Hradec Králové · Pardubice · the Czech Republic

Eastern Bohemia

Squares and tower in Hradec Králové, art in Litomyšl and historic landscapes of Kuks and Kladruby.

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A region to enjoy
at your own pace.

Eastern Bohemia can be explored from Hradec Králové, a town of old squares and architectural references from different periods. The White Tower lets you view the urban core before strolling the streets. Kuks adds a Baroque complex set in a valley landscape.

Litomyšl offers a different pace, with the elongated Smetana Square and the Portmoneum, a house transformed by Josef Váchal's paintings. Further west, Kladruby nad Labem presents a landscape arranged for carriage-horse breeding. Each stop requires its own time rather than a sequence of short, connected visits.

The region also makes it possible to extend the trip toward the Krkonoše mountains or the Adršpach rocks, with specific planning for trails and transport. Winter days, from December to February, are usually short and alter the distribution of outdoor outings.

This destination brings together 2 cities: Hradec Králové, Litomyšl.

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The cities on this trip

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Where Eastern Bohemia is

Contornos: ČÚZK, via geoBoundaries (CC BY 4.0). Adaptação do Cidade Turismo.

How to get there: Eastern Bohemia

✈ Letiště Václava Havla Praha (PRG), in Praha · 128 km to Hradec Králové

Hradec Králové has rail and road connections with Prague. Litomyšl requires checking the most convenient regional link; Kuks and Kladruby are outings to plan from your base.

Suggested arrival point: Hradec Králové

Hradec Králové · Eastern Bohemia Capital Suggested arrival point

Hradec Králové

Hradec Králové allows you to view the historic core from the White Tower and then walk the squares. The Kuks Hospital adds Baroque architecture in a valley. The Kladruby nad Labem stud farm presents a cultural landscape linked to horse breeding, on another regional outing.

Pardubice · Eastern Bohemia

Litomyšl

Litomyšl has the elongated Smetana square, with arcaded houses and façades from various periods. The Portmoneum features domestic interiors covered by the paintings of Josef Váchal. The town allows a stroll through the historic centre and small-scale art, with walking connections between the areas.

The local experience

Things to do in Eastern Bohemia

Hradec Králové · Hradec Králové · Tower

Bílá věž

The White Tower stands beside Hradec Králové's historic core. The light-stone construction allows views over the town from above and serves as a reference for walks around the central squares. The visit combines an appreciation of the building itself and the view over the rooftops.

Litomyšl · Pardubice · Historic centre

Smetanovo náměstí

Smetana Square in Litomyšl has an elongated shape and can resemble a wide street. Houses with arcades, façades from different periods and the old town hall line the route. It is a starting point for exploring the town on foot, without reducing the visit to a single monumental building.

Hradec Králové · Hradec Králové · Historic ensemble

Hospital Kuks

The Hospital of Kuks is set in a valley landscape north of Hradec Králové. The Baroque complex brings together buildings and a terrace marked by sculptures, linked with external paths. The visit presents a historic charitable institution and an architectural composition that can be viewed from the surroundings.

Litomyšl · Pardubice · Museum

Portmoneum – Museum Josefa Váchala

The Portmoneum occupies a house in Litomyšl decorated by Josef Váchal for Josef Portman. The mural paintings transform the interiors into an experience of colour and narrative. It is a small-scale museum whose interest requires entering and observing slowly, rather than only seeing the façade.

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Hradec Králové · Hradec Králové · Cultural landscape

Národní hřebčín Kladruby nad Labem

The National Stud of Kladruby nad Labem is part of a cultural landscape organized for the breeding and training of carriage horses. Buildings, pastures, tree-lined avenues and routes make up the ensemble. The visit helps to understand land use, in addition to observing the stables.

Before you go

Practical information

A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.

When to go

May to September usually favors outdoor ensembles and regional outings. April and October require checking museum and residence circuits; November to March typically has less daylight and colder weather.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

How many days to stay

Four days for the two towns, Kuks and Kladruby. Add specific days for hikes in Adršpach or the Krkonoše mountains.

Which city to stay in

In Hradec Králové, choose between proximity to the old core and easy access to the station. In Litomyšl, the area around Smetana Square brings walks and the route to the Portmoneum closer.

Respect the place

Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.

Get your questions answered

Frequently asked questions about Eastern Bohemia

Which base should I use to start exploring Eastern Bohemia?

Hradec Králové combines urban services and regional connections for initial outings.

Does Litomyšl require an overnight stay?

One day is enough for the square and the Portmoneum; an overnight stay makes it easier to spread museum visits without relying on a tight return connection.

How to visit the Kladruby stud farm?

Choose the circuit and confirm the meeting point before travel, adding regional transport time to the visit.

Can Adršpach be a quick stop?

The rocks require a walk and a planned entry. Reserve a full day and check conditions on the official website.

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