The park was historically established for the purpose of breeding game for the local nobility.
It is home to a statue of a fox, a tribute to the opera 'The Cunning Little Vixen' by composer Leoš Janáček, who was born in Hukvaldy.
The mouflon population was introduced to the park in the 1850s from the Austro-Hungarian imperial estates.
The park contains centuries-old oak trees, some of which are protected as natural monuments.
The site acts as a key migration corridor for wildlife in the Beskydy foothills.
Obora Hukvaldy is one of the oldest game parks in the Czech Republic, established in 1567 and covering approximately 440 hectares. The park is renowned for its large population of mouflons and fallow deer, which roam freely within the wooded enclosure. It surrounds the ruins of Hukvaldy Castle, a 13th-century fortress that dominates the landscape from a high hill. The grounds feature ancient oak trees, some of which are several hundred years old, creating a unique forest ecosystem. Visitors can explore a network of trails that lead from the village entry gates up toward the castle ruins. It serves as a significant biological sanctuary within the Moravian-Silesian Region.
The elevated lookout points on the path toward the castle ruins providing views of the forest canopy and the Hukvaldy Castle.
Maintain a respectful distance from the mouflon and fallow deer, especially during rutting season.
Stick to marked trails to avoid damaging sensitive forest floor areas or disturbing wildlife.
Check local forestry updates before visiting, as certain sections may close during seasonal maintenance or game management periods.
Do not attempt to pet or closely approach the deer, as they are wild animals and can be aggressive.
The park remains open year-round, though specific trail access may be restricted during winter storms or forestry management.
Stay on marked paths, keep dogs on a leash at all times, and do not feed the wildlife.
