Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Cesky Krumlov Old Town
Cesky Krumlov, Czechia
A medieval centre of winding lanes and Renaissance facades inside a river loop.
Castle · Czechia · South Bohemia
Cesky Krumlov Castle
A castle complex on a rock above the river, with a colourful round tower and baroque theatre.
UNESCO World Heritage about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Cesky Krumlov Castle matters
The castle is the town's crown, with a painted round tower that you can climb for views over the red roofs. Inside the complex are courtyards, gardens and a preserved baroque theatre. A bridge crosses a moat where bears have lived for centuries.
Talking points
- The painted round tower is the town's best-known landmark.
- The castle has a well-preserved baroque theatre.
- Bears have been kept in the castle moat for a very long time.
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Good to know: Climb the tower for the postcard view over the river bend.
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