The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity, the eventful history of Starý zámek, wine cellars and a reservoir for swimming give Horní Dunajovice several distinct reasons to visit. Depending on your interests, architectural history, wine or time by the water may take centre stage. The themes range from historic buildings and wine to outdoor activities.

Architectural history spanning several periods

The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity was built in 1540. Its tower has the greatest deviation from the vertical per metre in the Czech Republic. This adds a precise point of comparison to its construction date: its tilt in relation to each metre. If you like to assess buildings by a specific detail, you’ll find an unusual point of reference here.

The history of Starý zámek spans several uses. It was probably built in 1536, when Jindřich Březnický had the former fortress converted into a Renaissance château; in the 19th century, it was converted into a granary. The former water fortress building in Horní Dunajovice, known as Starý zámek, is currently not open to the public because of its poor condition. Access may change after restoration; check the current situation before visiting.

The buildings also differ in how their dates are described: the church is dated to 1540, while the construction of Starý zámek is dated to 1536, though this date is probable. Its later conversion into a granary took place in the 19th century.

Wine routes, cellars and tastings

The Znojemská Wine Trail passes through Horní Dunajovice. Otevřené sklepy is a wine tasting held on the first Saturday in June; event dates may vary. If you’re planning your trip around the tasting, check the specific date in advance.

There are approximately twenty wine cellars in Horní Dunajovice. In the northern part of the town, some are dug into sand and soft loess. The approximate number gives a sense of scale, while the materials reveal a specific feature of how the cellars were built.

When planning, consider these wine-related attractions separately: the trail passes through the town, the cellars represent a particular construction method and scale, and the tasting is tied to a specific date. Since event dates may vary, it’s worth checking the exact date before planning your trip around it.

Reservoir, nature and activity

The Horní Dunajovice reservoir covers 28 ha and is used for swimming; its beaches are mostly sand or a mixture of sand and gravel. Its surface area, shoreline material and use offer different points of reference for understanding this waterside attraction.

The protected natural monument Pod Šibeničním kopcem covers 3.5292 ha.

There are also distinct options for getting active: the Znojemská Wine Trail passes through Horní Dunajovice, while the VINAŘ circuit is 6 km long and suitable for inline skating. This puts a wine route through the town alongside a circuit with a stated length and suitability for a specific activity.

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For the regional travel overview: Okres Znojmo.