Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
transfer in Brno or Přerov),
Kraków
(5/day, 4.5-6 hrs, transfer in
Katowice, Poland, and possibly Přerov, Czech Republic; one 5-hr
overnight train),
Vienna
(8/day, 3-4 hrs, transfer in Brno, Břeclav,
or Přerov),
Budapest
(6/day, 5-8 hrs, transfer in Brno or Přerov).
From Olomouc by Bus to:
Třeboň, Telč, and Třebíč:
Ta k e
the bus or train to
Brno
(see above), then take the bus in the direc-
tion of
České Budějovice
(5/day Mon-Fri, 2/day Sat-Sun—see
page 199),
Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
(hourly, 1.75-2.25 hrs, most
with change in Valašské Meziříčí).
Kroměříž
While Olomouc was the official seat of the Moravian archbishops,
Kroměříž (KROH-myehr-eezh) was the site of their lavish sum-
mer château. In 1948, this castle and its enormous gardens were
nationalized and opened to the public. Kroměříž—showing off the
richness of this corner of the Czech Republic—is the most lavish
and best-renovated Rococo castle in the country. The 19th-century
English-style park, with lakes, woods, and Chinese pavilions, is
good for a walk or picnic.
While there are no other worthwhile sights in town, the
pleasant square, streets filled with little bakeries, and a chance to
experience a small Moravian town offers a perfect complement to
the grandeur of the archbishop's estate. The town and château of
Kroměříž combine for a perfect half-day excursion from Olomouc
to enjoy the genteel art and gentle life of Moravia.
ORIENTATION
Tourist Information
The humble TI on the main square hands out a useful map with
brief descriptions of all major sights, as well as a list of events
(Mon-Fri 8:30-17:00, Sat-Sun 9:00-13:00, open weekdays until
18:00 in July-Aug, closed Sun Nov-April, Velké Náměstí 45/50,
tel. 573-331-473, www.mesto-kromeriz.cz).
Arrival in Kroměříž
Turn right out of the train station, then take the first left over the
bridge. The main square (Velké Náměstí) and the entrance to the
château are an easy 10-minute walk away.
Helpful Hints
Music:
Throughout the summer, the city government joins forces
with art schools and conservatories to enliven historical
