Destinations in Czech Republic

In this small country at the heart of Europe, you will always have a copious wealth of natural and cultural treasures within reach.

Nowhere is too far for you to be able to set out for. Discover the historical heritage of the Czech Republic: the most interesting castles and chateaux, UNESCO monuments and also the fascinating atmosphere of ancient cities. Treat yourself to a stay in the Czech spas and allow yourself to be pampered, body and mind. But don’t forget the monasteries, mountains and national parks. In short, stay in the places you like and make time for unusual experiences according to your taste and inclination!

East Bohemia – Taking It Easy in the East
East Bohemia – rock cities, ancient stud farms and a tradition of steeplechases, sweet gingerbread and nativity scenes.
Do you like mysterious rock cities and table mountains? You will get your fill of them here. By the way, the Adršpach rock city is one of the most famous ones in the Czech Republic. Military monuments constitute a rarity here, for example the Josefov Fort or locations commemorating the Battle of Hradec Králové in 1866. The most important event is the famous Velká pardubická Steeplechase. It is also worth visiting the wonderful Renaissance Litomyšl Chateau, which is listed as a UNESCO monument, and also the Baroque complex at Kuks.

Moravia and Silesia – Wine, Mountains and Traditional Villages
UNESCO monuments, castles and chateaux, wine, peculiar folklore traditions and unique technical monuments can all be found in Moravia.
Four UNESCO monuments rank among the most attractive locations: the chateau and gardens in Kroměříž, the Baroque plague column in Olomouc, the Functionalist Villa Tugendhat in Brno and the Lednice-Valtice Complex, the most extensive landscaped countryside in the world. The Moravian Karst with more than a thousand caves and Macocha Abyss are also worth investigating. You will find two regions with unique folklore traditions in Moravia, Moravian Slovakia and Moravian Wallachia. It is also worth visiting the technical monuments in Ostrava and the former empire of the shoemaking company Baťa, the city of Zlín.

Central Bohemia – Beautiful Countryside with Many Attractions
A region where splendid castles and chateaux await you, the valleys of several rivers, mining museums, silver mines and enchanting countryside!
Even the furthest corners of Central Bohemia are a mere hour’s journey from Prague. In sight of Prague, a varied region spreads out, in which rivers wind through deep valleys, bordered by deep forests. What should you definitely see? Two of the most popular destinations are the castle of Emperor Charles IV Karlštejn and Kutná Hora, a town that is listed as a UNESCO monument. Get acquainted with the last of the Habsburgs at Konopiště Chateau and wander through several types of maze and labyrinth in the park around Loučeň Chateau.

West Bohemia – Land of the Great Spas and Best Beer
What attracts you more? Plzeň, the European capital of culture for 2015, or the renowned Czech spas?
Anybody who likes beer will fall in love with Plzeň. If you visit the city, you must especially make sure to visit the Brewery Museum and the Pilsner Urquell Brewery! West Bohemia has also been famous for centuries thanks to its spa towns. You can get into shape in Karlovy Vary, Mariánské Lázně and Františkovy Lázně thanks to their therapeutic and wellness programmes! Indulge yourself in a walk along the colonnades, drinking and bathing in the thermal waters, and in any other pleasure which comes to mind!

Prague
Prague, City of a Hundred Spires, a UNESCO monument and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Get to know it in person.
The Old Town Hall with the famous Prague Astronomical Clock. The winding lanes of the Jewish Quarter, which you know from the novels of Franz Kafka, steeped in the legend of the Golem. Cafes enticing you to come and have a seat, boutiques and sight-seeing cruises on the Vltava. The Gothic Charles Bridge and Church of St. Nicholas in the Lesser Town, the most beautiful Baroque church in Prague. The Palace Gardens set away from the bustle of the city, Petřín with a lookout tower reminiscent of a small Eiffel Tower and Prague Castle … Each of Prague’s districts has its own characteristic atmosphere and unique charm. Prague presents itself to you as a changeable city, which likes to alternate styles: it is romantic and successful, ancient and modern, but above all it is a city that is cosmopolitan through and through, and is used to welcoming foreigners. It is time to get acquainted.

North Bohemia – Romantic Rocks and Mountains
The fairytale Bohemian Switzerland national park, mountains and rock cities – these are the main attractions of North Bohemia.
The main tourist attractions in Bohemian Switzerland include the Pravčice Gate or boat trips through the gorges of the Kamenice River. You will also find lookout towers here, attractive lookout points on the rocks and mazes or famous pilgrimage sites. You can take a cable car up to the modern television transmitter on Ještěd or set out for the highest mountain in the Krkonoše Mountains and in the Czech Republic Sněžka (1,602 m). You can also set out on a trip to the source of the Elbe and to visit some of the waterfalls in the Krkonoše Mountains.

Vysočina – On the Border of Moravia and Bohemia
Discover the harmony of nature on the border between Bohemia and Moravia
The Vysočina Region (Highlands) extends along the undulating ridges of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands in the very centre of the Czech Republic. It enchants visitors with its untouched natural wealth, clean environment and numerous historical monuments. The region is intersected by the main thoroughfare of the Czech Republic, the D1 motorway, making it easily accessible. Tourists will find three towns with UNESCO World Heritage Sites there, as well as the tranquillity of a sparsely populated landscape dotted with villages and small towns, protected areas, numerous nature reserves and the hospitality of local people.

South Bohemia – Land of Lakes, Castles and Pleasant Landscape
A landscape of forests and fishponds with beautiful countryside, fairytale chateaux and rural farms.
South Bohemia is a dream paradise for holidays whether you decide to spend time sightseeing or relaxing. The countryside here offers endless possibilities for visiting places of natural beauty, but also has lots of historical monuments and great conditions for cycling and water sports. Include some charming historical cities into your programme, the most charming of which are Český Krumlov and the village of Holašovice; both places have been listed as UNESCO monuments! A great tip for romance is the neo-Gothic Hluboká Chateau, fans of sports and active holidaying are catered for at the Lipno Reservoir.