Český Krumlov
Czech Republic · South Bohemia · 492 m
Description
Český Krumlov is a picturesque historic town in South Bohemia and an important center of Czech history and culture. Its old town lies within a tight bend of the Vltava River and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. The town’s landmark is its extensive castle and chateau complex, featuring a striking Renaissance tower, the Cloak Bridge, a bear moat, and the exceptionally well-preserved Baroque Theatre. Narrow streets, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque houses, museums, and galleries shape the townscape. Český Krumlov combines medieval charm with a vibrant cultural scene and is regarded as one of the Czech Republic’s most beautiful historic towns.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
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- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Český Krumlov Castle & Bear Moat
- Historic Old Town (UNESCO)
- Castle Tower & Old Town Views
- Cloak Bridge & Baroque Theatre
- Castle Interior Tours
- Castle Garden & Revolving Theatre
- Egon Schiele Art Centrum
- Museum Fotoatelier Seidel
- Regional Museum
- St. Vitus Church
- Latrán Historic Quarter
- Vltava River Rafting & Canoeing
- Vltava River Boat Trips
- Rožmberk Castle(Day trip)
- Zlatá Koruna Monastery(Day trip)
- Monastery Gardens
- Castle Museum & Lapidarium
- Evening Old Town Atmosphere
- Kleť Mountain & Lookout Tower(Day trip)
- Dívčí Kámen Castle Ruins(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Český Krumlov