Overview
Located beneath the 17th-century Capuchin Monastery, this crypt houses around 150 naturally mummified remains of monks and Brno aristocrats, preserved by a special ventilation system. Some still have clothing and skin intact after hundreds of years. The entrance greets visitors with the inscription 'As you are now, so once were we; as we are now, so shall you be.' Admission about CZK 100. 5-minute walk from Freedom Square.
Opening Hours
Tue-Sat 10:00-18:00, Sun 11:00-17:00 (closed Mondays; reduced Dec-Jan).
Travel Tips
Combine with the Ossuary at St. James for a deep dive into Brno's unique underground world. The crypt is cool, so bring a light jacket.
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Špilberk Castle
Brno's landmark — a 13th-century hilltop castle offering sweeping city views.
Villa Tugendhat
A UNESCO World Heritage Site — a masterpiece of modernist architecture by Mies van der Rohe.
Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul
A neo-Gothic twin-towered cathedral dominating the Brno skyline, with panoramic views from its tower.
Ossuary at the Church of St. James
Europe's second-largest ossuary with over 50,000 remains — some say more impressive than the Paris Catacombs.
Freedom Square (Náměstí Svobody)
Brno's main Old Town square with a quirky astronomical clock and lively cafes.
Labyrinth under the Vegetable Market
A medieval network of underground passages and cellars hidden beneath the Vegetable Market.
Brno Reservoir (Brněnská přehrada)
Brno's summer retreat for boat trips, swimming, and lakeside strolls.