The course of the River Dyje runs through the Podyjí National Park. Over time, its power and force has cut through the bedrock and hilly landscape to create some exceptional and breath taking scenery. The national park covers an area of 62 km2, which stretches from Znojmo to the Vranov Dam. In Austria, the Podyjí National Park continues as the Thayatal National Park. Its canyons, which are similar to the Grand Canyon, are a true sight to behold.