In picturesque and romantic Prague, every stone of Prague Castle and Lesser Town breathes history and poetry. The city attracts travelers with luxurious palaces, stunning old bridges, masterpieces of museums, famous beer and delicious cuisine. After enjoying the historical beauty of the Czech capital, many tourists do not miss the chance to make a day trip outside the "golden Prague". After seeing the sights of interest in the city, you can follow their example by making a short-term trip to the unique places of the Czech Republic. Given the location of Prague in the center of Eastern Europe, you have the opportunity to cross the border and visit the interesting cities of Austria and Germany, which are a few hours away. We will provide some of the best options for where to go from Prague for 1 day on your own and what to see in these places.
Karlštejn Castle
An interesting castle with a rich history, and it is very easy to get to it. From Prague Station, trains leave every half hour, passing through the village of the same name as the castle. Distance from Prague is only 28 km. The castle was built in the 14th century by order of King Charles IV. The royal residence and treasury were to be located here. The place was perfect: natural barriers protected it from attack.
A river flowed nearby, and it was decided to build the fortress on the top of the cliff. Since then, the castle really had to withstand the sieges of enemies: first the Hussites, then the Swedes. Centuries passed - the owners of the castle changed. At one time it even housed a boarding house for noble maidens. Tourists were able to inspect Karlštejn after it became the property of the Czechoslovak Republic. When visiting, you will see the private chambers of the king, the interior of the castle, in particular the Mariana Tower. Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross, climb the steps of the Great Tower.
Konopiste castle
This large castle will be appreciated by all lovers of Gothic architecture. Like a real fortress, it is protected from the enemy by powerful ramparts and deep ditches. Inside, it is a real piece of paradise - with a beautiful park. Here fountains of crystal water gush, handsome peacocks stroll leisurely, and graceful sculptures delight the eye. In the castle itself, you can see a collection of paintings, crystal products and rare weapons. The most romantic of the owners of Konopiste was Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand.
He bought a castle in order to hide in it with his beloved woman. Renouncing his right to the throne, Franz Ferdinand entered into a morganatic marriage. Nowadays, guests of the castle can also have a wedding there. Konopishte is visited during the warm season - from April to the end of October. During the tour, you will see the chambers of Franz Ferdinand, a library, a collection of weapons, a chapel. The best way to get there is by train to the town of Benesov.
Kutna Hora
Based on the name, you might think that you will be climbing the mountain here. In fact, this name is given to an old town located at a distance of 66 km from the capital of the Czech Republic. Kutná Hora is famous for both picturesque surroundings and numerous attractions. This town can also be called "silver". A silver deposit was discovered here in the 13th century, and since it was from this metal that the bulk of Czech coins were minted, the Mint soon appeared here.
And Kutná Hora itself has turned into a kind of state treasury. Guests of the city can visit the "Silver Mine", visit the Vlašsky Dvor and see the exhibits of the Hradek Museum. And, of course, on the streets you won't want to let go of your camera. Here and there - cathedrals, extraordinary houses, beautiful flower beds. Why do some tourists feel horror in a medieval city?
Here is the Ossuary or Chapel of All Saints. It is located in the cemetery. And for the formation of the interior, about 40 thousand human bones were used. Also in Kutná Hora you will see the beautiful old Cathedral of St. Barbara, decorated with frescoes. You can even hear organ music here. Another famous temple was built in honor of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The extraordinary architecture, thanks to which the temple is precisely flooded with radiance, led to the fact that this place began to be called "the abode of light".
Cesky Sternberk Castle
The old town of Cesky Sternberk is only 60 kilometers away from Prague. The small town stands on the banks of the Sazava River, over which a medieval castle rises on a cliff, built in the Gothic style in the middle of the 13th century. The castle is named after the Sternberk family, whose coat of arms is depicted on its facade. The Gladomorn Bastion, built to protect the castle in the 15th century, can be seen on the south side. The construction of the preserved three-storey tower dates back to this time.
In the interior, stucco molding and painting of rooms have been preserved from the 17th century, amazing tourists in the Golden Salon and the Knights' Hall, formerly a chapel. There you will see furniture from the 16th century and large crystal chandeliers from the 18th century, weighing about three hundred kilograms. In the interior of the Women's Salon, you will be interested in the furnishings of the Rococo era, and in the Yellow Chambers there is a rare opportunity to get into the atmosphere of the Louis XVI era with furniture and unique stucco moldings of that time.
