Deblín

Deblín is a market town in Brno-Country District in the South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 1,100 inhabitants.

Geography
Deblín is located about 21 km northwest of Brno. It lies in the Křižanov Highlands. The highest point is the hill V Koutě at 511 m above sea level. The Závistka Stream originates here and flows through the village.

History
The first written mention of Deblín is from 1173, when a castle with a Romanesque-Gothic basilica stood here.

Transport
There are no railways or major roads passing through the municipality.

Sights
The main landmark of Deblín is the Church of Saint Nicholas. It was built on the site of the original basilica and despite its Gothic-Baroque style, it has some Romanesque elements.