Olomouc District

Olomouc District is an administrative region in central Moravia with fertile plains and gently rolling hills where around 96 municipalities are scattered across the landscape. The area is characterized by agricultural fields and small settlements that extend outward from the historic city of Olomouc.

The district took its current shape through administrative reorganization in 1960, when several older territories were unified under one jurisdiction. These areas had existed separately for centuries around the medieval city of Olomouc before being consolidated into a single administrative unit.

Villages and towns across this district hold celebrations that highlight Moravian traditions, featuring regional cooking and music that reflect local identity. These events show how deeply agricultural and craft traditions remain woven into daily community life.

The district is well-connected through an extensive network of roads and rail lines that link the various municipalities to each other and to the regional capital. Visitors can easily reach different parts of the area thanks to this transportation infrastructure.

Within the district's boundaries lies a major military training area that remains closed to the public and occupies a large expanse of land. Few visitors realize that this restricted zone takes up a notable portion of the otherwise accessible countryside.

Location: Olomouc Region

Capital city: Olomouc

Shares border with: Nový Jičín District, Bruntál District, Svitavy District, Šumperk District, Přerov District, Prostějov District, Opava District

GPS coordinates: 49.59528,17.25194

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:55