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The Macocha Gorge, an awe-inspiring natural wonder, stands as one of the most significant geological features in the Czech Republic. Located in the Moravian Karst region, this abyss plunges to a depth of 138.7 meters, making it the deepest of its kind in Central Europe. A part of the extensive Punkva Caves system, Macocha Gorge was formed by the collapse of a cave ceiling and is known for its breathtaking views and unique ecosystem.
Visitors to Macocha Gorge can marvel at the site from two observation platforms. The Upper Bridge offers a panoramic vista of the gorge's opening while the Lower Bridge, located near the bottom of the chasm, provides an up-close perspective of the sheer cliffs and the Punkva River flowing through the cave system below. The gorge is also accessible by a cable car, adding to the range of experiences available to tourists.
The name "Macocha" translates to "stepmother" in Czech, deriving from a local legend that tells of a cruel stepmother who attempted to dispose of her stepson by throwing him into the abyss. The boy survived, however, thanks to the intervention of supernatural beings, as the tale goes.
Apart from its mythical allure, Macocha Gorge is a gateway to the Punkva Caves, which can be explored by guided boat tours. These tours reveal an underground world of intricate rock formations, stalactites and stalagmites, and subterranean rivers. The caves are also home to a variety of bats and other cave-dwelling organisms, making it a site of interest for biologists and ecologists.
Local name: Macocha Coordinates: 49°22'21"N, 16°43'39"E
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Day trips
Macocha Gorge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Punkva Caves, Býčí skála, Kůlna Cave, Amatérská Cave.
- ~580 ftSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Punkva Caves
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Moravian Karst, the Punkva Caves represent one of the Czech Republic's most breathtaking subterranean wonders. These limestone caverns, sculpted meticulously by the forces of nature over millions of years, are a testament to the Earth's...
- 4.7 miS
Prehistoric site
Býčí skála
121 min walk • Býčí skála, or the Bull Rock Cave, is a prehistoric site of significant archaeological importance located in the Moravian Karst of the Czech Republic. This extensive cave system, renowned for its complex of underground passages and chambers, has been a treasure...
- 2.5 miN
Natural attraction, Cave
Kůlna Cave, Sloup
64 min walk • The Kůlna Cave is situated 35 km north of Brno in the Czech Republic. It is part of the Moravian Karst. Visit of Kůlna Cave is part of tourist visit of the Sloupsko-Šošůvské Caves.
- 1.3 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Amatérská Cave
33 min walk • Amatérská Cave is part of longest cave system in the Moravia, Czech Republic. It is also famous for archaeological discoveries. Except for the entrance, the cave is not accessible to the public, although occasionally it is opened for visitors.
- 6.1 miSE
Windmill
Windmill at Ruprechtov
156 min walk • The windmill at Ruprechtov is a technical monument in Ruprechtov in the Czech Republic. It is one of the most important and unique technical monuments in the country from the historical and technical point of view.
- 2.7 miN
49°24'37"N • 16°44'20"E
Sloupsko-šošůvské jeskyně, Sloup
68 min walk • Natural attraction, Cave
- 2.8 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
NPP Rudické propadání
71 min walk • The Rudice sinkhole is located in the central part of the Moravian Karst Protected Landscape Area north of the town of Brno, near the villages of Jedovnice and Rudice. Together with Býčí skála, they form the second longest cave system in the Czech...
- 5.3 miS
Church
Church of the Name of the Virgin Mary, Křtiny
135 min walk • Church of the Name of the Virgin Mary is a Roman Catholic church in Křtiny, South Moravian Region, Czech Republic. It is an important pilgrimage destination in Moravia and one of the most celebrated shrines in Central Europe.
- 1.4 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Balcarka
36 min walk • Balcarek Cave - Moravian Kras Cave rich in various infiltrative forms, made available to tourists. It is located near the town of Ostrov at Macochy.
- 4.5 miNW
Forts and castles, History museum, Historical place
Rájec nad Svitavou Chateau
116 min walk • Rájec Palace nad Svitavou-a historic palace, located in the Moravian city of Rájec-Nadziebí, in the Rájec district nad Svitavou. He was recognized by the national monument of the Czech Republic culture.
- 3 miNE
Forts and castles
Holštejn
76 min walk • Holštejn is a castle ruin south of the village of the same name in the Blansko district. It has been protected as a cultural monument since 1964.
