Overview
Completed in 1407, this Gothic church shares the skyline with the castle as the town's defining silhouette. Its soaring spire rises prominently above the red rooftops. Inside you'll find medieval frescoes, tombs of the Rosenberg family, a Neo-Gothic restored altar, and a Baroque organ. Viewed from across the Vltava, the church and castle together create a stunningly photogenic townscape. Free entry (outside mass hours). 2-minute walk from the Old Town square.
Opening Hours
10:00-17:00 (outside mass hours; reduced winter schedule).
Travel Tips
For the best photo of church and castle together, stand across the Vltava near Seminární Garden. Visiting is restricted during mass.
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Other attractions in Český Krumlov
Český Krumlov Castle
The second-largest castle in the Czech Republic. The view of red rooftops from its tower is breathtaking.
Vltava River Rafting
A popular adventure activity — canoeing or rafting down the Vltava while admiring medieval town scenery.
Egon Schiele Art Centrum
An art center dedicated to Austrian Expressionist Egon Schiele, whose mother came from this town.
Castle Gardens
Sprawling Baroque gardens featuring a revolving auditorium for summer open-air shows.
Český Krumlov Main Square
The town's central square surrounded by Renaissance buildings, with a plague column and cafes.
Eggenberg Brewery
A brewery with over 500 years of tradition. Tour the facility and taste freshly tapped beer.
Museum Fotoatelier Seidel
A unique museum in a restored 19th-century photo studio, showcasing historical photographs of the Bohemian region.