Brno, Czechia
81Brno is Czechia’s second city, a compact Moravian hub where trams thread past Gothic spires and modern science parks. It feels big enough for culture but small enough to cross on foot, with lakes, hills, and cafés never far from a tram stop.
Livability scores
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Walkability 17 / 20
Central Brno has dense mixed-use streets where most daily needs are reachable on foot, with many services mapped in the Quality of Life Checker.
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Rail Connectivity 8.7 / 10
Brno hlavní nádraží is a major Czech rail hub with frequent InterCity and regional trains linking Prague, Vienna and other cities.
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Public Transit 9 / 10
DPMB operates an extensive network of trams, trolleybuses and buses with dense coverage and frequent service across Brno.
- Affordability 8 / 10
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Safety 8 / 10
Numbeo rates Brno with a high safety index and low crime levels compared with many European cities.
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Air Quality 7 / 10
EEA data show Brno generally meets EU air quality limits, though particulate levels can be moderate at times.
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Quality Of Life 8 / 10
Composite indices rate Brno’s quality of life highly, with strong healthcare, education, cleanliness and infrastructure scores.
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Food Culture 6 / 10
Brno’s food scene is growing with varied cafes and restaurants but has limited representation in major international dining guides.
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Car Free Practicality 9 / 10
Dense urban form, strong tram network and mapped services make living in central Brno feasible without owning a car.
Advantages & drawbacks
Advantages
- Excellent tram and trolleybus network operating 24 hours
- Affordable rents and living costs relative to Western Europe
- Strong tech and research ecosystem with international companies
Drawbacks
- Air quality can be only moderate during winter inversion periods
- Czech language barrier outside international workplaces
- Airport is small; major flights often via Prague or Vienna
Monthly costs
- Estimated monthly cost €1,100 – €1,250
- Monthly transit pass €22
Sources
Figures on this page are compiled from the following references. Data is indicative and may change over time.