Vines were probably cultivated on the slopes below Petřín even before the arrival of the Premonstratensians in 1143. In the 14th century, the area was almost continuously covered by vineyards before giving way to gardens and orchards during the 18th and 19th centuries. Nowadays, Strahov Monastery has two smaller vineyards. The triangular stepped Vista and Vineyard, situated to the south-east, adjoins the Abbey Garden directly above the Raoul Wallenberg Path surrounding the Great Strahov Garden. Ever more visitors flock here to see the beautiful panorama of the Castle and Malá Strana. The vineyard was designed by architect Otakar Kuč and laid out on gently sloping terraces. The Hibernal vines are grown both for grapes and for ornamental purposes. The second, slightly larger Hibernal vineyard, located south of the wall of the Convent Garden, is not open to the public. The grapes from there are used by the monastery kitchen. Related Prague Vineyards On May 30 and 31, visitors will once again have the opportunity to explore both municipal and private vineyards in the capital. This annual event brings attention to Prague’s vineyards and introduces the public to their history, present, and future plans. It highlights the authenticity and uniqueness of wines produced in Prague. Many of these green areas, some of which are heritage-protected and normally closed to the public boast magnificent views of the city.