Photos: Radler59 (talk), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Michal Gregor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Thomas Ledl, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
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Photos: Radler59 (talk), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Michal Gregor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Thomas Ledl, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
Brněnská přehrada, the city's reservoir
Your local guide
Hana Procházková
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Highlights
- A reservoir built for flood control
- A small boat crossing in summer
- How locals actually spend a free day
- Water shaping the edge of the city
- A quieter side of Brno, away from downtown
About this tour
This session covers Brněnská přehrada, the reservoir northwest of the city centre, from the dam wall to the dock where a small passenger boat crosses the water. You see the structure built for flood control in the early 20th century, then how the space is actually used today for a simple day out. It is a nature-focused break from the old town's streets.
I keep a relaxed pace throughout, since the reservoir invites it more than the busier centre does. Questions come naturally as we walk along the water. A short note on the boat's summer schedule follows by message afterwards.
This suits anyone who wants to see how Brno residents actually spend a free afternoon. It also suits families or anyone simply curious about the water.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 5 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Brno before heading out.
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The dam wall 21 min
The camera takes in the dam itself, and I explain how the reservoir behind it was built in the early 20th century for flood control.
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The passenger boat dock 21 min
We move to the dock where a small boat crosses the water in summer, and I describe how locals actually use the reservoir for a day out.
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Your questions 9 min
Time to ask anything about Brno: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 4 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Moravský vrabec (roast pork, 'Moravian sparrow') and Centre (within the ring), worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in Prague time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 9 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Brno, showing you The dam wall and The passenger boat dock live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- We meet on Google Meet; the link comes with your booking. I walk Brno live with my phone.
Times shown in Prague time (CET)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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