Cesky Krumlov Travel Guide

 
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Pro

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 Beautiful World Heritage Site, great views and photo opportunities 


Con

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 It's a long train ride from Prague, but well worth it! 


In a nutshell

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 a fairy tale village 

 

Explore Cesky Krumlov

Things to Do  

MARIONETTE MUSEUM

MARIONETTE MUSEUM, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Also located in the former St. Jost Church, is the Marionette Museum, housing exhibition's of both old and current marionettes, complete puppet theatres, including stage designs and curtains. I didn't go into this one, as I ventured into one earlier in the day.Evidently,... 

ZAMECKE DIVADLO

ZAMECKE DIVADLO, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Thanks for joining me on a tour of Cesky Krumlov.After locking the car, we are following the pathway that leads towards the Castle. What a surprise it was to see an enormous Viaduct before my eyes. This Multi-storied viaduct is actually part of the Castle, and the Grey... 

SHOPS!

SHOPS!, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  As Cesky Krumlov is tourist orientated, there are plenty of shops to please everybody, especially in the old historic centre.Some souvenirs I saw were different to else where, I would have bought only for "customs" at home!If you are making a DVD, then at the Music shop you... 

PENSION NA KOVARNE

PENSION NA KOVARNE, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  This is a Pension, and no, I didn't stay here, I just liked the building.Its loction was at the intersection of Upper and Rooseveltova streets, not far from the City theater and Regional museum. The main feature is an irregular rectangular layout with baroque gables, nice... 

MUSEUM PARK

MUSEUM PARK, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Don't just rush into the Museum, make sure you take some time in the Park, because from high up on the viewing Terrace, there is an excellent view over the Town.The Museum was once a girls school, and this park with the vista terrace was used for study, sport, and... 

REGIONAL MUSEUM

REGIONAL MUSEUM, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  At the end of Upper Street, and directly at the bridge of the former Upper Gate, stands the large building of the of the former Jesuit seminary. Painted in a bright Yellow in 2011, you couldn't miss this building which today is the Regional Museum. It is the oldest early... 

NO 12 - LATRAN STREET

NO 12 - LATRAN STREET, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  I found this lovely building as I was looking for the Castle entrance.Its located on the corner of Latran street, and this is where I found the stairs that led to the CastleThis Baroque building really stood out, as it was painted white and outlined in dark Brown.Built in... 

CHURCH OF ST. JOST

CHURCH OF ST. JOST, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  The Church of St. Jost is no longer a Church, it is now a Restaurant!The church was established before 1334 by Peter I. von Rosenberg, and was a part of the Rosenbergs Men's hospital. In 1790, the municipal council sold the building in auction for 1245 gold coins. Sold to a... 

TOUR THE CASTLE - THE CLOAK BRIDGE

TOUR THE CASTLE - THE CLOAK BRIDGE, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Leaving the 4th Courtyard, I am now crossing the "Cloak Bridge" to enter the 5th courtyard.This covered three-storey corridor was erected on massive pillars vaulted together on each story. The corridor in the lower story, connects the Masquerade Hall with the Castle Theater,... 

TOUR THE CASTLE - 4TH COURTYARD

TOUR THE CASTLE - 4TH COURTYARD, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  The 4th courtyard was very close to the 3rd courtyard, and very similar in appearance.What was different, was a bay window, and a room and window across the corner of the building, creative back then!The palaces situated around the 4th courtyard came about during the... 

TOUR THE CASTLE - 3RD COURTYARD

TOUR THE CASTLE - 3RD COURTYARD, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  On entering the small 3rd courtyard, I was greeted by an amazing sight! I was surrounded by four walls, each one of them covered with well-preserved Renaissance paintings. On all these walls there is graffiti in four different coloured stones - grey, ochre, brownish-red, and... 

TOUR THE CASTLE - THE MINT

TOUR THE CASTLE - THE MINT, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Located on the Southern side in the 2nd courtyard, is the Mint. The Mint only has one floor from the Courtyard side, but it does have two basements on the embankment side. Construction began in 1686 and wasn't complete until 1693. It was then used a lodging house, and never... 

TOUR OF THE CASTLE - 2 -3RD COURT-YARDS

TOUR OF THE CASTLE - 2 -3RD COURT-YARDS, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Time to move on as I had seen everything here. A walk up the cobblestone driveway led me to the "corridor" which connects the 2nd & 3rd courtyards. This was built in 1577 by Wilhelm von Rosenberg, proved by the date along side Wilhelm's coat of arms at the top of the entry... 

TOUR THE CASTLE - THE LITTLE CASTLE

TOUR THE CASTLE - THE LITTLE CASTLE, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  One of my favorite buildings was "The Little Castle," the oldest part of Cesky Krumlov Castle. In 1591, the Renaissance facades were decorated with mural paintings and figural and architectural motifs. These wonderful mural paintings and frescoes, were partly restored in the... 

TOUR OF THE CASTLE - NEW BURGRAVE'S HOUSE

TOUR OF THE CASTLE - NEW BURGRAVE'S HOUSE, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  Located in the 2nd Courtyard is what was once known as the Buchhalterie. It's now known as the "New Burgrave's House," built on the site of the former castle fortification where the drawbridge and gateway separated the castle and settlement around the castle.I came across... 

TOUR THE CASTLE - BEAR PIT

TOUR THE CASTLE - BEAR PIT, Cesky Krumlov

 balhannah Says:  After passing through the 1st courtyard, it was time to cross the Moat where the Bear pit is.On the Coat-of-arms, two Bears are shown as shield-bearers. The Rosenberg family legend states they were related to the noble Italian family of Orsini. "Orsa" means she-bear in... 

Hotels  

Ruze Cesky Krumlov Hotel

 4 Reviews and 80 Opinions  As above (Just wanted to share a few of my photos) Medievil antiquities such as swords and other... 

Hotel Dvorak

 1 Review and 35 Opinions  this small boutique type hotel is located in the town center and is a short walk to all of the sites... 

Restaurants  

Peking: Chinese restaurant in Cesky Krumlov?

Peking: Chinese restaurant in Cesky Krumlov?, Cesky Krumlov

 Penelope4 Says:  I've noticed many Chinese and Japanese tourists at the time of my visit and I consequently craved for Asian food. Luckily, near my accommodation, I saw Peking restaurant. The Peking Restaurant was just at the stairs of Plesivec and just a stone away from the pension where I... 

Hospoda na louži - tavern, pub: Restaurant Hospoda na louži

Hospoda na louži - tavern, pub: Restaurant Hospoda na louži, Cesky Krumlov

 Kovrchica Says:  Beer is not my number one drink, it is wine. But you can't go to Czech and not drink beer. I believe we have drink Eggenber beer. I must say, it was very very tasty, and surprisingly reasonable price. It is tap beer.You can eat there to. They offer a local Czech cuisine.... 

Transportation  

Bus or train drives you there

Bus or train drives you there, Cesky Krumlov

 Nadia7 Says:  Cesky Krumlov is some 45mins by bus (direct) from Ceske Budejovice, so if you plan to travel to Cesky Krumlov from Brno, it is good to travel by bus (takes almost 4 hours, directl to Ceske Budejovice from Brno) or train (takes 4 hours and 30 mins., approximately, direct... 

How to get from Austria to Cesky Krumlov

How to get from Austria to Cesky Krumlov, Cesky Krumlov

 bogomil Says:  ShuttleCeskyKrumlov.com, Ckshuttle.cz and shuttlebus.cz operate comfortable daily bus service between Cesky Krumlov and the following cities: - Salzburg (3 hours, 950 CZK)- Vienna (3 hours, 950 CZK), - Linz (1.5 hours, 370 CZK)- Melk (2.5 hours, 800 CZK)- Hallstatt (2.5... 

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