Areál československého opevnění a železné opony v Šatově
Heavy infantry bunker MJ-S 3 Zahrada, restored to its 1980s appearance with original armament, and an outdoor exhibition on the Iron Curtain at the Austrian border.
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About the museum
Between 1935 and 1938 a system of fortifications was built along Czechoslovakia's southern border, consisting of heavy fortifications, that is infantry bunkers, and light fortifications, the so-called řopíky (pillboxes). Some of the structures were still used by the army after the war. Šatov lies in South Moravia, just by the Austrian border south of Znojmo.
The Technical Museum in Brno has operated the MJ-S 3 Zahrada infantry bunker since 2006, where regular guided tours take place. The bunker has been restored to its 1980s appearance and is equipped with the original armament and fittings that the army used there from 1960 to 1999, including two vz. 44/59 fortress cannons.
The site also features a vz. 37 pillbox, anti-tank and anti-infantry obstacles, and an Ippen barrier gate with a border post. Exhibits from 1948 to 1989 document the history of the Iron Curtain: there is a watchtower of the former Border Guard and a replica of a signal wall with electrical border-protection equipment. During special events, members of military history clubs bring the bunker to life.
Highlights
- Heavy infantry bunker MJ-S 3 Zahrada with original armament and fittings from 1960–1999
- Two vz. 44/59 fortress cannons
- Vz. 37 pillbox, anti-tank and anti-infantry obstacles, and the Ippen barrier gate
- Watchtower of the Border Guard and replica of a signal wall from the Iron Curtain era
- Guided tours and events of military history clubs
Permanent exhibitions
- Pěchotní srub MJ-S 3 Zahrada – Heavy bunker from the late 1930s, restored to its 1980s appearance with original armament and fittings, including two vz. 44/59 fortress cannons.
- Železná opona 1948–1989 – Outdoor exhibition with a Border Guard watchtower, a replica of a signal wall and an Ippen barrier gate with a border post.
- Founded
- 2005
- Operated by
- Technické muzeum v Brně
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 60 Kč |
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| Reduced | 30 Kčchildren aged 6 to 15, students, seniors aged 60 and over, and other cardholders under the rules of the Technical Museum in Brno |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 5 · Children up to age 6 enter free under the rules of the Technical Museum in Brno. |
| Seniors | 30 KčFrom age 60. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Holders of the ZTP card enter free; holders of ZTP/P enter free together with a companion. |
| Students & apprentices | 30 Kč |
| Groups (10+ people) | –Group tours outside the usual times by prior arrangement. |
Payment at the ticket office is in cash only. Holders of the Family Pass pay CZK 48 (a 20% discount on the basic admission).
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
Šatov, Obecní úřad
By bus from Brno to Znojmo, and in Znojmo change to a bus to Šatov (stop Obecní úřad) or to the Znojmo–Retz train (stop Šatov).
By car
Parking available
Parking options at the bunker are limited, especially during events; it is recommended to use the car park in the village and continue on foot.
By car along road no. 53 from Brno to Znojmo; in Znojmo take road no. 38 towards Hatě; at the edge of town turn onto road no. 413 towards Retz; after the village of Havraníky turn left to Šatov and follow the signs to the bunker.
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | The bunker can only be visited with a guide. Dogs are not allowed inside the bunker. |
