Borkovická blata Nature Reserve
Not far from Dolní Bukovsko are the northernmost peat bogs of the Třeboň basin, known as Borkovická blata. The reservation contains the Blatská stezka Educational Trail which starts 3 km north of the town of Mažice and has a unique information value. When walking on this route, with a length of approximately 5 kilometers with 31 stops, you can experience the beautiful and unique nature of Blata, its fl ora and fauna, and learn a lot about the peat extraction and recovery of this area.
Town of Hluboká nad Vltavou
The town of Hluboká nad Vltavou is situated 8 kilometers to the north of České Budějovice. The town is dominated by a beautiful Neo-Gothic castle, the original one built in the 13th century, with an extensive park inviting for relaxation and romantic strolls under the tree tops. The Hluboká Castle has long been one of the most frequently visited tourist destinations in the Czech Republic and it may be visited all year round, as well as the adjoining Aleš South Bohemian Gallery. Another option of spending your free time is to visit the largest South Bohemian ZOO with over 300 kinds of animals. Sportsmen may visit an array of sports premises and activities, including an 18-hole golf course. www.hluboka.cz
TIP for an experience
You can enjoy beautiful views over the surrounding country and the Hluboká Castle when travelling by boat from Hluboká to České Budějovice or Týn nad Vltavou. www.stezkavltavy.cz
TOP cultural events
Musical summer at Hluboká, every year from July to October
Fishing celebrations and harvesting of ponds managed by Rybářství Hluboká, every year from September to November
City of České Budějovice
This administrative city, the largest in Southern Bohemia with almost 100 thousand inhabitants, was founded in 1265 by King Otakar II. The town is dominated by its 72-meter Black Tower which is visible from a far distance. Aft er conquering 225 steps, visitors can enjoy a beautiful view over the surrounding countryside and the square, which is almost rectangular and sized 133 x 137 meters with a Baroque Samson fountain in the middle. The square is surrounded with Renaissance and Baroque houses, of which the Baroque redevelopment of the Town Hall building is the most signifi cant. In 1827-1836, a horse-drawn railway was operated from České Budějovice to Linz, the fi rst of its kind on the European continent. The Water Tower is an interesting technical monument that explains the history of water management in the city using interesting video expositions. www.budejce.cz
Tip for an experience
Visit the world-famous pub called Masné krámy and taste the Budvar beer draught directly from lager tanks.
TOP cultural events
Múzy na vodě (Muses on the Water), every year in June
Vltava žije (Living Vltava), every year in September
Město lidem, lidé městu (Town for People, People for Town), every year in August
Mezinárodní pivní festival (International Beer Festival), every year in February
Slavnosti piva (Beer Festival), every year in June
Pardál Fest, every year in September
Holašovice – UNESCO monument
The village of Holašovice is located not far from České Budějovice amidst pristine nature. For its unique set of buildings in “Rustic Baroque” style mainly from the half of the 19th century, it was registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List. www.holasovice.eu
Tip for an experience
Are you attracted to mysterious and mystic places? Visit the South Bohemian Stonehenge in Holašovice.
TOP cultural events
Village festival in Holašovice, every year in July.