GOLF IN SOUTH MORAVIA

The Czech Republic is one of the most progressive European golf destina-

tions. There are nearly 80 golf courses at the moment and many more are

being built. When comparing with other countries you may say there should

be more golf courses in the area of South Moravia. That is certainly true but

on the other hand the South-Moravian golf courses attract many golfers

thanks to a perfect combination of golf and other activities. Hotels, intere-

sting restaurants and other services for tourists can be found directly at golf

courses but of course there are also many unique curiosities around. There

is no other place in the Czech Republic where you can play golf and watch

racing superbikes at the same time. This is possible only at the Automotodrom

Brno golf course. A stone menhir, bridges and other curiosities created in style

SOUTH MORAVIA – THE GOLF‘S PROMISED LAND

of the legendary St. Andrews can be found at the Korenec golf course. Experience the touch

of history when playing golf in Slavkov (Austerlitz) - near the famous Napoleon’s battlefi eld.

South-Moravian golf courses do not fall behind with their off er of popular tourist packages.

The main advantage of the Czech golf market is the off er of rich cultural heritage and a vast

range of historical sights. Therefore we have added several tips for natural and cultural sight-

seeing in the vicinity of each golf course. Although we off er courses of various type, length

and diffi culty they all have one thing in common: sensitive location in a picturesque landscape.

Be careful, those impressive views might entice you away from the green world!

The region of South Moravia offers all that makes your holiday enjoyable.

Except for golf there are so many things to do, sights to see and traditional

products to sample. You should try the famous Moravian wine and regional

dishes. There are many unique natural, historical and technical sights and also

plenty of entertainment for your children. All fi gured up and the result is clear

– all that remains is to pack up and hit the road.

Do you like the romance of old ages? Then you are in the right place because

no other region of the Czech Republic off ers so many castles and chateaus

like the South Moravia. If you are looking for something really unique then go

the famous Lednice-Valtice area which has been also registered in the list

of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (UNESCO). In case you want to see

the biggest collection of stuff ed dogs of various breed (listed in the Guiness

Book of Records) then you should visit the Bítov Castle. A magnifi cent view

of the Dyje river valley is from terraces of the chateau in Vranov nad Dyjí

and Nový Hrádek u Lukova. We should not forget to mention the Pernštejn

Castle which plays an important role in many Czech fairytales and movies.

The South-Moravian region is also famous for all types of wine – white, rose

and red, sweet and dry, simply wide range of fl avors and bouquets. In case you

are not fully satisfi ed with the off er of wine in golf resorts then visit the Salon

EXPLORE SOUTH MORAVIA

of Wine in the Valtice Chateau where you can sample and buy the best Czech wines with as-

sistance of a local sommelier. Useful information on many Czech wine cellars, interesting events

and places can be also found at www.wineofczechrepublic.cz.

You will probably encounter the traditional folklore and regional folk customs during your stay

as well. Experience the magic of forgotten handicrafts, airy and lavishly embroidered costumes,

colorful decorations of Slovácko and folk songs – besides, nothing else can better resound

a wine cellar than tender and rhythmical folk songs with a dulcimer band accompaniment.

There are many activities also for those who travel with children. The Moravian Karst with the fa-

mous Macocha Abyss, Punkevní Cave and boat cruise on subterranean stream of the river Punkva

off ers a great adventure. Your children will certainly love the Aquapark and Dinopark in Vyškov,

ZOO in Brno and Hodonín or real Wild West atmosphere in a Western town in Boskovice.

Finally we can not skip this question: Will you have any time left for golf?

GOLFOVÝ AREÁL KASKÁDA

InfoNa Golfu č. p. 1772, 664 34 Kuřim

Tel.: +420 541 511 711

E-mail: info@golfbrno.cz

www.golfbrno.cz

GPS: 49°16‘43.00“N; 16°32‘06.09“E

Golf Resort Kaskáda

InformationArchitect: Jonathan Gaunt

Opening year: 2006 – 2007

Type of course: Parkland

N. of holes: 27 (3 Nines – “The Wooden Nine” /

/ “The Stone Nine” / “The Iron Nine”)

6 (pitch & putt course

for beginners – par 3)

Par: 72

Conditions of PlayHCP 54

Other servicesilluminated driving range, putting green, restaurant,

accommodation, meeting room, wellness (Septem-

ber 2009), congress hall (September 2009), pro-shop,

club and trolley hire, golf pro lessons, golf carts

Course descriptionKaskáda Golf resort is situated only 9 km from Brno.

