Váté písky National Nature Monument near Bzenec – Moravian Sahara
Národní přírodní památka Váté písky u Bzence – moravská Sahara
A unique sand dune habitat, nicknamed the 'Moravian Sahara', located between Bzenec and Rohatec. This national nature monument features rare sand-loving flora and fauna, and an 8 km long educational trail.

📜 A unique sand dune habitat, nicknamed the 'Moravian Sahara'.
🔍 Features rare sand-loving flora and fauna, and an 8 km long educational trail.

Why Go

🌳 Explore a unique biotope with shifting sand dunes.
🐦 Discover diverse sand-loving flora and fauna, including rare bird species like nightjar and hoopoe.
🚶‍♀️ Hike the 8 km 'Naučná stezka Váté písky' nature trail with six informative stops.
🛼 Enjoy an in-line skating route in a part of the area.
💰 Admission is free, making it an accessible outdoor activity.

Why Avoid

🚫 Entry into the sand quarry itself is prohibited.

Cost

💸 Admission to the monument is free.

Parking

🅿️ A designated parking lot is available near the Bzenec train station.

Managed By

🏛️ Managed by Turistické informační centrum Strážnicka.

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naturenature reservehikingoutdoorgeologyin-line skatingfamily-friendly