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Czech wine trails are an invitation to explore the country’s viniculture heritage in stunning landscapes, ranging from the sun-soaked vineyards of South Moravia to the picturesque hills of Central and Northern Bohemia. Prague is included as well. South Moravia is known as the heart of Czech wine, offering dedicated routes like the Znojmo, Mikulov, and Velké Pavlovice trails, where visitors can taste local varietals such as Grüner Veltliner and Welschriesling directly in the cellars. This region brims with tradition, hosting wine festivals, tastings, and open cellar events where winemakers share generations-old practices. For more events, click here.
Experience wine routes in sunny Moravia
South Moravia is criss-crossed by 1,200 km of marked trails known as the Moravian Wine Routes. As soon as you see the symbol of the wine routes on signposts (the silhouette of a wine cellar), you’ll know you’re on the right track. The routes run through the unspoilt countryside of South Moravia, which is mostly gently undulating, with detours to viewpoints. It passes by rows of wine cellars and connects the best-known wine-producing villages.
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Meanwhile, Central (withPrague) and North Bohemia offer a contrasting experience, focusing on local grape varieties such as Pinot Noir and Riesling. The historic vineyards around Prague, Mělník, and Litoměřice reveal the centuries-old link between winemaking and Bohemian culture. Bohemia celebrates wine with local events, blending history with innovative winemaking techniques.
You can cycle around the Mělník vineyards as part of a bike trip along the superb Elbe Trail. The route takes you from the Ústí Region, specifically from Litoměřice, through Roudnice, past Štětí, and finally to Mělník. Of course, you can also follow the route in the opposite direction. In the Central Bohemia Region, you’ll first come across the vineyards of Liběchov with the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. It’s worth stopping at one of the refreshment spots to enjoy the view across the river, especially at sunset—a sight sure to delight romantic souls.
The panorama of Mělník’s vineyards, castle and church will accompany you on your way to the New Bridge, where you’ll enter the city. Where to enjoy wine in Mělník? Once you’ve taken in the iconic view of the vineyards at the confluence of the Elbe and Vltava rivers, head to Mělník Castle/Chateau and the wine cellars of Jiří Lobkowicz. A visit to the Kraus wine bar in the heart of the historic centre is also highly recommended.
The Kutná Hora Trail
You can try the 6-km-long educational wine cycling route, the first of its kind in Bohemia. This marked trail connects the historic centre of Kutná Hora with a seven-hectare vineyard below Sukov Hill. This scenic path starts at Palacký Square in Kutná Hora and leads to the vineyard on the northern edge of the town. While winemaking here dates back to 1101, modern revitalisation efforts began in 1977.
The trail offers visitors an immersive way to explore the region’s rich viticulture history and taste renowned local varietals such as Pinot Noir, popularised initially by Emperor Charles IV. The family winery Vinné sklepy Kutná Hora has continued their shared efforts to revive the long-standing winemaking tradition in the Kutná Hora region, dating back to the 12th century.