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State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov
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State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov

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State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlovis situated on a hill in a town in South Bohemia, where the horseshoe-shaped bend of the Vltava River embraces both it and the Old Town. The castle was first built in the mid-13th century, and over the following centuries, it was constructed and expanded by families such as the Rosenbergs, Eggenbergs, and Schwarzenbergs, gradually forming a massive castle complex consisting of over 40 buildings and palaces connected by 5 courtyards, second in size in the Czech Republic only to Prague Castle. A major highlight of the castle is climbing to the top of the Castle Tower to overlook the entire town, as if immersed in a sea of red roofs.Cesky Krumlov · 254m from downtown
Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov
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Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov

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Historic Center of Cesky Krumlovis located in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. The Vltava River winds through the town, creating a bend that almost encircles the Old Town. The town unfolds in layers around a castle built in the 13th century, featuring a blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. Thanks to over five centuries of stable development, the medieval street layout has been preserved almost entirely. Red-tiled roofs, winding cobblestone streets, and old houses with painted facades form the backdrop of the Old Town. In Central Europe, which has been ravaged by war several times, such a complete and well-preserved medieval town is rare. The castle complex in the town is second in size in the Czech Republic only to Prague Castle. The round tower with its painted facade is the landmark of the entire town, and climbing it offers a panoramic view of the Old Town embraced by the river bend.Czech Republic · Cesky Krumlov
Church of St. Vitus
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Church of St. Vitus

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Church of St. Vitusstands on high ground in the old town of Český Krumlov, occupying the same hillside as the castle, embraced by a bend in the Vltava. The church spire and the castle's colorful tower echo each other, together defining the town's skyline. Construction of the church began in the early 15th century and was completed over the course of more than 30 years. The main structure is a late Gothic hall church, with a Baroque chapel and a Neo-Gothic spire added later. It was once the main church of the Rosenberg family's territory and has remained the center of faith for the local people for hundreds of years. Mass is still held here today, and classical music concerts are occasionally hosted as well. Stepping inside, you can see that the nave and side aisles are almost the same height, allowing you to take in the entire interior from a single spot. Eight stone pillars support the net-like vaulting, the design of which was inspired by the Church of St. Vitus in Prague, and can be seen as a continuation of the Bohemian Gothic tradition in the town.Cesky Krumlov · 307m from downtown
The Castle Garden
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The Castle Garden

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The Castle Gardenis located on the hillside southwest of the Český Krumlov Castle and is a sizable Baroque garden within this castle complex. The garden was first built in the 17th century during the Eggenberg family era and was renovated in the second half of the 20th century according to the original 18th-century plans. It covers an area of approx. 11 hectares and is generally accessed via the double-arched bridge connecting the castle and the garden. The garden is roughly divided into two parts from bottom to top: the Lower Garden features neatly trimmed Rococo flowerbeds, with various flowers arranged in intricate patterns; the Cascade Fountain at the junction of the upper and lower gardens is the highlight of the entire garden. Built in the mid-18th century, it features a four-tiered cascade adorned with statues of Neptune, allegories of the four seasons, and aquatic animals, and is considered a treasure among similar fountains in the Czech Republic. The Upper Garden is more akin to a natural landscape garden, with the Rococo Bellarie Summer Palace, a music pavilion, and a castle pond scattered among tree-lined paths and lawns; the revolving auditorium open-air theater in front of the summer palace has been a venue for summer performances for decades, where operas, ballets, and plays are frequently performed, and many people also enjoy having a picnic or relaxing on the lawn.Cesky Krumlov · 788m from downtown
Town Hall of Český Krumlov

Town Hall of Český Krumlov

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3.7/5
38 reviews
Krumlov Town Hall is located in the center of the town and is also home to the Market Square. The City Hall is a simple and elegant white 3-storey building with the Czech national emblem, the CK city emblem and the family crest that once ruled here. There are many souvenir shops and coffee bars around, as well as many open-air snacks, you can take a stroll. The town hall was built in the original 14th century Gothic style, and an adjoining structure was added in 1597 to make the building more spacious. Once home to wealthy families, it is now home to the municipality, police station and newsagents. There is a fountain on the southeast side of the Town Hall Square, and the Black Death Column is also there.Cesky Krumlov · 266m from downtown
Svornosti Square

Svornosti Square

3.3
4.1/5
59 reviews
Swarowski Square is the central square of the town and a hub for tourists and locals. On the southeast side of the square are the fountain and the Black Death memorial stone column, there is a historical sculpture on the right, and the Krumlov City Hall is also on the square. Around the square are all kinds of painted houses, which are colorful and very pleasing to the eye. The square is crowded with people, locals like to bask in the sun and chat in the square, and there are many street performers playing classical harps and dancing, which is a good place to experience the culture of the town.Cesky Krumlov · 300m from downtown
Maiden stone

Maiden stone

3.2
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Fountain and Plague Column

