Discover the Moravian-Silesian Region

In Poodří, the flat floodplain of the Odra shapes the landscape. The protected landscape area brings together meadows, scattered groves, naturally meandering stretches of river and almost 70 ponds. This river landscape is a distinctive feature of the region; in the Beskydy and Jeseníky, by contrast, ridges and mountain trails define the experience of nature.

Landscapes and hiking trails

In the Beskydy, the four-kilometre Radhošťská ovčí dálnice cycling route runs from Pustevny via the Cyrilka viewpoint and the Radegast statue to Radhošť. The Beskydská horská stezka also starts in Pustevny: it runs for 8.2 kilometres, with nine stops, to Martiňák. The two routes differ in length, course and destination—one passes named viewpoints and the Radegast statue on its way to Radhošť, while the other has nine stops and ends at Martiňák.

The Jeseníky also offer various ways to enjoy the mountains, including routes for hiking, cycling and cross-country skiing, as well as downhill ski runs. In Karlova Studánka, natural surroundings meet architectural heritage. The village is a conservation area with wooden and wood-clad buildings; there are also excursions around the Bílá Opava waterfalls and easy walking trails in the immediate vicinity. Trail conditions may change seasonally.

Rivers, reservoirs and viewpoints

Different seasonal conditions apply to paddling trips on the Odra: the river is navigable seasonally from the mouth of the Budišovka and year-round from Suchdol nad Odrou. Water levels and navigability depend on the prevailing conditions. At Slezská Harta, options include swimming, boating, fishing, sailing and windsurfing. Check local conditions and operating restrictions before making plans. The Po vulkanitech educational trail runs along both sides of the reservoir.

The Velký Roudný viewpoint offers another panorama of the landscape. From there, views extend to Hrubý Jeseník, Nízký Jeseník, Krnovsko and Opavsko, as well as the Beskydy and Oderské vrchy. In Ostrava, the observation deck of the New Town Hall is 73 metres above ground. From there, you can see across Ostrava, towards the Beskydy and into Poland; in good weather, the view also reaches the Jeseníky. Access and visibility may change.

Castles, industrial history and crafts

Hukvaldy Castle is one of the largest castles in Moravia. Its tower viewpoint offers views of the Beskydy ridges and towards Kopřivnice, Příbor and Ostrava. The Darkovičky fortification complex offers a different historical focus: it is a military and technical monument and represents the Czechoslovak fortification system from the period before the Second World War.

Experience industrial history on guided tours of Dolní Vítkovice. They cover the blast furnace complex and the history of iron production, and include a climb up the Bolt Tower. Tour formats and availability may change; check current dates before travelling. Důl Michal also offers a close-up look at the working spaces of a mine, including the chain locker room, a snack room and a lamp room. The castle in Bruntál houses a museum that displays an original interior collection on guided tours. Check the current availability of tours before your visit.

Technology and crafts can also be discovered at other places in the region. The Wesselsky water mill in Loučky has a working millrace and a mill wheel almost five metres across. In Vrbno-Mnichov, the Jakub glassworks is known for the handcrafted production of forest-green glass. The Moravian-Silesian Technical Trail has 30 stops and can be explored by bicycle; cycle paths run close to the individual sites.

Special journeys and spa baths

The Třemešná–Osoblaha narrow-gauge railway is the only railway of its kind in Silesia. Leisure trips on the line are offered with a real steam locomotive and tourist carriages. Operating days may vary; check them before your trip. For relaxation, there are also iodine-bromine baths in Karviná-Darkov and Klimkovice, as well as herbal baths and a wellness centre in Komorní Lhotka. The availability of facilities and treatments may change.

Getting around and finding a hotel

Regional public transport includes rail, suburban buses and urban public transport, organised by the region and municipalities. Within the ODIS network, regional, short-term and long-term tickets are valid on participating trains; the system also includes suburban buses and urban transport. Integrated ČD routes include connections to Budišov nad Budišovkou, Hradec nad Moravicí and Ostravice, among others. Ticket rules, routes and integration status may change; check your specific connection before travelling.

Discover more destinations: Opava District, Ostrava-City District, Bruntál District, Frýdek-Místek District, Nový Jičín District, Karviná District, Liberec and Prague.

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