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The Czech Republic (now mostly the Czech Republic, formerly also the Czech Republic) has recovered quite well economically from the socialist period. The country’s proud residents quickly adapted to the new circumstances. Favored by the good location between East Germany, West Germany and Austria and the stable political conditions, the country has become an attractive production location. Tourism is also booming: the Czech Republic is the country in the Eastern European region most visited by German citizens. A lot of tourists are drawn to Prague, one of the most beautiful cities in all of Europe.
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Arrival in the Czech Republic
By train to the Czech Republic
There are trains to the Czech Republic from all regions in Germany. In the Czech Republic, train connections are inexpensive. If you have little money, you can use the Deutsche Bahn weekend ticket or country ticket to travel to a German/Czech border station and then buy a ticket from the Czech conductor on the train to your destination.
There are trains to the Czech Republic from all regions in Germany. In the Czech Republic, train connections are inexpensive. If you have little money, you can use the Deutsche Bahn weekend ticket or country ticket to travel to a German/Czech border station and then buy a ticket from the Czech conductor on the train to your destination.
For several years now, similar to the Deutsche Bahn country tickets, there has also been a Bavaria-Bohemia ticket, which is valid in Bavaria as well as in the western parts of the Czech Republic. The Bavaria-Bohemia ticket costs 26 euros for one person in 2017, and only 5.60 euros for each additional person up to 5 passengers.
The Saxony-Bohemia ticket can be purchased for 26 euros for the first person and 6 euros for each additional passenger (also max. 5 people) at the ticket machine or online. Please note that this ticket is not valid throughout the Czech Republic, but only in areas close to the border with Bavaria and Saxony.
Buses are a good alternative. The Czech Republic has both a good railway network and a developed long-distance bus network. Both alternatives are cheap. Longer distances are usually covered by train.
By car to the Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is a so-called Schengen country. There are usually no border controls with neighboring countries and arriving by car is possible without any problems. It should be noted that in the Czech Republic you are required to have a vignette on motorways. Gasoline prices in the Czech Republic are usually slightly lower than in Germany, and smokers are also happy about the slightly lower cigarette prices in the Czech Republic. There is a continuous motorway from Nuremberg via Pilsen to Prague. The motorway from Dresden to Prague is also finished.
Sights in Czech Republic Top 10
The majority of the many tourists who come to the Czech Republic go to Prague. No city in Eastern Europe attracts so many Western tourists. The Western lifestyle, cosmopolitan atmosphere and affordable prices in Prague are a reason for many Westerners to spend more time than just a vacation in the city on the Vltava. The Americans also love Prague: More than 10,000 young Americans are now said to be living in Prague long-term.
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There are many sights: Prague Castle, the Old Town and Wenceslas Square attract thousands of foreigners every day. Young people from all over the world meet every evening on the 14th century Charles Bridge (Karluv Most). Also interesting is the Jewish quarter of Josefov with the Jewish cemetery and synagogue and the Prague Zoo. For many western holidaymakers, nightlife takes place around Wenceslas Square and in the old town. New clubs, discos and bars open and close here every week.
Cesky Krumlov
Ceszky Ktumlov beautiful old town and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cesky Krumlov is roughly the Heidelberg of the Czech Republic. Similar to Heidelberg, a lot of European tourists from overseas go to Cesky Krumlov (USA, Canada, Australia…). The city has developed into a symbol of a typical Central European old town worth seeing.
Cesky Krumlov is not too far from the southern Bavarian and Austrian borders. Hardly any small town in Europe has more sights and a more beautiful old town. Top sights of Český Krumlov (old German name) are the huge castle, the historic town center with squares, bridges, city gates, etc. and the gigantic castle garden.
Karlovy Vary (Karlovy Vary): One of the most famous spa towns in Europe, located not far from the German border. The list of well-known visitors is long: Tsar Peter the Great, Bismarck, Friedrich Schiller and Theodor Fontane appreciated the city’s spas.
Goethe also spent many summers in the city. Karlovy Vary, however, is less suitable as a holiday destination for younger people; the majority of visitors are spa guests. A lot of tourists now come to Karlovy Vary from Russia. There are also many attractions in the city.
Mariánské Lázně / Františkovy Lázně: These are the two other important spa towns in the Czech Republic. Together with Carlsbad they form the Bohemian spa triangle (also West Bohemian spa triangle). All three spas are not far from Germany. Franzensbad is only a few kilometers away from both Bavaria and Saxony.
České Budějovice (Budvar): Both beer fans and culture lovers are drawn to České Budějovice. In addition to the world-famous beer brewery, there is also the largest old town square in Europe to visit. The Premysl Okotav square is two hectares in size. Cesky Krumlov and Budweis are not far from each other. The cities can be easily reached by train from Austria (Linz).
Pilsen (Plzen): There is also a lot to discover in this large city in Bohemia. The Techmania technology museum is fairly new. But above all, Pilsen is the beer city in the Czech Republic. The brewery museum is one of the very important sights.
National Parks Czech Republic: There are currently four national parks in the Czech Republic. All are top attractions and good hiking areas. These are the Bohemian Forest National Park (Sumava) on the border with Bavaria, the Bohemian Switzerland National Park on the border with Saxony, the Krkonoše National Park on the border with Poland and the Thayatal National Park on the border with Austria.
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Brno:
Visit Brno, the vibrant capital of Moravia. Stroll through Spielberg Castle, stroll across Freedom Square and visit the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul. Experience the lively atmosphere of the vegetable market and don’t miss the unique functionality of Villa Stimmehat, a masterpiece of modernism and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Kutná Hora:
Explore the medieval town of Kutna Hora, known for the Ossuary, a chapel decorated with human bones. Visit St. Barbara’s Church, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, and explore the historic silver mines that once made Kutná Hora a wealthy center.
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