Where is the Czech Republic located?
The Czech Republic is a landlocked country in Central Europe, bordering Germany to the west, Poland to the north, Slovakia to the east and Austria to the south. It is made up of the three historical regions of Bohemia in the west, Moravia in the east and Czech Silesia in the northeast. These historical regions have their own cultural and geographical characteristics, but are now divided by the modern administrative system into 14 self-governing regions ("kraje") including Prague. The Czech Republic is a member of NATO and the European Union and boasts a diverse landscape and a rich history. With a population of over ten million people and a varied geography, the country offers many opportunities.
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The geographical diversity of the Czech Republic
The Czech Republic consists of several basin landscapes that are surrounded and divided by peripheral mountains: On the Austrian-German border in the southwest lies the Šumava Mountains, also known as the "Green Roof of Europe", large parts of which form the Šumava National Park. In the north-west, the Ore Mountains form the natural border with the German state of Saxony and to the south-east, the Bohemian Uplands extend along the Elbe. The Sudetes form the north-eastern border of the Bohemian Basin. Their highest peak rises on the border between the Czech Republic and Poland in the Giant Mountains: the Schneekoppe at 1602 meters. The climate in the Czech Republic is temperate with continental influences, such as low rainfall. However, the basin landscapes are very fertile: hops are grown in the traditional beer brewing region of Bohemia, and Moravia, especially South Moravia, is known for its white wines. Get a real impression of the Czech Republic with the webcams - and let the live images invite you to discover and dream.
What is a must-see in the Czech Republic?
The capital city of Prague is a cultural and tourist highlight and enchants visitors with its historic old town, where old and modern merge in a unique way and create a special atmosphere. The so-called "Golden City" is located in the west of the Czech Republic on the Vltava River, in whose wide river valley a large part of the city is embedded. The Vltava flows 30 km north through the city and forms a large loop. Prague's historic city center lies in the southern part of this loop, surrounded to the north and south by the two castle hills of Hradčany and Vyšehrad. The most famous sights include Prague Castle with St. Vitus Cathedral, Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square with the Teyn Church and the Town Hall and the second medieval castle, Vyšehrad with the Church of St. Peter and Paul. The webcams in Prague offer breathtaking live insights into city life and popular sights - see for yourself!
Other famous historical cities in the Czech Republic are the university city of Brno, the second largest city in the country and the center of Moravia, the university and diocesan city of Pilsen, the fourth largest city in the Czech Republic in the west of Bohemia, known for Pilsen beer and the Škoda factories, the university city of České Budějovice, the largest city in South Bohemia, known primarily for its Budweiser beer brands, and Český Krumlov, a city in South Bohemia whose medieval city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What can you do in the Czech Republic in winter?
In the Czech Republic, leisure tourism is one of the largest and most important economic sectors, especially in the Krkonoše Mountains. Špindlerův Mlýn is a well-known tourist center: In winter, the ski resort offers perfectly groomed ski slopes, a large and well-marked network of groomed cross-country ski trails and ski hiking trails. The Keilberg (Klínovec) ski resort in the Ore Mountains impresses with wide, well-groomed slopes and a cross-border ski network with the neighboring Fichtelberg in Germany - ideal for long days of skiing. Other well-known Czech winter sports centers are Harrachov, with downhill slopes, cross-country ski trails, ski jumps of various sizes and a ski jump, the versatile Černá hora ski region and the family-friendly Lipno ski resort. Away from the slopes you can go on winter hikes or experience romantic carriage rides through snow-covered villages. In many spa towns such as Karlovy Vary or Mariánské Lázně, thermal baths and wellness offers provide relaxation. Cities such as Prague or Český Krumlov enchant visitors in winter with their festive lighting, Christmas markets and historic backdrops. Ice skating on frozen lakes or in open city ice rinks is just as popular. Whether you prefer sporty activities or a leisurely cultural experience, winter in the Czech Republic offers something for everyone. Get in the mood for your vacation in the Czech Republic with the webcams and be enchanted by the wintry images from the live cams.
What's going on in the Czech Republic in summer?
Even in summer, the Czech Republic shows its active side and invites you to a variety of outdoor adventures. The many clear bathing lakes provide refreshment on hot days and summer city life also flourishes - with open-air festivals, street music and cozy beer gardens. Nature lovers get their money's worth in the numerous national and nature parks: Šumava, the largest national park in the Czech Republic, impresses with its extensive forests, moors and glacial lakes. The Krkonoše Mountains comprise the highest mountain range in the Czech Republic, including the Schneekoppe, and offer impressive panoramas of the alpine landscape. Sandstone formations such as the Prebischtor, the largest natural sandstone bridge in Europe, are impressive in the Bohemian Switzerland National Park, where there are numerous climbing and hiking routes. The Sky Bridge 721 in Dolní Morava is not for the faint-hearted: the longest suspension bridge in the world connects two mountain ridges at a height of up to 95 meters over a length of 721 meters. Get a taste of the mountain air in advance and get a live impression of the Sky Bridge 721 with the webcam.
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