A bit of Paris, a bit of Venice and a dash of Vienna and yet in a league of its own: Prague is enchantingly beautiful. And the Vltava, which flows through the middle of the city and is crossed by the famous Charles Bridge, makes a visit unforgettable. But even away from its banks, there are many adventures to entice you: on the way to Prague, you can make a stop off in tranquil Brno, ten kilometres away from the Polish border waits Ostrava with the legendary Colours Music Festival, the historic Olomouc, for its part, has the second-highest density of important sights in the Czech Republic.
- Go east - from Graz and Vienna with the Railjet on the 2-hour trip to Brno and Prague.
- There are four daily direct connections to Prague and Budějovice (also known as Budweis) - where the beer is especially tasty.
Advent in the European Christmas capital, Brno
Brno may not be the capital of the Czech Republic, but it has been named European Christmas Capital 2024 by a jury.
From the 22nd November until the 23rd December 2024, the Brno Christmas festival will take place throughout the whole city centre, which will be easily accessible by foot. In the four central squares as well as the surrounding streets and courtyards, a varied music programme, art installations and thousands of lights create a Christmassy atmosphere. The Christmas markets offer traditional products made by hand, originally designed Christmas gifts and culinary delicacies from the legendary "Turbomošt", ranging from the local mulled wine to the traditional Christmas specialities and international cuisine. A giant ferris wheel and an ice rink also make a great "Brno Christmas" experience for families with children.
Save money with rail travel
Great experiences at a small price. When you choose ÖBB Sparschiene, you’re choosing affordable, comfortable and environmentally friendly travel. Due to space being limited, we recommend booking well in advance of your journey, especially during peak periods.
