City walls of Brno, Medieval fortifications in Brno, Czech Republic

The city walls of Brno are remnants of medieval stone fortifications featuring preserved towers and a gate called Měnínská brána. Parts of this defensive structure run through the urban area, showing how people built protective barriers around their settlements.

The walls were built in the 13th century to protect Brno from outside attacks. Over time they were repeatedly adapted and strengthened to keep pace with changing military technology.

The walls stand as a protected cultural monument since 1964, showing how medieval residents defended their city. Today they sit within the modern urban landscape, serving as visible reminders of Brno's fortified past.

The best-preserved stretch of medieval wall stands in Husova Street, where the masonry survives to a height of 10 metres beside house No. 10. Of the five original gates only the Měnínská Gate remains. The walls are 1.6 to 2.2 metres thick, built of rough rubble masonry with a poured core.

The best-preserved stretch of medieval wall stands by the house at Husova 10, where the masonry survives to a height of 10 metres. The walls were 1.6 to 2.2 metres thick, built of rough uncoursed stone with a poured core. Of the five original gates, only Měnínská brána still stands.