What to See and Do in Luhačovice for a Weekend – Complete Guide 2026
Luhačovice offers over 10 freely accessible mineral springs in the town centre, each with a different composition — including the famous salty Vincentka spring. The town also features a unique concentration of folk Art Nouveau architecture by Slovak architect Dušan Jurkovič, whose early 20th-century buildings combine decorative mosaics, carvings, and ceramics with traditional folk elements.
Mineral Springs — the Heart of Luhačovice
In the town centre you’ll find over 10 freely accessible mineral springs. Each has a different composition and taste. Spring tasting is free and it’s an experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Czech Republic.
Springs you must taste
- Vincentka — the most famous spring, distinctly salty taste, benefits for respiratory and digestive systems
- Ottovka — most popular with visitors, milder taste
- Aloiska — sulphurous spring in an Art Nouveau pavilion
- Dr. Šťastný — spring named after the founder of the modern spa
- Nový Jubilejní — the youngest of the main springs
- Sv. Josefa — a quiet spring away from the centre
Tip: Take the Cross Path between the Springs — this educational trail will guide you through all the main springs and interesting sites.
Dušan Jurkovič Architecture
Luhačovice is a living gallery of folk Art Nouveau. Slovak architect Dušan Jurkovič created unique buildings here in the early 20th century that combine Art Nouveau elegance with folk elements — colourful mosaics, carvings, ceramics.
Jurkovič buildings to see
- Jurkovič House — iconic building with café
- Chaloupka — wooden structure in the park
- Valaška — decorative staircase and terrace
- Sluneční lázně — monumental wooden building by the reservoir
- Music Pavilion — venue for colonnade concerts
- Vila Jestřabí — private villa on the hill above town
Luhačovice Reservoir
The reservoir is the centre of sporting activities:
- Circuit around the reservoir (3 km) — ideal for walking, inline skating or scootering
- Boats and pedalos for hire (in season)
- Duha Swimming Pool with attractions for children
- Municipal Swimming Pool — year-round swimming
Tips for trips in the surrounding area
- ZOO Zlín Lešná — 20 minutes by car, one of the best zoos in the Czech Republic
- Kovozoo Staré Město — metal animals, great for children
- Baťa Canal — boat trip along the historic canal
- Bílé Karpaty Protected Landscape Area — orchid meadows, viewing towers, hiking
- Vizovice — castle and Rudolf Jelínek distillery (plum brandy tasting)
- Zlín — Baťa Skyscraper, Film Hub, Tomáš Baťa Memorial
Where to eat
Luhačovice lies on the border between Slovácko and Valašsko regions — the gastronomy is excellent:
- Traditional Moravian cuisine in local restaurants
- Homemade pastries and plum brandy
- At Hotel Vincent we’ll prepare breakfast using local ingredients
Practical information
Transport
- From Brno: 1.5 hours by car | train approximately 2.5 hours
- From Zlín: 20 minutes by car
- From Prague: 3.5 hours by car | train approximately 5 hours
Parking
Hotel Vincent has its own parking and charging station for electric vehicles.
When to go
Luhačovice is beautiful year-round. Summer brings festivals and swimming, spring the Opening of the Springs, autumn brings colourful nature and tranquillity, winter the Christmas market and wellness.
You might also be interested in
- 10 reasons to visit Luhačovice (not just for the spa)
- How to get to Luhačovice – complete transport guide
- When is the best time to visit Luhačovice? Seasonal guide
Book your stay at Hotel Vincent
Planning a visit to Luhačovice? Book your stay online or contact us at ahoj@vincentluhacovice.cz / +420 720 072 780.