Český Krumlov

Český Krumlov is one of the most beautiful historic cities in the Czech Republic. It has been added to the World Heritage List of UNESCO.

The city of Český Krumlov originates from the fortified buildings which in later times became part of the castle. Around the buildings grew, after the 13th century, the city.

The oldest part of the city, from about 1280, is the part called Latran in the lowest part of the castle. In this part the servants and the artisans of the castle used to live. It can be reached from the parking area just outside the inner city via a bridge with an impressive watchtower. When you walk further through narrow streets you will come to the market square. On this cosy little square you will find several restaurants and terraces. There are also several historic buildings, for instance the Renaissance city hall with arcades. Close by is the Church of St. Vitus from 1439 with its magnificent interior.

The old city has all the ingredients for fun shopping. You will find several shops with Bohemian glass, souvenir shops and great restaurants.

The Upper Castle consists of buildings that were erected in different periods. The castle was reconstructed in the years 1575-1590. The present appearance originates from 1687. By a covered passage the castle is connected to the theater which was build in 1766. In the garden you will find the pavilion Bellaria and the Baroque riding school. Before the castle is nowadays an open air theater with a turnable stage. In the castle you will find an exposition with valuable pictures. The Minorite monastery dates from the year 1350; the church was rebuild in the 17th century in the Baroque style. The Clarisses nunnery is mainly build in Baroque style. The brewery which is part of the monastery dates from the year 1604.

North of Český Krumlov lies the mountain Klet(1083 meters). This mountain can be reached by chair lift from the lower station Krasetin, 2 km from the train station of Helubov.

6 km north of Český Krumlov lies, in the hills of Blanský Les, the beautifully restored early Gothic monastery Zlata Koruna. The name means Golden Crown. Beside the monastery you find the third largest dome church in Bohemia.

You can find more information on this excellent website about Český Krumlov.

Useful information

Campgrounds near Český Krumlov

Places of interest

Lipno Lake	Zlatá Koruna
Švarcenberský kanál

Tourist information:

Ceský Krumlov Infocentrum
nám. Svornosti 2 38101
tel: (+420) 380 704 622
www: http://www.ckrumlov.cz/uk/i_index.htm
mail: info@ckrumlov.cz

Internet cafe:

UNIOS Internet Café
Zamek 57
mail: unios@unios.cz