10 Top Places in Mikulov You Have to Visit

Where Should You Start Your Walk?

The best starting point is Mikulov’s main square. The castle, the Dietrichstein Tomb, the synagogue and St. Wenceslas Church (kostel sv. Václava) all sit in the historic downtown, so you can cover them on foot without a car. A proven route runs from the square to the castle, the Dietrichstein Tomb, St. Wenceslas Church, the Jewish Quarter with its synagogue, and finally Svatý kopeček (Holy Hill) or Kozí hrádek (Goat Castle), where you’ll see the town from above. Check the opening hours and admission fees for the castle, synagogue, tomb and Turold Cave before your visit. For a larger group, it pays to book tours in advance.

1. Mikulov Castle

Mikulov Castle is the heart of the town, and its baroque silhouette rises right above downtown. It houses the Regional Museum Mikulov, with the country’s largest exhibition on winemaking and viticulture; its star attraction is a giant wine barrel. This is the place to start, because wine belongs to Mikulov as firmly as the castle does.

2. Svatý kopeček (Holy Hill)

Svatý kopeček is one of the most popular destinations in Mikulov. People come back on every visit for the panoramic view of the town’s rooftops, the castle and the surrounding vineyards. The climb is worth it a second time too, each time in a different light.

What’s on Svatý kopeček?

A Way of the Cross leads to the top, one of the oldest in the country. It’s made up of fourteen small chapels, the Chapel of St. Sebastian, a bell tower and the Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre.

Cardinal František Dietrichstein had it built as thanks for overcoming the plague epidemic in 1622. Whoever walks up follows in the footsteps of that vow.

3. Dietrichstein Tomb

For history fans, the Dietrichstein Tomb is a must-see: it commemorates the family that once owned the Mikulov estate.

4. Kozí hrádek (Goat Castle)

Kozí hrádek is a destination you reach by simply climbing the hill above town. From the top, you’ll see all of Mikulov laid out before you, from the castle to Svatý kopeček opposite.

Where’s the Best View?

Kozí hrádek was once an artillery tower; today you look down from it into the town’s streets and the vineyards around. The tower of St. Wenceslas Church offers an equally good view, as do the gardens and terraces of Mikulov Castle. If you don’t have the energy for the hill, those will do just fine.

5. Mikulov Square

Mikulov’s main square is the heart of town life. You’ll find shops, cafes and restaurants where you can taste the local cuisine, and from here it’s easy to reach the rest of the downtown sights.

6. Turold Cave

Turold Cave is a nature reserve and geological site where you can peek into an underground world full of stalactites and stalagmites. It’s also a good pick for a rainy day.

7. Jewish Quarter

Mikulov’s Jewish Quarter reflects the long history and culture of the town and its Jewish community. The area is divided into three parts, and the most revered spot is the so-called Rabbis’ Hill (rabínský vršek), with the graves of Mikulov and Moravian chief rabbis; it’s worth visiting calmly, without rushing.

8. Mikulov Quarry

Mikulov Quarry is worth a visit on foot or by bike. The landscape of the former quarry offers plenty of places to explore and is one of the popular hiking destinations around town, so head out in sturdy shoes.

9. Synagogue

The Mikulov synagogue is one of the most important Jewish landmarks in the region. It follows naturally from a walk through the Jewish Quarter, and together they paint a picture of a community that’s an inseparable part of Mikulov.

10. St. Wenceslas Church

St. Wenceslas Church, one of the most beautiful churches in Mikulov, rounds out the list. It showcases the local architecture and is also an important place of faith and town history. Its tower opens up yet another of Mikulov’s views.

Mikulov as a Game

Treasure Hunt Mikulov takes you through town as a team, with tablets or phones running our GPS app. You search for treasures on the on-screen map, and the questions are tied to specific places in town. Each game keeps a team busy for 2 to 3 hours.

Planning a corporate event in Mikulov with a hotel, catering and an evening program? Our agency Z-AGENCY can arrange the whole corporate event and team building in Mikulov. The game itself comes with full-service event management and instructors, while families and friends can play it on their own.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can you see in Mikulov in one day?

The main square, the castle with its winemaking exhibition, the Dietrichstein Tomb, St. Wenceslas Church and the Jewish Quarter with its synagogue. All of them sit in the historic downtown within walking distance, and you can finish with a climb up Svatý kopeček or Kozí hrádek.

Where is the best view in Mikulov?

From Kozí hrádek you see the whole town and the vineyards around it. If you’d rather skip the climb, try the tower of St. Wenceslas Church or the castle gardens and terraces; Svatý kopeček offers a panorama too.

What can you do in Mikulov when it rains?

Head to Turold Cave with its stalactites and stalagmites, the winemaking exhibition at the castle or the synagogue.

How long does Treasure Hunt Mikulov take?

Each game keeps a team busy for 2 to 3 hours. You play in teams with tablets or phones, look for treasures on the map in the GPS app, and the questions are tied to specific places in town.

Is the game suitable for families?

Yes. For companies we prepare the program with full-service event management and instructors, while families and friends play the game on their own at their own pace.

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