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Kyjov
ℹ️Practical info — Kyjov
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💡 Tips
- Rent a bike to explore the Moravian Wine Trails winding through the vineyards.
- If visiting in September, look out for 'burčák', a delicious partially fermented young wine.
- Book accommodation months ahead if attending the famous Slovácký rok folklore festival.
- Visit a traditional 'sklípek' (wine cellar) in the evening to taste local vintages.
🍽 Food
Taste local varietals directly in the traditional wine cellars (sklípek) of the region.
Roast pork with dumplings and cabbage, served in the classic pubs on the main square.
A traditional sweet pastry with curd cheese and plum jam from the local bakeries.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy bottles directly from the winemakers in the surrounding villages.
Look for hand-painted Moravian majolica in local craft shops.
A peaceful green space great for a relaxing walk in the town center.
A quiet hill offering a lovely vantage point over the town and vineyards.
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Located in the heart of the easy on the eye South Moravian Region, in Moravian Slovakia, Kyjov is a town renowned for its bustling folklore, colorful folk costumes, and excellent wines. The town is a cultural hub, hosting the oldest folklore festival in the Czech Republic, Slovácký rok (Moravian Slovakian Year), once every four years, attracting thousands of visitors. Explore the Renaissance main square with its town hall and plague column. Visitors can also check out the Vlastivědné muzeum (Homeland Museum) to learn about local history and ethnography. The surrounding landscape is dotted with vineyards, inviting wine tasting in local cellars. Kyjov is easily accessible by train or bus from Brno. Late summer, especially during the festival, is the best time to visit to experience the animated culture and the grape harvest season.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: Stavědlo v Kyjově · Aqua v parku Kyjov · Sv. Josef Kasalanský
- Nearby: Hodonín (18 km)
- Population: ~10.645
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -1 | 4 | 10 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 15 | 9 | 4 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 38 | 33 | 36 | 34 | 67 | 69 | 70 | 64 | 61 | 44 | 38 | 38 |
Geography
Facts
- Center of the Moravian Slovakia region
- Host of the Slovácký rok folklore festival
- Known for wine production
- Renaissance main square
- Homeland Museum with ethnographic collections
- Colorful traditional folk costumes
- Part of the Moravian Wine Trails
- Easily accessible from Brno
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Sights in the town Kyjov (10)
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