Pavlov Hills
Pavlovské vrchy
A distinctive limestone mountain range in South Moravia, known as Pálava, offering stunning views, historical castle ruins like Děvičky and Sirotčí hrádek, and excellent hiking trails through a protected landscape area famous for its vineyards and unique nature.

📜 A prominent limestone mountain range in South Moravia, known as Pálava.
🏞️ Part of the Pálava Protected Landscape Area, famous for unique flora, fauna, and vineyards.

Why Go

⛰️ Enjoy stunning views from peaks like Děvín (550m) and Stolová hora.
🏰 Explore historical castle ruins: Děvičky (Maidberg) and Sirotčí hrádek (Orphan's Castle).
🚶‍♀️ Discover excellent hiking trails through a protected landscape area.
🍇 Experience a region famous for its vineyards and unique nature.
🏺 Visit the site where the ancient Venus of Dolní Věstonice was discovered.

🥾 Hiking

🗺️ Recommended 14 km circular route from Klentnice with 500m elevation gain.
🔄 This route can be split into two smaller circuits: Stolová hora & Sirotčí hrádek, and Děvín & Děvičky Castle.
🔴 A 12 km red-marked trail connects Mikulov to Dolní Věstonice, passing scenic spots.
👀 Expect numerous viewpoints, two castle ruins, and unique limestone formations like Martinka and Obří kámen.

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Two spacious parking lots available in the village of Klentnice, a common starting point for hikes.

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hikingnatureviewpointcastle ruinhistorical siteprotected landscape areageological interestSouth Moravia