This Easter, Křivoklát Castle invites visitors to celebrate spring in a magical historical setting. The castle courtyard will host an Easter market full of traditional food, crafts, and live entertainment. Inside the castle, you can take a self-guided tour of beautifully decorated rooms that capture the festive spirit of the season.
A special treat for visitors on April 19 is the nostalgic ride aboard a historic train featuring the iconic “Bardotka” locomotive and retro carriages. It’s a unique way to arrive in style and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Don't miss the nearby Museum of Czech Motorcycles and Cars, located just beneath the castle. With around 150 vintage vehicles on display, it's a great stop for both classic car lovers and families.
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Event dates: April 19–20, 2025
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Poděbrady is a charming spa town known for its mineral springs and laid-back atmosphere, making it a perfect Easter getaway. During the holiday weekend, the elegant spa promenade transforms into a colorful Easter market filled with hand-crafted decorations, traditional foods, and local specialties. Live music and folk performances set the mood, while creative workshops and a vintage carousel keep children entertained.
After exploring the market, take a relaxing stroll along the colonnade or try the famous mineral water, Poděbradka, directly from its natural source.
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For a refreshing take on Easter, head to Lavender Valley near Zdice. This tranquil destination combines seasonal traditions with herbal wisdom. Visitors can explore a spring-themed trail that shares the symbolic meanings behind Easter, including water, fertility, and renewal. There are hands-on creative stations where both kids and adults can make wreaths, decorate eggs, and craft their own Easter decorations.
Locally inspired food and drinks are also part of the experience, featuring herbal dishes, lavender beer, prosecco, and organic lemonades. The market on site offers artisan gifts and natural products.
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For a glimpse into how Easter was celebrated in the past, visit the open-air museum in Kouřim. This village-style skanzen recreates Czech rural life with authentic wooden houses and historical buildings. During the Easter weekend, the site comes alive with folk costumes, baking demonstrations, traditional music, and creative workshops that showcase time-honored customs like natural egg dyeing and making Easter bread.
It’s a quiet, educational, and deeply cultural experience that shows the spiritual roots of Czech Easter, set in a peaceful countryside environment.
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If you're looking for something more modern and food-focused, the Easter Street Food Festival in Kralupy nad Vltavou is an excellent choice. Taking place on April 19 at Palackého Square, this free event features food trucks and market stalls offering a wide range of global street food, desserts, craft beer, wine, and refreshing cocktails. Live music will keep the atmosphere lively throughout the day.
For a fun photo opportunity, don’t miss the BigFram—a giant frame near the riverside cycling path that perfectly captures the view of Nelahozeves Castle.
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Each of these destinations is perfect for a day trip from Prague and offers a different way to enjoy Easter—whether you’re drawn to historic castles, relaxing spa towns, hands-on crafts, traditional folklore, or modern street food. Wherever you go, you’ll experience the joy of Czech Easter in a fresh and meaningful way.
Veselé Velikonoce – Happy Easter!
