Panoramic view across Znojmo and the Dyje valley in Czechia
EPIC MOTO JOURNEY · ROUTE #117 · CZECHIA

South Moravia & Czech Canada Loop

A three-stage paved-road loop from Brno through vineyard country, Podyjí, Czech Canada, South Bohemian ponds and Renaissance towns.

514 km / 319 mi3 stagesPaved scenic roadsBest: May–October
ROUTE #117 · ALL

Brno → South Moravia → Czech Canada → Brno

Distance514 km / 319 mi
Riding time3 riding days
DifficultyModerate

The journey

This three-stage loop links the contrasting landscapes of South Moravia, the Czech–Austrian borderlands, Czech Canada, the Třeboň Basin and western Moravia without turning the ride into a long-distance transit exercise. From Brno, the route first explores Austerlitz country and the vineyard hills of the south-east, then crosses the Lednice–Valtice cultural landscape and Mikulov before reaching Znojmo above the Dyje.

The second stage is quieter and more wooded. Vranov nad Dyjí, Slavonice and Landštejn lead into Czech Canada, followed by the pond country around Třeboň and the Renaissance character of Jindřichův Hradec. The final day returns east through Telč, Třebíč and the Oslava valley, closing the loop through Moravský Krumlov and Dolní Kounice.

The complete loop covers approximately 514 km in total. The route is entirely designed around paved-road touring, historic towns, landscape transitions and frequent cultural stops rather than high-speed mileage.

Route at a glance

Interactive complete route map

Map filters are independent: Fuel stations, Hotels and Restaurants show or hide their markers without changing the selected route stages or POIs.

Complete route and curated POIs shown. Use the map filters to add fuel, hotel and restaurant markers.
Black numbered markers: route anchors★: curated POIs⛽ Green: fuel stationsBlue: hotelsBrown: restaurant
Elevation profile

Complete route elevation profile

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Elevation: Open-Meteo Elevation API / Copernicus DEM GLO-90 fallback; approximate terrain-model values.

Journey at a glance

Three stages across South Moravia and Czech Canada

Start / finishBrno, Czechia
Distance514 km / 319 mi
Road characterPaved regional roads, vineyard lanes and rural connectors
Best suited toTouring riders comfortable with secondary roads
Recommended periodMay–September
Highlights along the route

Why this loop works

The route moves from South Moravian wine country into the forests, ponds and historic towns of Czech Canada before returning through UNESCO-listed centres and the rolling countryside west of Brno. These are selected route-wide highlights; each Stage view contains the full curated POI set.

WINEVinařství Pazderkovi

Visitor-facing Mikulov winery: wine tasting and winery visits are documented by the town tourism service; advance booking is required outside the regular summer programme.

Planning

Practical route notes

Best season

Late spring to early autumn. September is particularly attractive for South Moravian wine country, with cooler riding temperatures than midsummer.

Road character

Paved regional roads, agricultural connectors and town approaches. Expect occasional rougher surfaces and village traffic rather than technical mountain-pass riding.

Fuel & range

Fuel is readily available in the larger towns. Do not leave the more rural Czech Canada sections with a marginal range.

Food & wine

A taste map of the whole route

Moravia on the plate and in the glass

Wine is one of the defining themes of the southern half of this loop. Around Mikulov and Znojmo, look for Veltlínské zelené (Grüner Veltliner), Ryzlink rýnský (Rhine Riesling), aromatic Pálava, Rulandské šedé (Pinot Gris) and red Frankovka (Blaufränkisch). The route also reaches areas where beer and hearty Czech cooking become more dominant, especially as it moves into South Bohemia and back towards Brno. Food specialities worth watching for include Znojmo-style cucumber pickles, freshwater carp around Třeboň, potato dishes, mushrooms, roast meats and dumplings. The best approach is to treat local wine as an evening experience after the motorcycle is parked, and to check opening and tasting arrangements directly with producers because cellar visits are often seasonal or reservation-based.

Fly & Ride

Motorcycle rental near Brno

ZajezdiSi · Kovalovice

Route-suitable BMW GS motorcycles are listed in the current fleet, including R 1250 GS and R 1200 GS models. The operator is in Kovalovice, east of Brno rather than at the airport or in the city centre.

Practical note: Fleet, prices, mileage allowance, deposits and equipment can change. Confirm the exact motorcycle and rental terms directly before booking.