Opatov (Třebíč District)
Introduction '''Opatov''' is a market town in Třebíč District in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 800 inhabitants.
Geography Opatov is located about  west of Třebíč and  south of Jihlava. It lies in the Křižanov Highlands. The highest point is the Brtník hill at  above sea level. The Brtnice River flows through the market town. There are several ponds in the municipal territory.
History The first written mention of Opatov is from 1086.In 1487, it was bought by the Waldstein family. In 1540, the village was promoted to a market town. From 1623, Opatov was a property of the Collalto family. In 1662 or 1696 (according to various chroniclers), a large fire destroyed most of the market town.
Sights The main landmark of Opatov is the Church of Saint Bartholomew. It was built in the Neoclassical style in 1841–1844.Opposite the church stands a valuable Baroque rectory.
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