The collection of rare copper engravings from the era of the 30-year war, collected for many years by the owners of the castle, a collection of paintings and weapons, is of artistic value. A descendant of the Sternberk family lives and works now in the ancestral castle. There is a beautiful park on the castle grounds, where it is pleasant to relax after a tour.
Karlovy Vary
This world famous city also originates from Charles IV, who, while hunting, saw a wonderful valley with healing springs. You can get from Prague to Karlovy Vary by intercity bus, travel time is about 2 hours. The city theater, built in the 19th century, in the then popular exquisite neo-baroque style is a real gem of architecture.
Its curtain is hand-painted by famous artists. Famous artists constantly perform in the theater. The observation tower with the poetic name Diana is also worth visiting. You can climb it using an old cable car. A wonderful view of the city opens from here. Visitors to the city also visit the Valeč castle dating back to the 14th century, a beautiful building in the Gothic style.
A brewery and a lovely park located here. One of the main attractions of Karlovy Vary is the Church of St. Mary Magdalene. The church received its appearance, which tourists see today, at the end of the 18th century, although it was founded by the crusaders in the 14th century. And, of course, guests of the city visit the so-called colonnades, where springs of healing mineral water spout. Children will most of all like in the Christmas Museum - in this place the holiday reigns all year round.
Camp
The city, popular with tourists, is located in the south of the Czech Republic. It began to be built in the 15th century, on the site of an old settlement. In Czech “tabor” means “fortification, camp”. In the 15th century Tabor became a royal city. Guests visiting the city hall - the building dates back to the 16th century, today there is a museum. They visit the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord, built at the same time as the town hall.
The Pediment House has also survived from the 16th century. The sights of the city also include the tower of the Kotnov Castle and the famous Behinj Gate, erected in the 15th century. And, of course, in Tabor there are monuments to the main heroes of the Czech people - Jan Zizka and Jan Hus. The most daring tourists can walk along the underground corridors where the Hussites were hiding.
Pilsen
A fairly large city, among Russians it is known in many respects thanks to the Pilsner beer. The plant for the production of this blessed drink was opened here by a resident of Germany, the banker Bleischroder. Therefore, visitors to the city are attracted by the Brewery Museum, as well as numerous cafes and bars offering Pilsner and other beers.
At the same time, Pilsen is a very beautiful old city. Among its attractions are the Republic Square with its beautiful fountains, the Cathedral of St. Bartholomew. The huge underground, where the warehouses used to be, is also popular with tourists. The water supply system was also located here. There is an automobile plant in the city - Skoda cars are produced here. The Armory and the Museum of West Bohemia are also waiting for guests.
Liberec
Liberitz is an old town founded in the 14th century, and together with the Czech Republic experienced all the wars of conquest and popular uprisings. Many Germans live here, at one time Liberitz was even part of Germany. Today it is a developed city of great interest to tourists of all ages. Lovers of downhill skiing in the cold season will find great skiing trails here, children will love the water park and the amusement park. Those who appreciate Czech antiquity will pay tribute to the museums, the town hall and the local castle. And everyone, without exception, will like the picturesque landscapes surrounding the city.
In order to see Liberitz from a bird's eye view, it is worth going up to the observation deck located next to the city TV tower. The cable car will take you there. It is worth taking photos of the Liberica Castle. In the Regional Museum you will see a rich exhibition of paintings, among which there are many works by artists from France. The Russians would call the Museum of North Bohemia "local history": it contains materials that tell about the history of the region. The amusement park has many interactive playgrounds that will captivate young tourists.
Buy a bus ticket online for 249,00 ₽
Ceske Budejovice
Another Czech city famous for the production of Budweiser beer. But it's better to go to a pub or cafe when you get to know all the sights and want to rest your legs. The historical center of the city is beautiful, where there is an old town hall, decorated with sculptures. Tourists are impressed by the Black Tower, whose height exceeds 70 m. Believers, as well as lovers of history and architecture, should visit the Cathedral of St. Mikulas.
