Tourism in the Czech Republic

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Charles Bridge in Prague

The Czech Republic has become one of the major tourist destinations in Europe. The capital, Prague, is the most popular destination. Other highly visited destinations include Karlštejn Castle, Kutná Hora, Český Krumlov, České Budějovice and the Lednice–Valtice Cultural Landscape. Prague attracts large amounts of foreign tourists, mostly from Germany, Russia, Poland, United States, Israel and United Kingdom.[1]

Statistics

Most non-residents arriving to the Czech Republic and staying overnight in 2014 were from the following countries:[2]

Rank Country Number
1  Germany 1,559,836
2  Russia 695,388
3  Slovakia 496,353
4  Poland 451,729
5  United States 442,697
6  United Kingdom 398,809
7  Italy 371,487
8  France 273,582
9  Austria 244,880
10  China 211,830
Total 8,126,369

Tourist attractions

Nightlife

Prague attracts large amounts of tourists because of low costs associated with nightlife. The large number of bars and clubs, located close together and often open late, serve as additional incentives for tourists from Europe.

Hiking and skiing

The Czech countryside offers protected areas such as Bohemian Paradise (Český ráj), Bohemian Karst (Český kras) and Šumava National Park. The countryside features castles, caves and other landmarks. In Southern Bohemia, the Šumava Mountains, also in Vysočina, Jizerské hory and Beskydy contain many hiking and cross-country skiing possibilities. The nature reserve Rejvíz is a popular destination in the Jeseníky Mountains.

Skiing resorts are located from Northern East to Northern West Czech Republic. The most famous and popular resorts lies in the Krkonoše Mountains. Krkonoše includes the tourist centre of Harrachov.

Vineyards

Moravia is famous for its wine.

Transport

Prague is served by Prague Václav Havel Airport. For travel within the Czech Republic it is common to use Inter-City trains or buses. Roads are in good condition and include a highway network.[citation needed] There is good tourism infrastructure in every big city and most tourist resorts.[citation needed]

Gallery

Tourism in Czech Republic gallery
The Powder Tower in Prague. 
The castle in Lednice. 
The town of Kutná Hora. 
The town square in České Budějovice. 
The castle in Český Krumlov. 
Karlštejn Castle. 
Hluboká Castle. 
Holy Trinity Column, Olomouc. 

References

  1. ↑ Czech Statistical Office
  2. ↑ Table 5 Guests, overnight stays (non-residents by country, numbers, indices)

External links

cs:Česko#Cestovní ruch

pt:Economia da República Checa#Turismo

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