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A mosaic of nature and urban life in Brno, Czech Republic
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Agriculture
Cities
Location: Czech Republic
Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery
Nestled in the heart of South Moravia, the city of Brno is surrounded by a diverse landscape of agricultural fields, forests, and rolling hills. As the second-largest city in the Czech Republic, Brno is not only a vibrant cultural and economic hub, but also a gateway to nearby protected landscapes, including the Moravian Karst—a Natura 2000 site famed for its caves and underground rivers.
This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image, acquired on 4 April 2025, shows Brno at the centre, surrounded by agricultural land and rugged terrain.
Open data from the Copernicus Sentinel satellites is essential to monitoring land use change and supporting sustainable urban planning and agricultural practices.
