Marvelous road-trip around Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is a compact country with a lot of history and culture. You can take several days to explore it, or you can squeeze it into one long weekend. It all depends on how much time you have. If you're looking for something off the beaten path and don't mind driving a rented car in the Czech Republic, then we've got just the trip for you: our recommended route through some of the most beautiful parts of the country!

Ostrava

Ostrava is a city in the Czech Republic, where you can start your road-trip on a rented car. It's known for its mining industry and has a large population of Hungarians, who make up around 20% of the population. Ostrava is located in the Moravian-Silesian Region, which was formerly known as Silesia until 1945. It's situated on top of several coal mines that were once owned by various companies but have since been nationalized under one conglomerate called VSE (Vseobecny Zarubezeny Elektrarny).

The 10th largest city in the Czech Republic (with over 300k inhabitants), Ostrava is home to many different cultures including German, Polish and Hungarian communities who have lived here for centuries before their arrival during WWI when they were forced out due to political reasons at that time period - so don't forget your passport!

Brno

Brno is the second largest city in the Czech Republic, and it's a university town with a vibrant cultural scene. The city is home to the oldest and biggest astronomical clock in the world--a UNESCO World Heritage Site--and there are many beautiful churches and palaces.

The historical center of Brno was founded by Duke Sobeslav I (died 929), who built his castle here around 830 AD. In 1063, Emperor Henry IV elevated Brno to an Imperial City; this gave rise to its first period of prosperity as a trading centre with markets held on Tuesdays and Fridays. In 1238/9 King Wenceslas II granted another charter that gave citizens many rights including self government at market days; these rights were further extended by Charles IV when he visited Brno in 1355 during which time he also granted new privileges such as free use of forests around town as well as exemption from customs duties within Austria-Hungary's territory which lasted until 1918 when Austria lost its independence following World War One.

Olomouc

Olomouc is the main town in Moravia, and has been for centuries. Its university was founded in 1373, making it one of the oldest in Europe. Olomouc is also home to some great museums and galleries--the Moravian Gallery of Fine Arts (which houses works by artists such as Klimt) being one example--and hosts regular festivals throughout the year including JazzFest or MusicFestOZ.

It's no surprise then that this city has earned its place on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites: there are plenty of sights worth exploring here! You'll find yourself surrounded by beautiful architecture wherever you go; whether it be Baroque churches or Gothic castles like Castle Hill which overlooks Olomouc itself from above.

Plzeň

Plzeň is home to the Pilsner Urquell Brewery, which has been brewing beer since 1842. The brewery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it's also where the Pilsner Urquell beer was born. You can go on a tour of the brewery or visit their museum, but we recommend heading straight for their beer garden instead! The outdoor restaurant serves up traditional Czech cuisine alongside an impressive selection of beers brewed right there in Pilsen (including their flagship brew).

Český Šternberk

Český Šternberk is located in South Bohemia, near the town of Kutná Hora. The castle was built in 1390 and it's considered to be one of the most important Renaissance castles in Europe. It has an interesting history; its builder was King Wenceslas IV who wanted to make a statement about his power and wealth. Nowadays, Český Šternberk belongs to Czech National Trust Fund which means that it's open for public viewing during summer months (June - September).

You can visit this beautiful castle on your own or take guided tour with English speaking guide if you prefer so! Inside there are many things worth seeing like:

The Chapel with its stunning frescoes painted by Clemente Rutkovský between 1628 - 1633;
The Golden Staircase leading up from ground floor into 1st floor where you'll find yourself surrounded by wonderful artworks such as paintings by Jan Jiří Bendl (1766 - 1834), statues by Josef Václav Myslbek (1822 - 1894) etc.;
King's Chamber where you can see bedchamber prepared for Emperor Franz Joseph when he visited Český Šternberk during his trip through Bohemia back in 1889.

Znojmo

Znojmo is a town in the South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic. It is situated on the Morava River, along European route E461. The city center has been proclaimed as an urban conservation area and as such it has been protected from inappropriate development.

Liberec

Liberec is a city in northern Czech Republic. It has a population of about 100,000 people and is known for its beautiful architecture, skiing and ice hockey team. The city was founded in 1253 by Bohemian Duke Henry I as Lipsk (Lipa), after which it was named until 1945. The name "Liberec" means "fir tree" and refers to the many fir forests that once covered this region of Bohemia.

Pardubice

Pardubice is a city in the Czech Republic, located on the river Elbe. It's known for its beautiful architecture and history, as well as its excellent location for exploring local sights like Tyn Castle or Velkopavlovicko-jesenicko Museum.

The city's main square is dominated by an impressive Baroque town hall that was built between 1715 and 1730 by architect Jan Bla?ej Santini-Aichel (1667-1737). The building features four large corner towers topped with copper domes; inside you can see paintings from Jan Vermeer and Rembrandt van Rijn among other works from Europe's Golden Age of Art!

A road-trip around the Czech Republic is a fantastic idea

The country has a lot to offer, including beautiful scenery and architecture, as well as a rich history. There are many interesting museums and sites that you can visit on your trip. The Czech Republic is known for its beer but there's more than just Pilsner in this Central European nation: try different kinds of wines or regional brews such as Kozel (a dark lager), Bernard (an unfiltered wheat beer) or Budweiser Budvar (which actually comes from nearby Slovakia).

The Czech Republic is a beautiful country, and it has many different places to explore. You can visit the cities or go on an adventure in the mountains or forests. You can also see some interesting historical sites and monuments that were built hundreds of years ago! I hope this article has given you some ideas about where to go on your next vacation: maybe even in Czechia!