Explore a Enchanted Avenue of Miniatures in Bystřice nad Pernštejnem

The miniatures found in Bystřice Miniature Park do not show how the monuments look now, but rather capture their beauty from the 14th and 15th centuries when they were at their peak. Besides Čepička Castle located near Tišnov, visitors can also see models of significant sites like the Porta Coeli monastery, Skály Castle, Zubštejn Castle, Pernštejn Castle, Dalečín Castle, Aueršperk Castle, and Pyšolec Castle. The miniature of Pernštejn Castle stretches about seven meters at its longest side.

Concept of the Bystřice Miniature Park is special because the models are made of materials other than plastic and are placed outdoors in a natural setting. The park beautifully illustrates medieval structures as they appeared during their glorious 14th and 15th-century days. Visitors can also view how these sites look today through photographs on informational boards or during guided tours in the nearby area. The replicas were crafted by model-maker Zdeněk Brachtl. He chose a piece of land reminiscent of the River Svratka, close to Jimramov in the Žďár region. The various hills in the landscape serve as ideal backdrops for the castle models, some of which are as long as ten meters. The creator strengthened these 1:50 scale models with iron for added durability.

A geological park is planned for this site in the future, showcasing rocks that are commonly found in the region. Examples of these rocks will include marble, limestone, conglomerate, and gneiss.

An avenue leading into a fairy tale

This initiative comes from the municipal museumin Bystřice nad Pernštejnem; creating the models took several years to complete. The park is accessible to the public throughout the entire year; many people enjoy taking pictures next to the models, and children are eager to touch them. As guests stroll through the park, they follow paths that connect the different castles. Nearby is the Fairytale Avenue, which features a collection of wooden characters from fairy tales. This pathway includes ten wooden sculptures representing characters like the Hejkal, the Hastrman, and Ježibaba. Each sculpture comes with a QR code that visitors can scan with their smartphones for additional information.