Koryčany

Koryčany lies at the foot of the Chřiby hills, just under 30 km south-west of Kroměříž, and calls itself the gateway to the Chřiby. It has been a town since 1967. The town has the Church of St Lawrence and a chateau from the early 18th century.

Koryčany has its place in the history of bentwood furniture: in 1856 Michael Thonet founded his first bentwood furniture factory here, and in 1859 the famous chair No. 14 was first made here. The Thonet Villa recalls this era. Among other monuments, the Jewish cemetery is worth a visit.

The ruins of Cimburk Castle stand in the woods above the Koryčany reservoir. Hiking trails lead from the town into the Chřiby hills, among others to the Kazatelna and Kozel natural monuments. In summer the outdoor swimming pool is a draw.