Things to do in Prostejov

The Macocha Abyss is a sinkhole in the neighborhood of Brno that is one of the highlights of the Moravian Karst cave system. The Punkva River trickles through this fascinating sight, which is the deepest hole of its kind in Central Europe. Inspect the rare flowers lining the entrance to the sinkhole.

Every day at noon, Olomouc’s Astronomical Clock comes to life as a parade of mechanical figures are set in motion and the chimes ring out. This is one of two astronomical clocks in the country and its style and decorations act as reminders of the communist era.

The Punkva Caves consists of an underground labyrinth of paths, canals and holes packed with stalagmites, stalactites and a range of otherworldly formations. It features an extraordinary underground river that is like something out of the Greek Underworld. Join a guided tour through the various hollows of this subterranean world to understand its history and geology as well as the place of these caves in Czech culture.

Olomouc’s Holy Trinity Column is an important symbol of the city, celebrating the power of the Roman Catholic Church. Occupying the center of the main square, this grandiose UNESCO-listed monument is one of the largest free-standing Baroque sculptures in central Europe.

There has been a St. Moritz Church in Olomouc since at least 1257. This is the city’s original parish church, although the current building is from the 14th century. It is a mix of architectural styles, including Gothic, neo-Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque.