City of Český Krumlov
Český Krumlov is a district town in the South Bohemian Region, since 1963 it has been an urban conservation area and since 1992 it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It ranks among the most visited towns in the Czech Republic not only because of its best preserved historical monuments. The inner city is a system of streets with a regular square, which has been unchanged since its foundation. A large number of well-preserved town houses - Gothic, Renaissance, and to a lesser extent Baroque, and each house has its own story.
1. Český Krumlov Castle and Chateau
There is no need to introduce Český Krumlov Castle, which is the largest castle complex in the Czech Republic after Prague Castle.
It includes a Baroque castle garden founded in the 17th century, an important part of which is the Bellarie Summerhouse, in front of which is situated the
the so-called revolving auditorium.
2. Egon Schiele Art Centre
In addition to a year-round exhibition of drawings and watercolours and a documentary exhibition on the artist's life and work, the Schiele-designed
the Egon Schiele Art Center is located at 71 Široká Street
3. Museum of Historical Motorcycles
currently, the museum displays more than 20 motorcycles of various Czech and foreign brands. The Museum of Historical Motorcycles is located at 80 Široká Street.
4. Museum of Building History and Crafts
Visitors to the exhibition have a unique opportunity to look into the building history of the medieval town. The Museum of Building History and Crafts is located at 92 Dlouhá Street.
5. Museum of Puppets and Fairytale House
The exhibition presents over 200 historical puppets arranged in thematic units. It includes a mechanical model of a fairground including a Ferris wheel that occupies one entire room, an original mechanical theatre from 1815. And you can still see the attic with the puppeteer's dwelling. The Puppet Museum and Fairytale House is located at 29 Dlouhá Street.
6. The Church of St. Jost
The hospital with the Church of St. Jost was founded around 1330 by the ruler of Krumlov, Petr I. of Rožmberk. In this church there is an exhibition of old Czech marionettes, complete puppet theatres including decorations and curtains from the second half of the 19th century. The Church of St. Jošt is located in Latrán Street No. 27.
7. Eggenberg Brewery
The tradition of brewing beer in Český Krumlov goes back to the very beginnings of the town. The Český Krumlov brewery organizes various tours to its backstage. The Eggenberg Brewery is located at 27 Latrán Street.
8. Regional Museum
The unique preservation of the historic centre of Český Krumlov is brought to life by its unique ceramic model in this museum. The Regional Museum is located at 152 Horní Street.
9. Church of St. Vitus
The Roman Catholic Church of St. Vitus in Český Krumlov is the second architectural landmark of the town, next to the castle. The church was built on the site of an older building after 1400 by the Krumlov parish priest Hostislav of Bílsko. The Church of St. Vitus is located in Horní Street No. 156.
10. House of Photography
The House of Photography is a gallery that hosts annual exhibitions focusing on the work of mainly Czech artists. The House of Photography is located at 141 Šatlavská Street.
11. Museum of Torture Law
In the newly renovated cellars under the town hall there is a unique exhibition of torture law and torture instruments. The Museum of Torture Law is located at 1 Svornosti Square.
12. Svornosti Square
The square layout of the square, the layout of the houses on its sides and the layout of the streets basically correspond to the situation at the time of the medieval foundation of the town. However, the facades and interiors of the houses already bear traces of centuries of development.
13. Seidel Photo Studio Museum
The museum tells visitors the story of the beginnings of photography, the turbulent fate of the pioneers of the craft and the photographic chronicle of the Czech-German-Austrian borderlands at the end of the 19th and the first half of the 20th century. The Seidel Photo Studio Museum is located at 272 Linecká Street.
14. Wax Museum
Visitors can see Czech kings and emperors as well as Czech and foreign personalities. The Wax Museum is located at 68 Kájovská Street.
15. The Mirror Labyrinth
Come and see the mirror maze, which is one of the largest in Europe. This unique hall of mirrors contains 90 mirrors, followed by a smaller, unusual crystal maze made of clear glass. The mirror labyrinth is located in Široká Street No. 52.
16. Graphite Mine
Here you can enjoy a tour of the attractive underground graphite mine. The mine tour by mine train is in the care of expert guides all the time. Hire of clothing, footwear and protective equipment. The graphite mine is located in Chvalšinská Street.
17. Slupenec Equestrian Club
The Slupenec Equestrian Club can be found 1.5 kilometres from the centre of Český Krumlov and offers an unforgettable experience for everyone, for advanced riders and complete beginners. The Slupenec Riding Club is located in Slupenec No. 1.
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