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Maria column (Český Krumlov), Czechia: what it is and when to go
Maria column (Český Krumlov) is a visitor attraction (Morový sloup Panny Marie Neposkvrněné) in Czechia (Český Krumlov). Interests: History. The best time to visit is April to October and December. In June there are 15 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 04. It has articles in 5 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Czechia: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Activity · History
- Local name
- Morový sloup Panny Marie Neposkvrněné
- Where
- Czechia
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Nearest airport
- PRG Prague, 144 km as the crow flies
- Protection
- Protected heritage
- Coordinates
- 48.81047, 14.31493
What it is and where
Maria column (Český Krumlov) is a visitor attraction (Morový sloup Panny Marie Neposkvrněné) in Czechia (Český Krumlov). It has articles in 5 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Czechia: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Český Krumlov, where this site lists 51 more places to see, 138 m from the centre.
Its coordinates are 48.81047, 14.31493; the nearest main airport is Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG, Prague), 144 km as the crow flies. How to get around Czechia (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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- Protection
- Protected heritage
It is one of the History places in Czechia. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Maria column (Český Krumlov) is April to October and December.
- JanPossible8:29
- FebPossible9:55
- MarPossible11:34
- AprBest time13:27
- MayBest time15:03
- JunBest time15:56
- JulBest time15:34
- AugBest time14:10
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:31
- NovPossible8:53
- DecBest time8:04
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 04. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to Czechia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Czechia
To enter Czechia there are 6 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid Spanish ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Czechia checklist. Currency: Czech koruna (CZK); plugs: Type C and E · 230 V · 50 Hz; emergencies: 112 · 158 police · 155 ambulance.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Český KrumlovHistory22 m
- Church of Saint VitusChurch in Český Krumlov District of South Bohemian region95 m
- Regionální muzeum v Českém KrumlověMuseum in Czechia211 m
- Atelier of Josef SeidelMuseum in Czechia261 m
- Český Krumlov CastleCastle in the Czech Republic271 m
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Czechia guide.
More in Czechia: History
- Karlovy Vary
- Prague Castle: castle complex in Prague, Czech Republic, dating from the 9th century
- Charles Bridge: bridge in Prague, Czech Republic
- St. Vitus Cathedral: Roman Catholic cathedral in Prague
- Ore Mountains: mountain range in central Europe
- Karlštejn: Gothic castle in the Czech Republic founded by Charles IV
Every Czechia place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Maria column (Český Krumlov)?
It is a visitor attraction (Morový sloup Panny Marie Neposkvrněné in the local language) in Czechia. It has articles in 5 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Czechia: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Maria column (Český Krumlov)?
April to October and December. In June there are 15 h 56 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 04.
How do you get to Maria column (Český Krumlov)?
The nearest main airport is Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 144 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Czechia is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Czechia map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Český Krumlov, Church of Saint Vitus, Regionální muzeum v Českém Krumlově. The rest is in the Czechia guide.
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