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Which Český Krumlov game is right for you?
Scavenger hunt★ 4.5 (29)
Best for first-timers, couples and families: solve a riddle at each of the 10 stops, then unlock the stories and legends of the Rosenbergs’ town.
- Time about 2 hours
- Walking about 25 min
- Languages English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch
5 € - 11 €See details and book →
Outdoor escape game★ 4.7 (3)
For puzzle lovers, friends and team building: crack an independent puzzle at every attraction, from the bridges to the castle, with up to three hints.
- Time about 2 hours
- Walking about 25 min
- Languages English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Dutch
5 € - 11 €See details and book →
Self-guided audio tour
For a relaxed walk without puzzles: listen to stories at each stop while you take in the river bends, red roofs and castle courtyards.
- Time about 3 hours
- Walking about 25 min
- Languages English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian
4 € - 9 €See details and book →
How it works
- Book online Choose the game and the number of players. Your booking reference arrives by email straight away.
- Get the app Download the World City Trail app from the App Store or Google Play and enter your booking reference.
- Play when you like Start whenever you are ready, walk at your own pace and pause any time. No guide, no fixed schedule.
The route: from the monasteries to the castle
The Český Krumlov scavenger hunt starts at the monastery complex and heads to the Castle Tower. You cross the Barber’s Bridge into the old town for St Vitus Church, the fountain and plague column, the Wax Museum and the Egon Schiele Art Centrum, then take the Cloak Bridge to the Castle Park and the State Castle and Chateau.
The 10 stops cover about 2 km, roughly 25 minutes of walking. You can start anywhere or change the order in the app, with Google Maps guiding you. No entry tickets are needed.
- Český Krumlov Monasteries Start
- Castle Tower
- Barber’s Bridge (Lazebnický most)
- Church of St Vitus
- Fountain and Plague Column
- Wax Museum
- Egon Schiele Art Centrum
- Cloak Bridge
- Castle Park
- State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov Finish
Why explore Český Krumlov with a city game
Český Krumlov’s old town sits in a tight bend of the Vltava below one of the country’s largest castle complexes, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. Its Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque lanes are small enough to cross in minutes, yet full of painted façades, house signs and bridges.
A game makes you notice those details instead of just following the crowd. Each riddle points to something specific, and the stories cover the Rosenbergs, the bears in the castle moat and the painter Egon Schiele. Everyone plays on their own phone, with no schedule and time for a coffee by the river.
- Go early or late in the afternoon: the main square and castle courtyards fill with day-trippers from late morning, especially in summer.
- Start the escape game in daylight; its puzzles rely on details on façades and bridges.
- Wear comfortable shoes for the uneven cobbles and the steep climb to the castle, and bring a power bank.
- Finish inside the castle, at the Egon Schiele Art Centrum or at a restaurant by the river.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Český Krumlov scavenger hunt take?
The Český Krumlov scavenger hunt takes about 2 hours: 10 stops and about 25 minutes (2 km) of actual walking, plus time for riddles and stories. You can pause at any time and continue later or on another day.
Where does the Český Krumlov scavenger hunt start and finish?
It starts at the Český Krumlov monastery complex and finishes at the castle, by the Castle Tower and the State Castle and Chateau. In the app you can choose a different starting stop or change the order.
Do I need a guide or to book a time slot?
No, you need neither a guide nor a time slot. After booking you receive a reference by email; download the World City Trail app, enter it and start whenever you like.
Is the Český Krumlov scavenger hunt suitable for kids and families?
Yes, the Český Krumlov scavenger hunt works well for families. The riddles need observation and logic, not prior knowledge, so children can join in with an accompanying adult. The route is not suitable for wheelchairs and is difficult with strollers.
Which languages can I play in?
You can play the Český Krumlov scavenger hunt in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish or Dutch. Audio narration is also available for the stories.
Can we play as a group or for team building?
Yes. Buy one ticket per player and form teams of up to 5 people; larger groups split into several teams. For team building, the outdoor escape game is a great fit.
Ready to explore Český Krumlov?
Book the Český Krumlov scavenger hunt now and spend two hours solving riddles between the Vltava bridges and the castle.
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