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Day trips

Zlatá Koruna Monastery

One of the best-preserved Gothic monasteries in Central Europe, a short way downstream on the Vltava.

Distance
approx. 7 km
Time needed
2–3 hours
When
tours April–October
Good for
history lovers, cyclists, paddlers

The Cistercian monastery of Zlatá Koruna was founded in 1263 and is today one of the most precious Gothic monuments in the Czech Republic. The tour takes you through the church, the cloister and the chapter house.

Get there by car, by bike along the Vltava cycle path, or combine it with a river trip – the Krumlov–Zlatá Koruna stretch is one of the loveliest.

The village also has a popular campsite and riverside pubs.

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Český Krumlov Castle and Gardens

The second-largest castle complex in the Czech Republic, with a Baroque theatre and gardens with a revolving auditorium.

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A walk through the historic centre

The lanes of Latrán and the Inner Town, Svornosti Square and views over the Vltava.

5 min walk

Canoeing or rafting on the Vltava

A gentle river, weirs and a route right through the historic centre. Rental companies with transfers are close by.

rentals 5–10 min walk

Kleť – lookout tower and observatory

The highest peak of the Blanský Forest, with the oldest stone lookout tower in Bohemia and views of the Alps.

approx. 12 km
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