tradition take center stage.

Milovské perníčky, gingerbread associated with a traditional 14th-century recipe, come from České Milovy. If you specifically want to try this specialty, ask locally about both its availability and the recipe used today.

For a broader tourism perspective, the Žďár region is part of the Koruna Vysočiny destination area, which also extends into the Nedvědice and Tišnov areas of South Moravia. The destination area is therefore not the same as the district; it helps put the region's wider tourism context into perspective.

Find a hotel based on your travel interests

For culture, the castle, museum and pilgrimage church are the main attractions in Žďár nad Sázavou; for sports days, the Vysočina Arena in Nové Město na Moravě is a specific point of interest. Nature and local culture offer other focuses, such as the reserves, trails or Křižánky. If you are considering several places, compare the specific location and availability of accommodation for your travel dates.

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For the overview of the wider travel area: Jihlava.