Cesky Krumlov Brewery
The Cesky Krumlov Brewery (Pivovar Eggenberg) has been brewing since the 14th century in the castle complex. Tours are available at a modest price and include a tasting.
Castle in Cesky Krumlov
Cesky Krumlov Castle
Also known as Zámek Český Krumlov, Schloss Krumau
Paid entryThere is an entry charge.
Cesky Krumlov Castle is the second-largest castle complex in the Czech Republic, perched on a cliff above the Vltava River. The castle courtyards, gardens, and the iconic painted tower are free to explore. The interior tours are paid. The garden terrace offers panoramic views over the town’s red rooftops and the river bend. Budget travelers walk the free courtyards, admire the Renaissance frescoes on the tower, and spend the rest of their time in the town below.
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Before you go
- Address
- Zamek 59, 381 01 Cesky Krumlov
- History
- 1240
- Good to know
- Official site
- zamek-ceskykrumlov.cz
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Cesky Krumlov Old Town
The old town of Cesky Krumlov is a UNESCO-listed medieval center wrapped in a bend of the Vltava River, with narrow lanes, painted facades, and small squares. Free to walk.
Egon Schiele Art Centrum
Egon Schiele's mother Marie came from Cesky Krumlov, and the artist visited repeatedly, painting the town's rooftops and river bends in a way that made them part of his visual vocabulary.
Vltava River Viewpoint
The classic view of Cesky Krumlov, with the castle tower, the church spire, and the red rooftops reflected in the Vltava bend, is visible from several free viewpoints along the river and from the castle garden terrace. Free.
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