Children and young people are delighted with the large fountain, in the center of which is a statue of Samson. The guides also show the guests of the city an old Dominican monastery, a church consecrated in honor of the Entry into the Temple of the Virgin Mary, a museum of the royal dynasty of Rudolphs. Ceske Budejovice attracts tourists with its fairs. There are also many small shops where you can buy handmade souvenirs.
Cesky Krumlov
This city began to be built in the 13th century, and to this day its coat of arms is decorated with a red rose - the same one that was on the coat of arms of its former owners, the feudal lords of the Rosenberg. Cesky Krumlov has a lot to see! Local attractions include the Krumlov Castle, which occupies a huge territory - up to 10 hectares. It began to be built in the 14th century, and work continued for three centuries. An unusual Cloak Bridge dating back to the 18th century is a real three-story gallery.
As in every ancient city, there are several churches, the most famous of which is the church of St. Vitus from the 14th century, decorated with frescoes. The Corpus Christi Church was built in the 15th century, and the Minorite monastery was completed in the 17th century. The town hall building belongs to the 16th century. If you're lucky, you can get into the theater, built in the 18th century: performances are given here only three times a year. If you wish, you can take a taxi and go to the ancient monastery, located 10 km from the city.
Hluboka nad Vltavou castle
140 kilometers south of the Czech capital, near the town of Hluboka nad - Vltavou, rises a snow-white Gothic ensemble of a medieval castle built in 1235. The castle attracts attention with tower battlements, skillfully decorated facade, balconies, bastions and snow-white columns with figures of warriors. The luxurious interior of the premises, decorated with paintings, paintings and statues, is indescribable delight. The castle complex, transferred to the Czech National Museum, has 140 rooms, a dining room for 72 persons, a bedroom for the owners and a library for 12 thousand books.
Tours along it take 5 routes: the main, winter, private apartments, kitchen and observation tower. Admiring the castle interior, it will be a pleasure to stroll through the landscape park with an abundance of flower arrangements and exotic trees. It is notable for the repetition of the design of the park of the famous Windsor Castle, for which it was nicknamed "Czech Windsor". It is more convenient to get to Hluboka nad Vltavou by renting a car. By bus and train you will have to go with transfers. But believe me, your efforts are worth it.
Ostrava
In terms of size, it is the third largest city in the Czech Republic; more than 300 thousand people live here. It was founded in the 13th century. For a long time, mainly artisans and innkeepers who served travelers lived here. In the 18th century, a coal deposit was discovered nearby, and the Northern Railway was built. Since then, the rapid development of the city began. One of the main attractions is Masaryk Square, where you will see the old town hall.
The museum located in it is worth visiting. The "plague" pillar is also located on the square - such townspeople erected in gratitude to the saints when the epidemic of a deadly disease receded. The Church of St. Wenceslas, the Basilica of the Savior, and the Church of St. Catherine are beautiful. In the new building of the town hall, you can climb to the observation deck and observe the city from above. And, of course, guests are attracted by city museums. Among them are the Firefighting Museum and the Mining Museum.
Buy a bus ticket online for 1349,00 ₽
Dresden
It's easy to get to Dresden and discover the main attractions of this beautiful city, founded in the 13th century. It is rightfully considered one of the main cultural centers in Europe. The capital of the Czech Republic, Dresden, is 150 km away. What must be seen? The old church of the Virgin, reconstructed after the Second World War.
Bul Terrace, which is also called the "Balcony of Europe", is the most beautiful building of the Higher School of Fine Arts. Visit the 18th century Baroque Palace of the Zwinger The largest holidays were held here, in which persons of royal blood took part. Here you can see an art gallery, including works by Raphael. On Theater Square, you will see the Semper Opera House.
Noteworthy is the Albertinium Museum, which displays paintings and sculptures. You will probably want to take a picture at the “Procession of Princes” tile panel. And fans of technology will be interested in the plant where Volkswagen cars are produced. It is convenient to get there both by train and by intercity bus.
Buy a bus ticket online for 1049,00 ₽
Křivoklat castle
There is a nature reserve 50 kilometers away, surrounded by a medieval castle, protected by UNESCO, not far from the Berounka River. This is one of the oldest Gothic castles, serving for several centuries as the residence of Bohemian kings and princes. In Křivoklata, much deserves the attention of a tourist.