Fountain and Plague Column

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3.3/5
25 reviews
The Black Death Memorial Column stands on Swarowski Square and is one of the famous landmarks of the town. There is a hexagonal fountain at the bottom of the stone column, which surrounds the memorial column in a circle. Above the bottom there is a group of figurative sculptures, the lower row has St. Wenceslas, St. Vitus, St. John the Evangelist, etc., and in the upper row, St. Judas Thaddeus and St. Francis, St. Sebastian Tian et al.Cesky Krumlov · 311m from downtown
Park Frymburk
No. 2 of Ski Resorts in Southern Bohemia

Park Frymburk

4.4
​​Park Frymburk is located on the shore of Lake Lipno in South Bohemia, Czech Republic, a 10-minute walk from the center of Frymburk. It is a comprehensive leisure resort that combines outdoor sports, nature exploration and family entertainment. Relying on the natural waters of Lake Lipno, the park has created water-friendly activities such as rafting, giant slides, and water skiing in summer. It also has land projects such as riding off-road tricycles to meet the outdoor challenge needs of different age groups. In winter, the park is transformed into a ski area, providing snow trails and cable car services to achieve uninterrupted entertainment in all seasons. The facilities in the park focus on family-friendliness. The children's adventure park is equipped with climbing nets, mini golf and other facilities. Combined with forest trails and canopy viewing platforms, visitors can climb up and overlook the magnificent panoramic view of the Bohemian forest and lake.Frymburk · 20.1km from Cesky Krumlov
Lazebnický Bridge

Lazebnický Bridge

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4.3/5
31 reviews
The Lazebnický Bridge is the main passage from the castle gate into the old city, connecting Rutrang Street and the Old Town. The Vltava River flows quietly under the bridge. Standing on the bridge, you can see the Painted Tower and Krumlov Castle. It is one of the famous scenic spots in the old town, with a very wide view. The bridge body is made of wood, and there is a statue of Jesus on the bridge and the patron saint of the bridge. There are also many small town street performers performing on the bridge, which is very lively. During the day, there are many people on the bridge, but at night, there will be fewer people. It is very pleasant to watch the night scenery here and blow the wind.Cesky Krumlov · 162m from downtown

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YoYo_0T9A3B0L1 June 2026
5.0
Český Krumlov Castle sits atop the town, accessible by a covered bridge overlooking the Vltava River's bend. The castle museum displays some antique furniture and weapons, but the most worthwhile attraction is the tower, from which one can climb and see a cluster of red rooftops. The rear garden is meticulously manicured, with a pond reflecting the trees. The castle theater is usually closed, only accessible from the outside. A complete tour of the castle and town takes about half a day. Walking back to the old town across the bridge, you'll pass many shops selling amber and puppets.

State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov

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WENG HAN29 October 2023
5.0
Beautiful place, very serene and peaceful place to relax mind and reflect on self.

Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov

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sculptor30 October 2021
4.0
The Cathedral of St. Vitus in the Czech Republic is an important late Gothic building and a Czech National Cultural Monument. The current construction dates from 1407 to 1438, with the last major phase being the neo-Gothic reconstruction in the 19th century, when the original Baroque onion-domed tower was demolished and replaced with the current neo-Gothic tower.

Church of St. Vitus

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suifeng201917 May 2020
4.0
Walk through the semicircular battlement gallery and come to the viewing platform of the castle garden, where you can overlook the entire town. The Vltava River flows through the center of the town in an S shape. The orange-red roofs that fill the picture, the painted towers and churches in the distance are like a colorful oil painting full of three-dimensional sense.

The Castle Garden

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吃苹果的麻雀呀30 May 2023
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The original 14th-century Gothic structure of the town hall was later expanded by the addition of an adjoining structure in 1597. In the past, wealthy families lived here, but now it is home to the municipal administration, the municipal police station, and a newsagent's office.

Town Hall of Český Krumlov

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zhulei8312302 September 2019
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This square is the liveliest and most festive place in the whole town. It is naturally much smaller than squares in big cities, but it has a wide variety of street art performances and many shops.

Svornosti Square

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乐乐嘻嘻哈哈1 November 2019
4.0
I realized that I didn't take a photo of this attraction. It's right in the center of the square, so it's also the gathering place for tour groups. There's a cinnamon roll place next to it that tastes really good.

Fountain and Plague Column

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cpw_13 May 2016
4.0
Can this bridge be called a "bridge"? It is just a wooden plank bridge, and only pedestrians can pass through. But it is indeed the most important bridge on the Vltava River in CK. Every tourist will walk across this bridge to the castle on the other side of the river.

Lazebnický Bridge

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Don't miss these attractions in Cesky Krumlov: State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov, Historic Center of Cesky Krumlov, and Church of St. Vitus. If you like Cultural experiences, try Linz Audio Tour: Echoes of Faith, Art, and Hidden Stories. If you enjoy Food & drink, try From Vienna: Wachau Valley Day Trip with Danube Boat Tour.

You can give From Vienna: Wachau Valley Day Trip with Danube Boat Tour and Ried im Innkreis Audio Tour: Breweries, Prisons & Hidden Histories a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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As of 18 October 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Cesky Krumlov is around EUR 25.51 – EUR 396.3. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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