Hidden gems in the Czech Republic

Explore ten lesser-known Czech sites including Gothic and classical castles, a UNESCO-protected chateau park, a historic village reservation, a Romanesque-Gothic basilica, and unique heritage landmarks such as one of the oldest water mills and a distinctive observation tower. These locations highlight diverse architectural styles and cultural histories away from typical tourist routes.

Hidden Czech Gems — Map

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Hluboká nad Vltavou Chateau

Hluboká Castle is a historic château situated in Hluboká nad Vltavou. It is considered one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech…

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Holašovice Historical Village Reservation

Holašovice is a small historic village located in the south of the Czech Republic, 16 kilometres west of České Budějovice.

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Loket Castle

Loket Castle is a 12th-century Gothic castle in Loket in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic.

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Park Průhonice

One of the most important chateau parks in the Czech Republic. Since 2010, it has been a national cultural monument as well as a UNESCO…

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Muzeum ozubnicové dráhy

Museum dedicated to rack railway history and technology.

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Jurkovičova rozhledna

Observation tower designed by architect Dušan Jurkovič near Rožnov pod Radhoštěm.

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Buquoyská hrobka

Noble family mausoleum located at the eastern end of the Nové Hrady cemetery, established in 1810.

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Basilica St. Procopus

St. Procopius Basilica is a Romanesque-Gothic Christian church in Třebíč, Czech Republic.

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Hoslovický mlýn

Water mill in Hoslovice with a single wheel, considered the oldest preserved water mill in the Czech Republic.

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Zámek Čechy pod Kosířem

Classical style chateau surrounded by a romantically landscaped park.

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