Marvel at the sheer size and medieval atmosphere of the Royal Hall, crowned with a star-shaped vault, and the rich collection of weapons in the Knights' Hall. Passing through the rooms of the palace, you will see original wall paintings preserved from the Middle Ages, forged window bars and stained-glass windows.The art collection of the art gallery and library for 53 thousand books is striking.
Of interest is the collection of historical sleighs that carried royal persons and the castle's prison cells with instruments of medieval torture. The altar decorated with skillful carvings will be remembered in the chapel. You will admire the statue of Jesus Christ, surrounded by angels with golden wings and statues of the 12 apostles, placed along the walls. At the end of the excursion, you should definitely climb to the observation deck of the 42-meter tower to take photos of the amazing landscape that opens up from above.
Sychrov Castle
In the north of the Czech Republic, 100 kilometers from Prague, not far from the Bohemian Paradise nature reserve, there is the architectural pearl of the country - the Sychrov Castle, whose history dates back to the 15th century. Until the 19th century, it was a stone manor house of one of the noble French knights, built in the Baroque style. Today, the exterior and interior of Sykhrov appear in the time of its heyday under the noble French family Roganov.
The walls of the castle are hung with portraits of three generations of this family, in the amount of 242 paintings and canvases by famous artists. Exhibitions with a collection of weapons and antique furniture harmoniously fit into the interior of the rooms. Lovers of antiquity are interested in exhibitions with porcelain figurines, miniatures of the 14th century, old Venetian glass and ceramics.
Near the castle there is a magnificent English park, laid out by Camille Rogan, who is fond of botany. Shady alleys, well-groomed paths and a greenhouse delight the eye. Visitors to Sykhrov are shown how the falconry was held in the old days. In the park, you will see the chapel of the Mother of God, a Chinese lake with a cast-iron bridge and the ruins of Arthur's castle, under which there are underground caves. The castle is surrounded by the legend of the Black Lady, whose ghost guards the treasures kept in the dungeons.
Turnov
Prague is 88 kilometers from the ancient Turnov, founded in the 13th century on the banks of the river on Jizera. The city owes its prosperity to the precious garnet, from which jewelry is made. Even at the entrance to Turnov you will see the Church of St. Nicholas with a four-sided tower reaching a height of 25 meters. After many renovations, the church appears in the architecture of the Baroque style.
In the tombstones placed within its walls, the genealogy of the Wartenberk dynasty, which ruled the Turnov since the 16th century, can be traced. The city also houses the largest neo-Gothic church in Europe - the three-nave church of the Birth of the Virgin Mary, built in the first half of the 19th century. The decoration of the town is the ancient castle of Hruby Rogozets, which appears in the style of late classicism, surrounded by a picturesque park. Its walls, founded in the 13th century, keep the secrets of numerous noble owners.
Three excursion routes have been developed, following which in 1.5 hours you will learn its history and get acquainted with the interior of the library, dining room, richly decorated guest apartments, billiard room and games rooms. After finishing your tour with a walk in the park, head to the Bohemian Paradise Museum, where the entire history of Turnov, a large collection of minerals and paintings by Czech artists are presented on display. The jewelry hall with precious stones and red granite will be a real shock for women.
Saxon Switzerland
Saxon Switzerland is a national park located in the Elbe River valley on the border of the Czech Republic with Germany. On its vast territory, there are many world famous attractions. Having arrived here for 1 day, be sure to visit the Bastei mountain range - the rocks towering over the Elbe River. Here, from the observation deck of almost 200 meters in height, you will capture a delightful landscape in the photo and in memory.
The 75-meter Bastei bridge, which has become the hallmark of Saxon Switzerland, is noteworthy and consists of 7 arch-shaped spans. The mysterious Königstein fortress, towering over the Elbe at an altitude of 250 meters, is located in a park area near the town of Königstein. The fortress is notable for fifty buildings, a military history museum and the deepest well in Europe. The most visited place by tourists is the Lichtenhai Falls, in which, opening the dam, water is lowered every half an hour to music.
From the waterfall, it is worth stopping by the town of Stolpen, where there is a fortress with a well drilled in the basalt rock. If you head to the Rathen resort, you can watch a performance in the 2000-seat rock theater. The location in Saxon Switzerland of mountains, beautiful nature and attractions make this corner of Germany unique.
