Valašské Meziříčí: what to see in the town of chateaux near Rožnov

When someone at Anděl wants a trip without hills and hikes, I send them to Valašské Meziříčí. It is a town with two chateaux, a handsome square and a calm, cultured atmosphere. It is not for nothing that it is called the Wallachian Athens.

How to get from Rožnov to Valašské Meziříčí

From Penzion Anděl it is just about 15 km. By car you are there in 20 minutes along the main road heading west. If you would rather not drive, there are comfortable train and bus connections too — Valašské Meziříčí is an important transport hub and services run here frequently.

Two chateaux in one town

The main draw is two chateaux a short distance apart:

• the Žerotín Chateau in the centre, now home to cultural institutions, with exhibitions and concerts held here
• the Kinský Chateau with a museum, displays and a park, a lovely place for a walk too

Admission to the museum displays runs in the order of tens of crowns. It is best to check the opening hours in advance, as they tend to be limited out of season.

The historic centre and the Wallachian Athens

The nickname Wallachian Athens arose from the town’s rich schooling and cultural life in the 19th century. On a walk through the centre you will come across:

• a square with townhouses and arcades
• churches and the old town hall
• galleries and the glassmaking traditions for which the region is renowned

It is a town for a slow walk, a coffee and a sit-down, not for hurrying.

When the trip to Valašské Meziříčí works best

I recommend this trip especially:

• on an overcast or rainy day, when you do not feel like heading into the mountains
• when travelling with children, who will appreciate the museum and the park
• as a quieter counterweight to more demanding hikes to Pustevny or Radhošť

You can comfortably walk the whole town in half a day. On your way back to us, stop by the café for a homemade cake, freshly baked in-house.

Combine the trip with a stay at Anděl

Valašské Meziříčí combines beautifully with a visit to the open-air museum right in Rožnov. If you are planning a longer stay, take a look at our rooms and write to us about a reservation. I will gladly give you tailored tips to suit the weather and your mood. I look forward to seeing you at Penzion Anděl.