Holy Hill in Mikulov
Svatý Kopeček v Mikulově
Svatý Kopeček (Holy Hill) is a prominent natural landmark and pilgrimage site in Mikulov, featuring a Way of the Cross, a chapel, and a protected nature reserve with diverse flora and fauna.

📜 A prominent natural landmark and significant pilgrimage site in Mikulov.
🔍 Features a historic Way of the Cross, the Chapel of St. Sebastian, and a protected nature reserve.

Why Go

⛪ Explore a historic pilgrimage site with a Way of the Cross commissioned after a 1622 plague epidemic.
🌿 Discover a protected nature reserve, home to diverse flora like dwarf iris, Stipa pennata, mountain germander, and unique parasitic broomrape species.
🦅 Spot notable fauna, including thermophilic insects and eagle-owls nesting in an abandoned quarry.
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy panoramic views from the 363m a.s.l. hill, part of the Pavlovské vrchy hills.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Chapel and bell tower viewing is limited to July and August through a grille.
🚶‍♀️ While the hill is freely accessible, be prepared for natural terrain.

⏰ Hours

⛪ Chapel of St. Sebastian and bell tower: Open for viewing through a grille in July and August.
⛰️ The hill itself: Freely accessible year-round.

💰 Cost

💸 Admission: Free.

⏱️ Suggested Time

⏳ Suggested visit duration: 2.5 hours.

🗓️ Events

🎉 Marian pilgrimage: Takes place annually on the first Sunday in September.

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