A new 27-hole course and 6-hole pitch&putt course

are located in a beautiful valley between Kuřim and Ji-

načovice. There is an illuminated driving range, ho-

tel Kaskáda ****, restaurant and other facilities are

available for visitors at the golf resort. The 27-hole

championship course consists of 3 separate parts (ni-

nes) – the Wooden Nine, the Stone Nine and the Iron

Nine – which can be played in various combinations.

Length and Rating

Combination Wooden + Stone

Men 6.392 m / CR 73,9 / SR 139

6.009 m / CR 72 / SR 135

Ladies 5.689 m / CR 76,2 / SR 139

5.286 m / CR 73,7 / SR 134

Wooden + Iron

6.207 m / CR 72,9 / SR 135

5.851 m / CR 71,2 / SR 131

5.503 m / CR 75,3 / SR 134

5.114 m / CR 73 / SR 129

Stone + Iron

6.135 m / CR 72,8 / SR 136

5.760 m / CR 71 / SR 131

5.484 m / CR 75,2 / SR 135

5.126 m / CR 73,1 / SR 131

GOLFOVÝ AREÁL KASKÁDA

AccommodationHotel KASKÁDA**** Hotel Kaskáda off ers accommodation with a view of the surrounding golf courses and it has

a capacity of 100 beds. It is situated in beautiful countryside in the vicinity of Brno dam. The na-

me of this relax/sport resort and hotel – “Kaskáda (Cascade)” – perfectly describes the character

and uniqueness of the place. New congress hall and wellness centre will be available in Septem-

ber 2009.

Activities and sights in the areaBrno – commercial and cultural centre of the South-Moravian region.

Brno Dam – favourite recreational area, an ideal place for all kinds of water sports. Regular ferry

service from April until October.

Veveří – an old Gothic hunting manor situated by the Brno Dam, various social and cultu-

ral events take place here. Předklášteří u Tišnova – a Cistercian convent Porta Coeli founded

by the Queen Constance in the year 1233, convent temple with a unique French portal, exhibition

of the Brno-Podhorácké museum.

Pernštejn – an unimpaired European Gothic-renaissance fortress, annual historical festivals

in the beginning of July.

Tišnov – regular international exhibitions of minerals held twice a year, the Klucanina obser-

vation tower, unique deposit of minerals at the Květnice hill. Permanent exhibition of J. Jambor

artwork (painter from the Czech Highlands) in the Jambor’s house.

GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ SLAVKOVU BRNA - AUSTERLITZ

InfoNa Golfovém hřišti 1020, 684 01 Slavkov u Brna

Tel.: +420 544 221 963

E-mail: golf@agrt.cz

www.agrt.cz

GPS: 49°09‘47.01“N; 16°52‘26.64“E

Golf Course Slavkov u Brna - Austerlitz

InformationArchitect: Hans Georg Erhardt

Opening year: 2001

(extended to 18-hole course in 2003)

Type of course: Links

N. of holes: 18 (championship course),

6 (public course)

Par: 72 (championship course),

18 (public course)

Conditions of PlayHCP 54, soft spikes

Other servicesdriving range, putting green, restaurant, accommo-

dation, pro-shop, club and trolley hire, golf pro les-

sons, golf carts

Course descriptionrenowned Austrian golf architecture company

Hans-Georg Erhardt from Steyer. The 18-hole cham-

pionship course is very interesting and challenging

with natural obstacles, deep bunkers and artificial

water hazards. A good practice area and public cour-

se are also available. The unique (pitch & putt / par 3)

public course can be found in the gardens of Slavkov

Chateau which was the battlefield of the famous

historical “battle of three emperors” and the victory

of emperor Napoleon in the year 1805.

Length and RatingLadies

5.494 m / CR 75,4 / SR 137

5.129 m / CR 73,2 / SR 133

Men

6.428 m / CR 74,3 / SR 138

6.237 m / CR 73,2 / SR 138

5.918 m / CR 71,5 / SR 134

GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ SLAVKOV U BRNA - AUSTERLITZ

AccommodationGolf Hotel Austerlitz***All hotel rooms are in 6 separate bungalows located in the vicinity of the golf course. The Hotel

off ers 30 double bedrooms and 3 spacious apartments. A restaurant is situated approximately

55 m from the hotel. Parking spaces are located directly by the bungalows.

Activities and sights in the areaSports centre Bonaparte, swimming pool with beach volleyball and a spa house are situated

in the vicinity of the golf course.

Austerlitz Battlefi eld – the Battle of Austerlitz also is known as the Battle of the Three Empe-

rors. It was one of Napoleon‘s greatest victories, eff ectively destroying the Third Coalition against

the French Empire. On December 2, 1805 a French army, commanded by Emperor Napoleon I,

decisively defeated a Russo-Austrian army, commanded by Tsar Alexander I, after nearly nine

hours of diffi cult fi ghting. Reconstructions of the battle and memorial events take place here

annually in the beginning of December.

