Žďár nad Sázavou District

Žďár nad Sázavou District is an administrative region in the Vysočina Region featuring varied landscapes of forests, farmland, and water bodies. The Sázava River winds through the territory, which encompasses roughly 170 municipalities spread across approximately 1,600 square kilometers.

The region developed from medieval settlements centered around a Cistercian monastery established in 1252, which became the economic and cultural center of the area. This monastic foundation shaped its growth into an important administrative region in Central Europe.

The area is known for its religious monuments, particularly the baroque pilgrimage church near Zelená Hora with its distinctive architectural design. These structures reflect the deep connection between faith and community life that shaped the region over centuries.

The district benefits from good road connections via the D1 motorway between Prague and Brno, with regional buses linking its communities. For visitors, having a car or using train connections helps when exploring attractions spread across the territory.

The highest elevation in the territory is Devět skal mountain at 836 meters, positioning it among the elevated regions of the Czech Republic. This peak offers hikers views across the surrounding landscapes and creates a distinctive geographical character for the entire area.

Location: Vysočina Region

Location: South Moravia

Capital city: Žďár nad Sázavou

Shares border with: Brno-Country District, Blansko District, Třebíč District, Svitavy District, Havlíčkův Brod District, Jihlava District, Chrudim District

GPS coordinates: 49.56278,15.93972

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:56