Hluboka nad Vltavou City Guide


Hluboka nad Vltavou Castle

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The town is located approximately 10 km from České Budějovice and is famous mainly for its beautiful Neo gothic chateau placed in a large English park. Hluboká lies in countryside surrounded by lakes and forests with hunting castles. The town has also become famous for hosting festivals and exhibitions .You can also enjoy sports activities here, such as for example horse riding, horse race, and golf. Visiting Hluboká will surely not disappoint you !


HOW TO GET THERE

You can either take a bus or train from Prague to Hluboká, although the bus connection is faster. There is several bus companies with a connection via České Budějovice you could use, for example : ČSAD JIHOTRANS, STUDENT AGENCY, ČSAD AUTOBUSY ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE. The journey takes approx. 3 hours.

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WHERE TO STAY


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WHAT TO SEE

Chateau Hluboká nad Vltavou

This romantic and beautiful chateau, originally a baroque castle, was rebuilt in the 18th century in a baroque style and then again in the 19th century in an english gothic style. Its interior offers 140 rich furnished rooms and 11 towers. The visitors can choose from a wide offer of guided tours, showing the most interesting parts of the castle. The chateau also became a popular place for weddings and fests.

Aleš South Bohemian Gallery

Aleš South bohemian Gallery exhibits a famous collection of Gothic art from South Bohemia together with an art collection of Czech and European 16th – 19th century, including the unique exposition of Dutch painting.

Ohrada Castle

Ohrada castle is located only 2 km from the town of Hluboká. It was built as a hunting castle. Its purpose was to host hunting fests and celebrations. Today´s woodcraft and hunting museum (one of the oldest in the world) exposes a collection of hunting trophies and animals.

ZOO

Zoo is the ideal place to visit for families with children. You can admire over 200 species of animals there, living mainly in Europe. Hluboká zoo also offers a unique programme for children. Due to its location near the castle Ohrada and by a pond , it is an ideal place for taking a walk as well.

Knížecí Dvůr Gallery

The art presentation of contemporary artists in the Knížecí Dvůr Art Gallery is a great benefit to Hluboka´s cultural life and attracts many visitors.

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WHAT TO DO

Sport and relax

- Relaxation centre Parkhotel **** Hluboká nad Vltavou, Masarykova 602
- Sport and relax area Sokol Hluboká nad Vltavou, Sportovní 1276

Sport activities

- Sport and relax area Sokol Hluboká nad Vltavou, Sportovní 1276
- Golf club Hluboká nad Vltavou, Náměstí Čsl. armády 26
- Fishery Hluboka Hluboká nad Vltavou, Tyršova 681

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WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK

Restaurace Na Růžku nám. ČSA 25, Hluboká nad Vlt.

Cafe Restaurant Schneck, Bezručova ul., Hluboká nad Vlt.
Restaurant with summer garden. It's great for families with kids (playground).

Švejk Restaurant, Čsl. armády 26, Hluboká nad Vlt.
Typical Czech restaurant in the city centre and near the castle. There is a nice and cosy sitting with a wide range of the typical Czech menu as well as the international cuisine awaiting you here.

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Restaurace Solidní Šance, Nám.Čsl.armády 2, Hluboká nad Vlt.
You are entering a house of an Italian builder Jakobo de Maggi, who bought the house in 1692 to establish a coaching-inn here. Since then, the restaurant has been continually run here.

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Restaurant KA.PR ***, Tyršova 966, Hluboká nad Vlt.
At the fish restaurant KA.PR, located below the Castle Hluboká, in the town center, you will enjoy a memorable culinary experience. We offer you delicious dishes from fresh-water fish and well as saltwater fish. And we feature special preparations of poultry, pork or beef steaks as well. Even vegetarians and salad lovers come into their own at KA.PR. Occasionally you may taste Japanese sushi, uncommon for this region, prepared by specially trained staff. After a great meal you can enjoy a light sweet dessert. Simply "Come and explore South Bohemia!".

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