Miller
A trip to the unique Melnik Castle, located in a picturesque area near the town of the same name, 30 kilometers from Prague, where the waters of the Elbe and Vltava rivers meet, will leave a lot of vivid impressions. This castle, which served as the residence of an old aristocratic family for many centuries, remains a residential historical building that receives tourists to this day.
Half of the premises are available for inspection, and the excursions are conducted by the count himself, who tells exciting stories related to the castle. The miller conquers with the luxury of the interior of the halls, the coziness of the dining rooms, the interior of the personal chambers of the former owners. The historical halls amaze with rich collections of paintings, porcelain and glass, sculptures, rare baroque furniture and hunting trophies.
The knight's hall is decorated with thematic canvases, it is of great interest, placed in it knightly armor and a collection of weapons. The Count guides his guests through the wine cellars founded by King Charles IV. Further, it is interesting to look into the chapel built here during the residence of the wife of Charles IV. The miller is often called the castle of dowager queens, where up to 30 royal wives were exiled over the course of several centuries.
Vein
One of the popular day trips is the capital of Austria - Vienna, which can be reached by bus in 4 hours. The sights of the Austrian capital will not be possible in 1 day, but you will have time to admire the tourist business card of Vienna on Stephansplatz - the majestic Cathedral of St. Stephen with two towers of different height. Inside the cathedral, you can admire works of art from the Middle Ages and later eras, old tombstones and tombs of Austrian monarchs.
From the square you can approach the Mozart house, which is located a few steps away, encountering several beautiful old buildings along the way. On Graben street you will admire the fountains of Leopold and Joseph, see the Plague Column, and not far from it the beautiful baroque Peterskirche church. Not far from the temple, you can enjoy sweets at the famous Demel pastry shop. From here it is a stone's throw to the winter residence of the Austrian monarchs - the Hofburgs, which appears as a majestic palace complex.
Nearby, on Josef Square, the Palffy Palace and the Church of the Augustines are the main attraction. From the boulevard ring, enjoy the view of the famous Vienna Opera and the different styles of buildings on the Ringstrasse. The street will lead to an island of tropical exoticism - the Palace Garden with a palm greenhouse and the Butterfly House. In addition to architectural masterpieces, Vienna is known for unique monuments and museums that tell about the history of the Austrian capital.
Brno
Brno, a city with an ancient history, is located 207 kilometers away and it will take a little more than 2 hours to get there by bus or car. Brno is attractive to tourists for its historical center, which has been preserved practically unchanged since the 13th century. You can easily find the Old Town Hall in the city center, which has become its symbol. The architectural solution of the existing church of St. Jacob in combination of the Gothic style with the Romanesque will seem interesting.
The ancient fortress with the Špilberk castle, depicted on the 10 kronor coin, amazes with its majestic size and picturesque surroundings.Three architectural styles are harmoniously intertwined in the architecture of the castle-museum: Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. A beautiful panorama of the city can be seen from the castle observation deck. On the square of the Cabbage Market, the famous Parnassus fountain is notable, where the goddess Europa, embodied in stone, tamed the dragon. Immediately on the square is the building of the old theater "Reduta", and nearby you can admire the Dietrichstein palace, inside which there is a historical museum.
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul of the 18th century, towering on Petrov Hill, can be found by two high spiers, visible from everywhere. Of the religious buildings, the Church of the Discovery of the Holy Cross with the Capuchin monastery is interesting. There you can see several burials of famous mummified Czechs and monks. On the triangular Freedom Square, attention is drawn to the House with Atlanteans "At the Four Boobies", the Plague Column ending with the statue of the Virgin Mary, the mysterious Brnenski Orloj clock. Here tourists are usually photographed in memory of this beautiful city.
Nuremberg
The most convenient way to get to Nuremberg is by bus. The Pegnitz River flows through the Old Town - the place where all the sights are concentrated. For about 5 kilometers, the Old Center is surrounded by a 15th century fortress wall. On different banks of the Old Town there are two famous ancient churches of the 13th century - the patron saint of Nuremberg, the Church of St. Sebald and the Church of St. Lawrence, notable for its exquisite interior decoration and organ.
