Brno Reservoir
Brněnská přehrada · Nature
About
Brno's lakeside playground, with boat cruises out to the fairy-tale Veveří Castle.
Background & story
The Brno Reservoir, previously known as the Kníničky Reservoir is a reservoir on the Svratka River at the northwest edge of the city of Brno, Czech Republic. The construction of a dam on the 56th kilometre of the Svratka River, and the resultant flooding of the river valley containing the village of Kníničky, created the reservoir. The reservoir used to serve as a water reserve for Brno. It remains a place for recreation, and also a source of electric power. The administrator of the Brno Reservoir is the state-owned enterprise Povodí Moravy, s.p.
Historical and cultural context is adapted from the linked source. Check opening times, prices and access rules on the official website before travel.
Don’t miss: A city-edge reservoir for swimming and a scenic boat ride to a clifftop castle — easy nature right by Brno.
Plan your visit
Opening hours
Open access
Adult ticket
Free
Time needed
~3 h
Effort
Easy
Families
Kid-friendly · stroller OK
Dogs
Generally possible on a leash — confirm
Mobility note
Pram-friendly; wheelchair access unverified
Best time
Boat cruises & beaches Apr–Sep.
General guidance derived from the site type, not venue-specific verification. Based on pram suitability; wheelchair users should confirm details with the venue.