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KARLŠTEJN CASTLE
Rising above the village of Karlštejn, 30km southwest of Prague, Karlštejn
Castle is rightly one of the top attractions in the Czech Republic. This fairytale
medieval fortress is in such good shape that it wouldn't look out of place on Dis-
neyworld's Main Street. Unfortunately, the crowds that throng its courtyards
come in theme-park proportions too - in summer it's mobbed with visitors, ice-
cream vendors and souvenir stalls.
Thankfully, the peaceful surrounding countryside offers views of Karlštejn's stun-
ning exterior that rival anything you'll see on the inside. If at all possible, visit mid-
week or out of season, and avoid the queues at the castle ticket office by purchasing
Karlštejn Information Centre
(Informační centrum Karlštejn;
311 681 370;
www.karlstejnsko.cz
;
Karlštejn 334, Pension Vinice;
8am-8pm)
is across the road
from the main car park.
