Cesky Krumlov: a Must-See in the Czech Republic!
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Cesky Krumlov: a Must-See in the Czech Republic!

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Cesky Krumlov was just supposed to be an overnight pitstop on #3genRT, the 3-generation road trip with my mother and my daughter. I found the place doing my usual random “wonder what’s along this route?” map search. We had no expectations; I was just driving my mother through the Czech Republic to give her a feel for a different part of Europe. Well, I don’t know the last time I was truly surprised by a place.

Views from this castle were spectacular
Views from this castle were spectacular

 

Cesky Krumlov lies in southwest Prague, just over the borders of Germany and Austria. It’s got old world charm, mixed with an artsy-fartsy Bohemian vibe.

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Shops sold handcrafted items such as wooden toys, puppets, paintings, jewelry, and more. A 13th-century castle watches over the town, which sits in the nook of a river bend. It’s simply marvelous.

cesky krumlov czech republic puppet marionette

Here are just a few pictures from our overnight visit. I enjoyed it so much we’re returning in December for the Christmas Market!

 

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cesky krumlov czech republic

cesky krumlov czech republic
a courtyard in the castle
Oddly enough, a bear pit in the moat of the castle?
Oddly enough, a bear pit in the moat of the castle?
Town was filled with Czech treats, crepes, restaurants, bakeries--no lack of yumminess!
Town was filled with Czech treats, crepes, restaurants, bakeries–no lack of yumminess!

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I love, love, loved this town!

 

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Kari Martindale

Kari Martindale likes words, so she uses them a lot. Kari sits on the Board of Maryland Writers' Association and is involved with various nonprofits. She writes spoken word poetry, children's books, and other stuff, like whatever blog post you just read. Kari has visited over 35 countries and all 50 States, and is always planning her next road trip. She likes her family a lot; they tolerate her just fine.
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