Animals without cages
You may see them close with no arrangement — do not feed or approach them.
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A historic game reserve turned city forest in western Brno, covering some two hundred and fifty hectares between residential districts. It was established in the eighteenth century as a hunting reserve for the nobility, and still holds herds of deer, wild boar and mouflon living freely within the perimeter fence. That makes walking here unlike any city park: you may see wild animals at close range with no arrangement and no cages. The trails are numbered and clear and suit walking, cycling and running, with lookout points and a watchtower. The woodland is mixed with old oak and beech, and its colour in October is among the best in the region. Entry is free and open year-round. Access is by tram or bus from central Brno then a short walk to one of the entrances. This is a place for residents more than for tourists — and for that very reason it earns half a day if you are spending longer in the city.
You may see them close with no arrangement — do not feed or approach them.
Old oak and beech, with autumn colour among the best in the region.
A city forest used by the people of Brno rather than a tourist destination.
West Brno, between the Jundrov and Kohoutovice districts
It is not advisable. These are wild animals, not tame ones, and wild boar in particular can be aggressive when with their young. Stay on the trails, never feed them — feeding changes their behaviour and draws them towards people — and keep dogs on a lead.
Early morning or before sunset, when the animals move and are most often seen. October is the finest month for colour. Avoid the middle of the day in summer — the animals shelter in shade and the forest is largely empty of them.