Peace Memorial – an Art Noveau style chapel on top of the hill above the Prace village, timeless

memento of war victims. Museum of the Brno region, exhibitions, café.

Slavkov – town which is worldwide known as the Austerlitz. An armistice between France

and Austria was signed in the Ba-

roque Slavkov Chateau on Decem-

ber 6, 1805. Tours of chateau in-

teriors, cultural and social events,

Napoleon museum. The chateau is

surrounded by a beautiful park.

GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ KOŘENEC

InfoKořenec 174, 680 01 Boskovice

Tel.: +420 516 467 504

E-mail: info@sokrates-golf.cz

www.sokrates-golf.cz

GPS: 49°31‘53.55“N; 16°45‘55.84“E

Golf course Kořenec

InformationArchitect: Ing. Libor Jirásek

ak. soch. Miloslav Buřival

Opening year: 2005

Type of course: Hilly, Meadow

N. of holes: 18

Par: 71

Conditions of PlayHCP 54

Other servicesdriving range, putting green, restaurant, accommo-

dation, meeting room, pro-shop, club and trolley hire,

golf pro lessons, golf carts

Course descriptionKořenec golf course is situated 55 km from Brno

and it represents a harmonic part of pure nature

and perfect variety of terrain. This place boasts a uni-

que view of picturesque scenery of the Czech-Mora-

vian Highland, fresh air and untouched nature. Apart

from the 18-hole course there is also a driving range,

putting green, chipping green and stylish cobwork

clubhouse which in 2003 was awarded “Construction

of The Year” in the South-Moravian area.”

GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ KOŘENEC

Length and Rating

AccommodationPythagor Golf Hotel***Accommodation is available in the cozy hotel Pythagor *** which is located at the golf course.

This hotel architecturally blends with the unique buildings of the clubhouse, restaurant and roo-

fed terrace. The hotel off ers 9 double bedrooms with the possibility of additional beds. The total

capacity of the hotel is 34 guests. Each room has a bathroom, TV, phone, Wi-Fi internet, hairdryer

and outside terrace with chairs. The stylish golf restaurant “Kořenec” off ers a wide choice of me-

als for all visitors and hotel guests.

Activities and sights in the areaBoskovice – an Empire chateau, museum, Jewish quarter, synagogue with exhibitions, aqua-

park and Gothic castle above the town. All open to the public.

West Wild City Boskovice – a western town situated in a formal sand pit near Boskovice. Hor-

ses, saloons, bars and themed shows.

Punkevní Cave, Kateřinská Cave, Sloupsko-šošůvské Caves, Balcarka Cave and Výpustekunique stalactical caves of the Moravian Karst. Part of the tour is a boat cruise on subterranean

stream of the Punkva river. Archeological dig, educational trails and exhibitions.

Macocha Abyss – 140 m deep, funicular from Punkevní Caves to the top edge of the abyss.

Františka Ironworks in the Josef Valley – the oldest well-preserved central European iron-

works from the 18th century. A branch of the Brno Technical Museum. Exhibition of metallurgical

industry, open-air exhibition of furnaces, educational trail.

Křtiny – a monumental pilgrimage area

with the church of Mary (by J. B. Santini).

Annual fairs in May.

Ladies

4.624 m / CR 69,3 / SR 130

Men

5.538 m / CR 69,6 / SR 134

GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ BRNOAUTOMOTODROM

InfoAutomotodrom Brno-Žebětín, 656 98 Brno

Tel.: +420 546 216 462

E-mail: gkab1@volny.cz

www.grb.cz

GPS: 49°11‘58.35“N; 16°26‘53.53“E

Golf course Brno - Automotodrom

InformationOpening year: 1988

Type of course: Hilly, Woodland

N. of holes: 9

Par: 68

Conditions of PlayHCP 54 or company of handicap player

Other servicesdriving range, putting green, refreshment, pro-shop,

club and trolley hire

Course descriptionThis very challenging 9-hole golf course surrounded

by the “Brno Grand Prix” racing circuit has some ma-

gic and uniqueness, despite the fact that the place

can be a bit noisy sometimes. Most of the holes are

fl anked by trees but there are also many chances

to observe racing cars or silhouettes of Brno. A driving

range, putting and chipping green are also available.

You can get refreshments in the wooden cabin bar

or buy some golf equipment in the local pro-shop.

