14Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

A medieval maze of pastel houses and cobbled alleys wrapped around the Vltava River, Český Krumlov feels like a living fairytale.

Its baroque theater, hilltop castle, and charming riverside cafés deliver the magic of old Europe without the overwhelming crowds of Prague. Sunset here is especially enchanting as the rooftops glow gold.

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