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Litoměřice
ℹ️Practical info — Litoměřice
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💡 Tips
- Take a guided tour of the historical underground cellars that stretch beneath the old town.
- This is one of the rare Bohemian wine regions; do not miss the chance to taste the local wine.
- Climb the nearby Radobýl hill to enjoy a panoramic view over the Bohemian Uplands.
- Parking on the main square (Mírové náměstí) is often full; use the designated parking lots just outside the historical core.
🍽 Food
Taste white wines from nearby Žernoseky in one of the wine bars located on the main square.
Visit a restaurant on the banks of the Elbe river to enjoy freshly prepared fish from the region.
Look for this classic and hearty dish in the traditional Czech taverns located in the old town.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy bottles of local Litoměřice or Žernoseky wine to take home as an authentic souvenir.
Look for handmade ceramics and Bohemian souvenirs in the small side streets off Mírové náměstí.
A spacious park island on the Elbe river, well-suited for a picnic or a relaxing break.
Walk around the tranquil surroundings of St. Stephen's Cathedral away from the busy main square.
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Litoměřice is one of the oldest and most beautiful Czech towns, situated at the confluence of the Elbe and Ohře rivers in the Bohemian Central Uplands. A significant Slavic hillfort stood here as early as the 10th century; the settlement was granted royal town rights in 1219. The town has been the seat of a bishopric since 1655, which is reflected in the impressive number of ecclesiastical buildings, including St. Stephen's Cathedral on Cathedral Hill. The historical center is home to a blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture, with the Chalice Tower atop the Town Hall serving as a unique landmark. Due to the mild climate of the surrounding area, which favors fruit and wine growing, Litoměřice is often called the 'Garden of Bohemia'. Every year, the major horticultural fair 'Zahrada Čech' is held here. Nearby lies the former fortress town of Terezín, which is closely associated with the tragic history of the 20th century.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: Oblastní muzeum v Litoměřicích · Biskupská rezidence · Muzeum Ghetta
- Nearby: Teplice (25 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -1 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 44 | 32 | 38 | 35 | 65 | 70 | 78 | 76 | 54 | 47 | 47 | 44 |
Geography
Facts
- Litoměřice was granted town rights in 1219 by King Přemysl Ottokar I.
- The Bishopric of Litoměřice was established on July 3, 1655, by Pope Alexander VII.
- The Chalice Tower on the Town Hall was built in 1584 as a lookout point.
- The town features an extensive network of medieval underground tunnels.
- The Czech poet Karel Hynek Mácha died in Litoměřice in 1836.
- The town is situated at an elevation of 136 meters above sea level.
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