Length and Rating (18-holes)Ladies

4.240 m / CR 67,7 / SR 112

Men

5.200 m / CR 68,2 / SR 135

4.868 m / CR 66,3 / SR 129

GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ BRNO - AUTOMOTODROM

AccommodationHotel and Restaurant Žebětínský Dvůr***This hotel is situated in suburbs of Brno in the protected landscape area of Podkomorský forrest.

The Brno Dam and the Masaryk Racing Circuit is located nearby. The hotel Žebětínský Dvůr

has a capacity of 58 beds. The Gamekeeper Restaurant, Swiss terrace, supervised car park

and a couple of meeting rooms are available.

Activities and sights in the areaBrno – the second largest city in the Czech Republic has approximately 380 000 inhabitants.

Commercial and cultural centre of the South-Moravian region.

Špilberk – a Gothic castle rebuilt into a Baroque fortress, seat of the Brno city museum.

Permanent exhibitions devoted to history of the castle and the city. Exhibition of prison service is

situated in Baroque casemate. Cultural programes, restaurant, wine bar, observation tower.

St. Peter and Paul‘s Cathedral – originally a Roman basilica situated on top of the Petrov Knoll,

rebuilt in Gothic style. Interiors, spires and crypt open to the public. Diocesan museum.

Old City hall – the oldest secular building in Brno. The famous Dragon of Brno is situated

in an arched passage with a stone portal (by Anton Pilgram). A beautiful view of the Brno city

centre from Renaissance terraces.

Vila Tugendhat – an architectural sight registered by UNESCO. Crucial masterpiece of the Func-

tional architecture created by the German architect

Ludwig Miese van der Rohe. Built in Černá Pole city

district between 1929–1930.

St. Jacob’s Church – a Gothic church from

the late 16th century, 92m high tower, unique char-

nel-house. Tombstone of Louis Raduit de Souches

(the army general who defended Brno against su-

periority during the Thirty Years War) can be found

inside the church.

Due to cooperation of the 3 biggest golf courses

in the region of South Moravia any golfer can play

the Kuřim, Austerlitz and Kořenec golf course at only

one price.

Package A – price 2 999 CZK • basic green fee voucher for the top 3 South-Moravi-

an golf courses (Kaskáda, Austerlitz and Kořenec)

• 20 % discount on accommodation at chosen golf

resort

Package B – price 4 299 CZK

• all from the package A

+ universal voucher for basic green fee at any course

within the Three Golf Emperors

GOLF PACKAGES OF THE THREE EMPERORS

www.golfbrno.czwww.austerlitz-golf-resort.czwww.sokrates-golf.cz

The training ground currently off ers• 250m long driving range with 30 mats

• 6 roofed mats for training in bad weather

conditions

• 600m sq putting green.

• Chipping and pitching green

• Practice bunker

• Pro-shop, clubs hire

• Refreshments, outside terrace

ContaktVýstaviště 1, Brno

Tel.: +420 603 450 101

E-mail: indoor@golfbrno.cz

www.golfbrno.cz

Training ground Žabovřesky

ContaktTel.: +420 603 450 101

E-mail: zabovresky@golfbrno.cz

www.golfbrno.cz

GPS: 49°12‘34.549“N, 16°33‘54.375“E

DescriptionŽabovřesky practice ground is situ-

ated near the exhibition grounds

in Brno. The place is conveniently

located and easily reachable by

public transport. All visitors can

either train on their own or with

the guidance of a professional golf

trainer

DescriptionThere is no need to put away your golf clubs during

winter. You can keep practicing at Indoor Golf Brno

from November until March. This modern facility is

located in pavilion H at the Brno exhibition grounds.

ContaktBrno, Gorkého 45

Tel.: +420 543 213 001

E-mail: sport.klub.brno@seznam.cz

www.grb.cz

DescriptionThe golf club was founded in October 2004. The indo-

or golf facility is situated near the city centre and it is

easily reachable by public transport.

TRÉNINKOVÝ AREÁL ŽABOVŘESKY

For the Tourist Authority South Moravia, z. s. p. o. created by the Bravissimo Agency, Znojmo, e-mail: bravissimo@bravissimo.cz in co-operation with Runway Agency, a. s., e-mail: info@runwayagency.cz

Photo: CzechTourism, Jan Halady, Petr Lazárek, Aleš Jedounek and archives of golf clubs Text: Jakub Patočka ARTIS 3000, s. r. o. and Eva Obůrková, translation Paul Winskill

INDOOR GOLF BRNO

INDOOR SKB

This project is co-fi nanced by European Union.

South Moravian Region

www.jizni-morava.cz

Tourist Authority South Moravia

Radnická 2, 602 00 Brno, Czech Republic

tel.: +420 542 211 123

e-mail: info@ccrjm.cz

www.ccrjm.cz