CityTrip Böhmisches Bäderdreieck

Karlsbad, Marienbad, Franzensbad: For centuries, spa guests from all over Europe have been drawn to the Bohemian Spa Triangle near the German border. Here, visitors can find elegant spa hotels, magnificent colonnades, and natural springs with healing properties. Those who wish can walk in Goethe's footsteps, but modern culture and nightlife, as well as culinary delights, are also well represented. Moreover, there is much more to discover in the region: Eger with its half-timbered houses, castles and palaces like Elbogen, Seeberg, or Königswart, the Glatzer Moor, and the foothills of the Bohemian Forest make the Spa Triangle an attractive holiday destination.

This current city guide is the ideal companion for independently exploring all aspects of the Czech spa region:

• Detailed presentations and evaluations of the most important sights and museums in the cities, as well as lesser-known attractions and neighborhoods
• Fascinating architecture: colonnades, neoclassical castles, and half-timbered towns
• Three varied city walks through the most significant locations
• Practical information for spa stays
• Excursions to Elbogen, Königswart Castle, Eger, the Glatzer Moor, and Seeberg Castle
• Shopping tips from traditional markets to quaint shops for minerals, cosmetics, and beak mugs
• The best local eateries in the cities and various interesting facts about Bohemian cuisine
• Tips for evening and nightlife activities: from Czech beer pubs to spa concerts
• Following in Goethe's footsteps through the Spa Triangle
• The Spa Triangle for relaxation: the Soos moorland, Kammerbühl, Hirschsprung
• Selected accommodations from budget-friendly to unique
• All practical information on travel, prices, public transport, tours, events, and emergency assistance
• In-depth background articles: history, mentality of the residents, life in the cities
• A small Czech language guide with essential vocabulary for everyday travel
• A fold-out map for easy reference
• Additionally: a free web app for smartphones, tablets, and PCs with a city map.