Heading towards the Market Square, stop at the Museum Bridge, which offers an amazing view of the city skyline. The main decoration of the Market Square is the Church of the Virgin Mary, where every day at noon, bowing figures begin to move on the church facade to the chime of the clock. The fountains of Nuremberg are famous for their artistic value and captivating legends. There is a gilded fountain “Beautiful” on the Market Square, surrounded by sculptures reflecting the history of the city.
He has the magical power to make wishes come true. Another fountain, The Marriage Carousel, displays scenes from family life in sculptures. Painting lovers will remember a visit to the house-museum of Albrecht Durer, where the artist lived and painted his famous paintings. Munich, the birthplace of the Nutcracker, will also be remembered for its toy museum and the aroma of Christmas gingerbread, which, being a Nuremberg souvenir, are sold here all year round at every step.
Munich
The capital of Bavaria - the city of Munich, located 380 kilometers from Prague, is conveniently accessible both by train and by bus. The road takes 5-6 hours and in 1 day you can see some of its notable places. Focusing on the historical center, we will begin our acquaintance with the central square of Marienplatz, where the first thing to look at is the high marble column of the Virgin Mary with the child, scepter and symbols of human sins. The old Fischbrunen fountain crowned with a fish is interesting. It is located in front of the New Town Hall, built in the neo-Gothic style.
The Town Hall amazes with the monumentality of the 85-meter-high tower and the unique clock with 32 figures showing historical scenes from city life during the chimes. A fabulous Gothic castle with numerous turrets looks at the New Town Hall. This is the Old Town Hall with a sculpture of Louis of Bavaria on the facade and a lunar clock with zodiac signs on the tower.
The Frauenkirche Cathedral is definitely worth a visit with its “devil's footprint”, good luck and luxurious interior. Noteworthy is the arcade hall of Feldherrnhalle - "Hall of Bavarian Generals" near Marienplatz, notable for sculptures cast from captured cannons. Fans of painting and sculpture will delight Munich with a huge collection of masterpieces of fine art from the Renaissance to the present day, collected in 3 Pinakothek.
Berlin
The capital of Germany is deservedly called one of the most beautiful cities in Europe with many historical monuments and architectural masterpieces. Starting the tour from the main square - Alexanderplatz, named after the Russian emperor, you will see the TV tower and the World Clock, the Teacher's House and the Friendship of Peoples fountain. Walking along the Spree River, you will find yourself on the Museum Island with the Old and New Museums, the National Gallery, the Bode Museum and the Pergamon Museum.
Each of them has a unique collection of different eras and peoples. The Berlin Cathedral rises on the museum island. From the island of museums, it will be a pleasure to walk along the boulevard Unter den Linden with an abundance of Baroque buildings, the Palace of the Crown Princes, the Arsenal of the 17th century. On reaching Bebelplatz, stop in front of the opulent Baroque Berlin Opera and the neoclassical St. Jadwiga Cathedral.
On the Gendarmenmarket square you will admire the neoclassical building of the Concert Hall, facing each other French and German cathedrals with similar domed towers. Having visited Berlin, you should definitely see the remains of the Berlin Wall, the famous Brandenburg Gate - the Arc de Triomphe, decorated by the goddess Victoria in a chariot. Let the Reichstag, a unique fusion of New Renaissance architecture with the late Baroque, become the end of this fascinating journey through Berlin. The road from Prague to Berlin will take 5 hours by bus.
Salzburg
The historic Austrian city of Salzburg is 271 km away. If you arrive by train, near the train station, Reinerstrasse will lead you to the snow-white Mirabell Palace, surrounded by a picturesque park with mythological sculptures. After admiring the amazing landscape design of the park, you will come out to Makartplatz, to the house of the Mozart family. To capture the panorama of the center of Salzburg and the Hohensalzburg fortress with a glance, having captured it in a photo, climb Mount Kapuzinberg by stairs or a serpentine path.
Crossing to the other side of the river, it will be a pleasure to wander along the main shopping street of the Old Town, Getreidegasse, where you will see the house in which Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born. After the walk, it will be pleasant to relax near the Kollegienkirche cucumber church in Furtwängler Park. From here, it is a stone's throw to the Archbishop's Residence, which houses an art gallery and the Cathedral, where Mozart was baptized.
