GOLF IN SOUTH MORAVIA SOUTH MORAVIA – THE GOLF‘S PROMISED LAND 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 of the legendary St. Andrews can be found at the Korenec golf course. Experience the touch on the other hand the South-Moravian golf courses attract many golfers of history when playing golf in Slavkov (Austerlitz) - near the famous Napoleon’s battlefi eld. 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 South-Moravian golf courses do not fall behind with their off er of popular tourist packages. courses but of course there are also many unique curiosities around. There The main advantage of the Czech golf market is the off er of rich cultural heritage and a vast is no other place in the Czech Republic where you can play golf and watch range of historical sights. Therefore we have added several tips for natural and cultural sight- racing superbikes at the same time. This is possible only at the Automotodrom seeing in the vicinity of each golf course. Although we off er courses of various type, length Brno golf course. A stone menhir, bridges and other curiosities created in style 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! EXPLORE SOUTH MORAVIA 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 of Wine in the Valtice Chateau where you can sample and buy the best Czech wines with as- – all that remains is to pack up and hit the road. sistance of a local sommelier. Useful information on many Czech wine cellars, interesting events and places can be also found at www.wineofczechrepublic.cz. 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 You will probably encounter the traditional folklore and regional folk customs during your stay like the South Moravia. If you are looking for something really unique then go as well. Experience the magic of forgotten handicrafts, airy and lavishly embroidered costumes, the famous Lednice-Valtice area which has been also registered in the list colorful decorations of Slovácko and folk songs – besides, nothing else can better resound of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (UNESCO). In case you want to see a wine cellar than tender and rhythmical folk songs with a dulcimer band accompaniment. 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 There are many activities also for those who travel with children. The Moravian Karst with the fa- of the Dyje river valley is from terraces of the chateau in Vranov nad Dyjí mous Macocha Abyss, Punkevní Cave and boat cruise on subterranean stream of the river Punkva and Nový Hrádek u Lukova. We should not forget to mention the Pernštejn off ers a great adventure. Your children will certainly love the Aquapark and Dinopark in Vyškov, Castle which plays an important role in many Czech fairytales and movies. ZOO in Brno and Hodonín or real Wild West atmosphere in a Western town in Boskovice. The South-Moravian region is also famous for all types of wine – white, rose Finally we can not skip this question: Will you have any time left for golf? 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 GOLFOVÝ AREÁL KASKÁDA Info Na Golfu č. p. 1772, 664 34 Kuřim Tel.: +420 541 511 711 E-mail: [email protected] www.golfbrno.cz GPS: 49°16‘43.00“N; 16°32‘06.09“E GOLFOVÝ AREÁL KASKÁDA Golf Resort Kaskáda Information Architect: Jonathan Gaunt Accommodation Opening year: 2006 – 2007 Hotel KASKÁDA**** Type of course: Parkland Hotel Kaskáda off ers accommodation with a view of the surrounding golf courses and it has N. of holes: 27 (3 Nines – “The Wooden Nine” / a capacity of 100 beds. It is situated in beautiful countryside in the vicinity of Brno dam. The na- / “The Stone Nine” / “The Iron Nine”) me of this relax/sport resort and hotel – “Kaskáda (Cascade)” – perfectly describes the character 6 (pitch & putt course and uniqueness of the place. New congress hall and wellness centre will be available in Septem- for beginners – par 3) ber 2009. Par: 72 Activities and sights in the area Conditions of Play Brno – commercial and cultural centre of the South-Moravian region. HCP 54 Brno Dam – favourite recreational area, an ideal place for all kinds of water sports. Regular ferry Other services service from April until October. Veveří – an old Gothic hunting manor situated by the Brno Dam, various social and cultu- illuminated driving range, putting green, restaurant, ral events take place here. Předklášteří u Tišnova – a Cistercian convent Porta Coeli founded accommodation, meeting room, wellness (Septem- by the Queen Constance in the year 1233, convent temple with a unique French portal, exhibition ber 2009), congress hall (September 2009), pro-shop, of the Brno-Podhorácké museum. club and trolley hire, golf pro lessons, golf carts Pernštejn – an unimpaired European Gothic-renaissance fortress, annual historical festivals Course description in the beginning of July. Tišnov – regular international exhibitions of minerals held twice a year, the Klucanina obser- Kaskáda Golf resort is situated only 9 km from Brno. vation tower, unique deposit of minerals at the Květnice hill. Permanent exhibition of J. Jambor A new 27-hole course and 6-hole pitch&putt course artwork (painter from the Czech Highlands) in the Jambor’s house. 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 Stone + Iron Wooden + Iron Men 6.392 m / CR 73,9 / SR 139 6.135 m / CR 72,8 / SR 136 6.207 m / CR 72,9 / SR 135 6.009 m / CR 72 / SR 135 5.760 m / CR 71 / SR 131 5.851 m / CR 71,2 / SR 131 Ladies 5.689 m / CR 76,2 / SR 139 5.484 m / CR 75,2 / SR 135 5.503 m / CR 75,3 / SR 134 5.286 m / CR 73,7 / SR 134 5.126 m / CR 73,1 / SR 131 5.114 m / CR 73 / SR 129 GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ SLAVKOV U BRNA - AUSTERLITZ Info Na Golfovém hřišti 1020, 684 01 Slavkov u Brna Tel.: +420 544 221 963 E-mail: [email protected] www.agrt.cz GPS: 49°09‘47.01“N; 16°52‘26.64“E GOLFOVÉ HŘIŠTĚ SLAVKOV U BRNA - AUSTERLITZ Golf Course Slavkov u Brna - Austerlitz Information Architect: Hans Georg Erhardt Accommodation Opening year: 2001 Golf Hotel Austerlitz*** (extended to 18-hole course in 2003) All hotel rooms are in 6 separate bungalows located in the vicinity of the golf course. The Hotel Type of course: Links off ers 30 double bedrooms and 3 spacious apartments. A restaurant is situated approximately N. of holes: 18 (championship course), 55 m from the hotel. Parking spaces are located directly by the bungalows. 6 (public course) Par: 72 (championship course), 18 (public course) Activities and sights in the area Conditions of Play Sports centre Bonaparte, swimming pool with beach volleyball and a spa house are situated HCP 54, soft spikes in the vicinity of the golf course. Austerlitz Battlefi eld – the Battle of Austerlitz also is known as the Battle of the Three Empe- Other services rors. It was one of Napoleon‘s greatest victories, eff ectively destroying the Third Coalition against driving range, putting green, restaurant, accommo- the French Empire. On December 2, 1805 a French army, commanded by Emperor Napoleon I, dation, pro-shop, club and trolley hire, golf pro les- decisively defeated a Russo-Austrian army, commanded by Tsar Alexander I, after nearly nine sons, golf carts hours of diffi cult fi ghting. Reconstructions of the battle and memorial events take place here annually in the beginning of December. Course description Peace Memorial – an Art Noveau style chapel on top of the hill above the Prace village, timeless renowned Austrian golf architecture company memento of war victims. Museum of the Brno region, exhibitions, café. Hans-Georg Erhardt from Steyer. The 18-hole cham- Slavkov – town which is worldwide known as the Austerlitz. An armistice between France pionship course is very interesting and challenging and Austria was signed in the Ba- with natural obstacles, deep bunkers and artificial roque Slavkov Chateau on Decem- water hazards. A good practice area and public cour- ber 6, 1805.
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