Cistercian Abbey in Vyšší Brod and Český Krumlov

The town and the monastery of Vyšší Brod are both situated on the upper right bank of the Vltava river in the foothills of the Bohemian Forest, in a romantic landscape amidst thick forests. The Cistercian Abbey wan founded on June 1st, 1259. The legend holds that a noblemen founded the monastýry out of gratitude for his miraculous rescue out of the stormy Vltava river as he had turned to the Blessed Virgin Mary for help while drowning.

In 1991 the abbey was returned to the Cistercian Order and a small part was opened for visitors. During the visit you will see the Abbey Church, Paintings´Gallery, wonderful library with Philosophical Hall and Theological Hall and liturgical articles from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Magic and fabulous city of Český Krumlov, situated in the Southern Bohemia, nearby Czech borders, has always the atmosphere of ancient centuries, each house in the city centre reminds the fame and splendour of Renaissance period. Don´t miss it! In the city centre there are only houses with a rich and beautiful decoration on facades, narrow medieval streets full of picturesque shops and restaurants, interesting art galleries where you can find charming old pictures made during the last centuries. In the world there is not so many towns with such authentic atmosphere!

Český Krumlov was put on the UNESCO List of World Cultural Heritage in 1992.

In Český Krumlov you have to slacken the pace, to choose any small terrace or romantic restaurant garden by the Vltava River and to enjoy the moment. You will not regret!

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