You need to go to Pisek, the bohemian city of the south, to find the oldest bridge of the Czechia. Pisek is also known as the “Athens of the South Bohemia” because of having many high-quality universities and its local intelligentsia.
Zvikov Castle was built on a strategic trade route at the junction of the Vltava and Otava rivers. The castle, which experienced its most magnificent period in the 14th century, has an outstanding architecture still bearing the traces of that period. You should enjoy the view by walking in its garden. Písek Sladovna is a gallery that should be visited especially by families with children. In the gallery that encourages children to touch everything and supports the learning through play, you can spend pleasant time with your child.
The old town square of Pisek is worth seeing with its restaurants, cafes and small shops. You can have a rest under the shadow of the old buildings and feel the history on its streets. Orlik Castle, a centuries-old family mansion on Vlata River Canyon, is a gothic building worth seeing with its wonderful view and gardens. Orlik Water Reservoir is ideal area for fishing as well as various water sports. On hot days, you can spend relaxing time here or experience adventurous activities.
In Pisek, where you can try various local tastes from the Czech cuisine, you can find high-calorie tastes that will help you to compete with the cold weather.
Cold and rainy winter season, which is experienced from the end of November to the first half of March, is followed by sunny spring months. The most appropriate period to visit Pisek is June, July, August and September months when the temperatures increase.