Moravian Wine Region | Lovely Self-Guided 1 Day Bike Tour of Mikulov Wine Trail

This is a map and overview on how to discover the best of the Moravian wine region on a self-guided bike tour of the Mikulov Wine Trail. The Moravian wine region is still a hidden gem in the Czech Republic and is super easy to add to a Czech Republic road trip.

The Moravian Wine region produces over 95% of the Czech Republic wine's supply. What better way to discover this beautiful region than by bike. The great news is, it's a breeze to explore the Mikulov Wine Trail without a tour.

This self-guided bike tour of the Moravian wine region begins from the adorable village of Mikulov. The trail highlights includes the scenic Pálava Hills Region and a small section of the Mikulov Wine Trail. It also passes through the beautiful hamlets of Valtice and Lednice, both which boasts chateaus and palaces and are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape.

Here's a brief overview of a full day self-guided Mikulov Wine Trail tour.

⁉️ If downloading the map, please verify that the map is correct and follows the waypoints. Oftentimes, there are daily updates to the site, map platforms, and other external issues that may cause a bug in downloading. Be mindful that this map is solely for entertainment purposes. See my full disclosure here. Always hike responsibly and respect the mountains by following a no-trace philosophy, avoid hiking alone, be conscious of the weather and personal limitations, and do not stray from the visible trail

South Moravian Wine Trail Logistics

• Loop Trail

  • Starts and finishes in Mikulov

• Total Mileage: 27 Miles
• Excursion Duration: This bike route is a full day adventure!
• Difficulty: The trail is mostly flat trail along a paved bike trail. There are some sections that share the main roads and a small section on a dirt path making it fairly easy to navigate. The high mileage is what makes this Mikulov tour route moderate difficulty.
• Trail Markers: There are a few trail markers along the route, but mostly just download a map. In the Czech Republic, the app of Map.cz works excellent.
• There is little shade coverage along this bike route, but plenty of places to buy snacks and water. Of course, don't forget all the little wine shops and wine bars to sample Moravian wine!
• Leave early to make the most of this one day bike tour!

Bike Rental Tips

A great place to rent a bike in Mikulov is from  Mikolovna E-Bike & Bicycle Rental. This centrally located shop is run by an extremely friendly man who provides helpful information, advice, and tips for biking through the stunning Moravian wine region. He also speaks English, which is a huge plus. The bikes are of high quality and in excellent condition, which comes in handy for the hilly terrain. If those pesky hills seem like too much, there's an option to rent E-bikes.

All rentals include a helmet, lock, and useful gear incase of a flat tire. There are options to rent other essentials like a phone case that displays your map, which come in handy!

South Moravian Wine Region Self-Tour Highlights

• The picturesque village of Mikulov
• Biking through a small section of Pálava Hills Protected Area
• A Section of the Mikulov Wine Trail
• The small village of Úvaly
• The Border of Austria
• Vineyards & Wine Tasting
• Chateau Valtice and small wine shops
• Lednice Palace and grounds
• Cultural Park of Valtice-Lednice
• Sedlec

Overview of Mikulov Wine Trail Tour

First, leave Mikulov and pass through the small village of Úlvay. Villa Daniela is a cute place to stop and enjoy a glass of Moravian wine in a charming garden setting.

Next, stop by the small hamlet of Valtice. Savor a glass of Moravian wine at the Chataeu Valtice. A convenient stop-off for bikers is at the old converted gatehouse. After that, continue towards Lednice via the small village of Hlohovec. Take a right and eventually cross the small lake to arrive in Lednice. If you have time, visit the lovely Chateau of Lednice and explore more of the impressive gardens. When ready, head back towards Mikulov.

On the return to Mikulov, follow the opposite side of the lakes and pass via the small village of Sedlec, which has a few small wineries. After Sedlec, it's easy to recross the river and return to the paved bike path. Arrive back in Mikulov Czech Republic just before dinner time.

Discover the South Moravian Wine Region By Bike

Want all the logistics on this beautiful one day bike trip through the South Moravian Wine Region and the Mikulov Wine Trail? Find out more details on bike rentals, what to see, and more helpful tips and tricks. Follow along with this complementing blog post:

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