Katov: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Katov is situated on a plateau in the Bítešská vrchovina highlands at an elevation of 461 metres. The first historically documented mention of Katov appears in a document from 1390.

Landscape

A marked hiking trail runs through the Haldatal valley and via the neighbouring municipalities of Březské and Níhov in the immediate surroundings of Katov. The mountains of Víckov, Duforty, Koní hora and Ambrožný are located around Katov.

History and Culture

The foundation stone of the Chapel of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in Katov was laid in 1948.

Culture and Leisure

Zámek Veveří Castle is located in the wider region surrounding Katov. Tempelštejn is a ruin in the wider region surrounding Katov, as is Rabštejn. Brno Zoo is a zoo in the wider region surrounding Katov.

Culinary Delights

The vepřové hody in Katov are considered a traditional event. Pork-specialty from the slaughter are served at the table and also sold to take away.

Events

Katovská Osma is a firefighting sports competition organised by SDH Katov and held in Katov. In 2025, Katovská Osma was the 16th edition of the Turné čtyř osem competition.

A traditional Masopust procession through the village was announced for 14 February 2026 in Katov.

Other Places

Other places: Těšany, Kanice, Újezd U Tišnova, Litostrov, Drahonín, Rojetín, Malešovice, Braníškov.

To the higher-level travel overview: Brno-Venkov District.