In addition to the rich decoration of the temple, the collections of the church museum are striking. Leaving the cathedral, take the funicular to the Hohensalzburg fortress, which looks like a small town protected by fortress walls. In its main tower there are museums: military history and puppets. If time remains, art lovers should visit the Salzburg Gallery, which has an art collection of the 16th-19th centuries, exhibited in a luxurious setting.
Bamberg
The distance to Bamberg, which has a thousand-year history, is 253 kilometers. Its amazing fabulous beauty of the Old Town is taken under the protection of UNESCO. Heading towards the Old Town Hall, you will come across two ancient churches: the Church of St. Gangolf (XII century) and the Cathedral of St. Martin in Gruner Markt. The building of the Old Town Hall was built on an island specially reclaimed for it. The interior of her grand hall is adorned with delightful frescoes and a collection of royal porcelain.
From the town hall, admiring the enchanting view of the colorful and fachferk houses, walk to the Bamberg Cathedral. He became famous for the sculpture of the Bamberg Horseman (1235), the tomb of the emperor and his wife with images of scenes from their lives, the tomb of Pope Clement II and the Chapel of the Holy Nail, which crucified Jesus. You should definitely go to the Rose Garden, located not far from the cathedral. Created in the 18th century, it amazes not only with the abundance of flowers, but also with fountains and sculptures in the Baroque and Rococo styles.
The garden offers a mesmerizing view of the monastery of St. Michael, located on a hill.It is popularly called the "Botanical" garden "due to the decoration of the interior with plant frescoes. The descent from the monastery will lead to the embankment of the Regnitz river in the area called "Little Venice", where near each fachferk house there is a boat dock, and boats sail along the canal. A trip to Bamberg leaves a lot of vivid impressions in your memory.
Telc
Telč is a Czech town located 160 kilometers from Prague, which attracts with its magical atmosphere emanating from the old "gingerbread" houses, reflected in the lake of Telč Castle and historical monuments. Telč is called the city-museum, the Moravian Venice. We will start our journey along it from the main square of Zachariash, which resembles a fairy tale.
On its sides, along the cobbled pavement, stretched a garland of unique colorful houses decorated with intricate stucco moldings and angels. Behind them you will go to the city square with the Mariana Column, made in the style of minimalism. Then we head to Telč Castle - an architectural masterpiece, in an unchanged form of the Renaissance style, which has survived to this day. In its sumptuous Golden Hall, marvel at the ceiling carvings and see the portrait gallery of the entire Zakhariyash family, the former owner of the castle. The collection of war and hunting trophies is of interest in the Knights' and African Halls.
The Telč Castle is adjoined by the Chapel of All Saints, which was built by architects from Italy. Zacharias and his first wife found their rest there. It remains to see only the most ancient building in Telč - the Church of the Holy Spirit with an adjoining 49-meter tower. On it, in addition to the bells of the 17th century, see an exhibition of paintings, and from the observation deck you will admire the picturesque view of the fabulous city, which will remain in your memory for a long time.
Trebic
Trebic is located 142 kilometers from Prague. The town attracts the attention of tourists with a beautiful castle recognized as a historical center. Třebíč arose on the site of a former monastery, from which a basilica has been preserved in the castle. The city began to grow outside the walls of the fortress in the 13th century. Passing to the central Charles Square, you will see 2 Renaissance buildings - Black and Malevanny houses. Their facades attract attention with the depicted hunting scenes made using the sgrafitti technique.
The next sights of Třebíč are its town hall and the monument to Cyril and Methodius. Also noteworthy is the Martinska Square with the 75-meter tower of the Church of St. Martin, preserved from the 13th century. At a height of 35 meters, the tower is equipped with an observation gallery, from which tourists admire the picturesque city panorama. On the tower you will see a clock with one of the largest dials in Europe.
In small Třebíč, UNESCO became interested in two sights - the Jewish Quarter with a cemetery and the Basilica of St. Prokop, adding them to the list of world cultural heritage. The uniqueness of the Basilica of St. Prokop is given by the architecture, expressed by the mixing of the Gothic style with the Romanesque. The main entrance to the temple, the "Gates of Paradise", is of architectural value. It is made with a series of arches that create a sense of volume.
Thus, even after leaving Prague for 1 day, you will be able to see many sights that will make a great impression on you.
