Basic information about the Czech Republic

At present there are more than 10 historic sights registered in the UNESCO index (e.g. Brno – villa Tugendhat, Český Krumlov – historic centre, Holašovice – rural preserve, Kutná Hora – historic centre etc.). In such a small area is located over 200 castles, chateaus and other outstanding monuments.

Nature lovers often visit national parks and nature reserves. Mountain ranges situated mainly along the borders attract tourists in the summer and winter. Well equipped tourist centres offer accommodation in hotels, guesthouses and mountain lodges. The Czech Republic contains more than 30,000 km of marked pathways, 20,000 km of roads for cycling and more than 1,000 cross country ski routes. Quality downhill skiing is possible, especially in the Krkonoše, Jeseníky, Beskydy and Šumava mountains.

The Czech Republic is famous for its spas, summer and winter mountain tourism, delicious traditional cuisine and high-quality services including tourist accommodation. Tourist centres are equipped with information centres, guide services, exchange offices, rental offices for sports equipment, bikes, cars and motorbikes, medical aid services, alpine rescue service, pharmacy and other services that make your holiday and the visit to the area of the Czech Republic comfortable, pleasant and safe.