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Třebíč Essentials

Třebíč is defined by its UNESCO-listed monuments, centering on the exceptionally preserved Jewish Quarter and the Romanesque-Gothic St. Procopius Basilica. The town’s heritage includes one of Europe's largest Jewish cemeteries, the 17th-century Rear Synagogue with its ornate wall paintings, and the sgraffito-covered Renaissance Black House. Beyond the historic center, landmarks like the 75-meter Town Tower and the modern observation tower on Pekelný kopec offer expansive views of the Moravian landscape.

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Jewish Quarter in Třebíč

The Jewish Quarter of Třebíč is a neighborhood and former ghetto in the town of Třebíč, located in western Moravia, Czech Republic.

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Basilica St. Procopus

St. Procopius Basilica is a Romanesque-Gothic Christian church in Třebíč, Czech Republic.

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Židovský hřbitov

One of the largest Jewish cemeteries in the Czech Republic, containing approximately 3,000 tombstones. The oldest markers date back to the 1620s, and the site includes a well-preserved ceremonial hall from 1903.

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Zadní synagoga

A 17th-century synagogue featuring restored Baroque wall paintings and a detailed 1:100 scale model of the Třebíč Jewish Quarter as it appeared in 1850.

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kostel Svatého Martina

Originally founded in the 13th century, this parish church features a blend of Gothic and Baroque architecture and is integrated with the 75-meter-high Town Tower.

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Městská věž

A 75-meter-high tower at St. Martin’s Church. Originally built as part of the town’s fortification system, it serves as a viewpoint featuring a clock face nearly 6 meters in diameter.

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Černý dům

A Renaissance house on Charles Square notable for its elaborate sgraffito facade dating from the early 17th century, depicting hunting scenes and biblical themes.

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Masarykova vyhlídka

A panoramic viewpoint on a granite outcrop offering a direct view of the St. Procopius Basilica, the Jewish Quarter, and the Jihlava River valley.

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Pekelný kopec

A 26-meter-high observation tower on Hell's Hill, constructed from larch wood and steel. The architectural design incorporates the Solomon’s Knot motif, reflecting the town's Jewish heritage.