Hidden Czech Gems

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.

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…

Holašovice Historical Village Reservation

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

Loket Castle

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

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…

Muzeum ozubnicové dráhy

Museum dedicated to rack railway history and technology.

Jurkovičova rozhledna

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

Buquoyská hrobka

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

Basilica St. Procopus

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

Hoslovický mlýn

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

Zámek Čechy pod Kosířem

Classical style chateau surrounded by a romantically landscaped park.