Discover the Enchantment of Karlův Hrádek

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, you can reach Karlův Hrádek from major cities in North Moravia such as Ostrava or Olomouc. From Ostrava, take the D1 highway towards Brno. Exit at Hranice and follow the signs for the E442 road towards Hranice and then onto the 447 road, which will lead you to Hluboká nad Vltavou. Once you arrive in Hluboká nad Vltavou, follow local signs to Karlův Hrádek, located in the Purkarec area. The total drive time is about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. Make sure to check for any tolls on the highway.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a train from Ostrava or Olomouc to České Budějovice. From České Budějovice, you can catch a bus to Hluboká nad Vltavou. The bus ride takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Once in Hluboká nad Vltavou, you can either walk (approximately 30 minutes) or take a local taxi to reach Karlův Hrádek. Be sure to check the train and bus schedules in advance, as they can vary. Additionally, the train ticket from Ostrava to České Budějovice will typically cost around 200 CZK.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider taking a taxi from Hluboká nad Vltavou to Karlův Hrádek. This option is convenient if you're traveling with luggage or prefer not to walk. The taxi ride should take about 10 minutes and will cost approximately 200-300 CZK depending on your starting point in Hluboká nad Vltavou.