The Iron Curtain Museum recalls the period when the state border here was among the most tightly guarded parts of Czechoslovakia. It provides a striking historical contrast to Valtice’s chateaux and vineyards and also works well as a poor-weather activity.
Verified facts
- The museum presents the history of service on the state border in the 20th century, with particular emphasis on 1951–1989.
- Individual parts of the exhibition also reach back to 1938 and cover changes in border protection after 1945.
- Displays include uniforms, weapons and equipment, photographs, documents, a reconstruction of the Iron Curtain and other exhibits.
- Opening hours and admission are seasonal and should be rechecked before publication or a visit.
Stay at Terasy Sedlec
Planning several days in South Moravia?
Terasy Sedlec is a peaceful base between Mikulov, Valtice and Lednice. After a day out, return to Sedlec, relax in the garden or outdoor seating area and head in a different direction the next day.
One day trip is rarely enough. Stay a little longer.
From Sedlec, each day can take you somewhere different – into Pálava, the Lednice–Valtice landscape, local wine country or across the border into Austria.
Official sources
- https://www.muzeumopony.cz/
- https://www.muzeumopony.cz/expozice/
- https://www.muzeumopony.cz/vstupne/
Facts verified: 2026-09-17.