Seven sites in the Czech Republic, where you will experience an unforgettable engagement

Requesting a lady’s hand in an ancient castle or in a church with magical power? The Czech Republic offers countless fascinating places where to experience a magical betrothal or a fairytale wedding. Choose one of these seven tips and experience your romantic story in the Czech Republic.

1. Live out your fairy tale in a Central Bohemian castle.

Just a short distance from renowned Prague in Central Bohemia, your marriage proposal can acquire the hallmark of a romantic fairy tale. Whether you choose the luxurious Chateau Mcely or the picturesque Chateau Jemniště, you always wake up in royal apartments with first-class services. You can spend your days strolling in the park, indulge in gourmet experiences in the chateau restaurants or enjoy a relaxing massage. In addition to all this, at chateau Loučeň, lying fifty kilometers from Prague, you can get lost with your beloved in the labyrinths, which are hidden in the castle park.

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2. Consummate your love in the legendary Prague

Surprise your chosen one with a romantic weekend in the Czech capital. Start your day with a picnic on Petřín hill, in the center of the city, which is adorned with a smaller copy of the Eiffel Tower. From Petřín Tower, you have a view of Prague with its innumerable towers, red roofs and legendary bridges. After lunch, relax on a boat trip and do not miss taking a cruise around Kampa Island. This is where you come across the bridge at Velkopřevorský Mill, which has become a symbol of couples in love. Enclose your love forever using a small lock and throw the keys into the water. Another magical place you will find near Kampa, on the Baroque decorated Charles Bridge. You can ask for good fortune at the statue of Saint John of Nepomuk and Saint Anne, the patron saint of families and children.

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3. Region of wine and traditions created just for romantics

Incredible treasure for lovers is hidden away in the southeast of the Czech Republic. This region covered with vineyards and UNESCO monuments will inspire you with its authentic traditions and delicious tasting local wines. South Moravia will turn your betrothal into an extraordinary experience. Just get on a bike and the trails will lead you through the breathtaking Lednice-Valtice area where the castles are interspersed with parks and ponds. If you still have some strength left, take a trip around the wine region of Pálava to Svatý kopeček (Holy Hill) in Mikulov. The location with spectacular views of the surrounding area is ideal for popping the question "Will you marry me?" You can then celebrate the decision in a local wine cellar with a glass of good wine.

4. Enjoy romantic time together in the spa

Unforgettable moments that will forever remind you of your engagement can be experienced in Czech spas. From the west to the east the Czech Republic abounds in places rich in natural resources, whose healing effects will ensure your perfect relaxation. Pamper yourself to a shared massage or bath, take a walk along the spa colonnade and enjoy gourmet delicacies by candlelight in the evening. In addition to the world famous Karlovy Vary, you can recharge in the Jeseník spa, surrounded by beautiful forests or in Luhačovice with unique Art Nouveau architecture.

5. Everyone succumbs to the magic of Český Krumlov and South Bohemia castles

Go back in time and return to the period of aristocratic gentility in the south of the Czech Republic. The romantic Český Krumlov will provide your betrothal with a magical atmosphere, whether you are wandering along the winding streets, or watching an opera in the unique revolving theater. The South Bohemian castles Hluboká nad Vltavou or Červená Lhota will enchant you again with their breathtaking architecture and environment that will directly encourage you to take this great step in your life. After all, who could resist a proposal made in a small boat, sailing on a lake around a red castle?

6. Betrothal with a hint of mysticism - only in a church, listed in UNESCO

On a grassy knoll called Zelená hora (Green Mountain), the magical power of the Pilgrimage Church of Saint John of Nepomuk will overwhelm you. The unique structure, incorporated in UNESCO since 1994, evokes indescribable emotion with its composition and play with light. The church in the shape of a five-pointed star is considered the most original achievement of the famous architect Jan Blažej Santini, who used mystical aspects in his work. Take a journey with your chosen one to the pilgrimage church and admire the distinctive architecture.

7. Romance in the middle of rocks and waterfalls

Sunset over canyons or boat trips on the azure lakes in the Czech rock towns induce the perfect atmosphere for your engagement. This wilderness, in which the world seems to have been turned into stone, with trickling waterfalls and breathtaking views is the perfect combination for a day full of romance. Whether you choose České Švýcarsko (Bohemian Switzerland), or the Adršpašsko-teplické skály (Adršpach-Teplice Rocks), the power of the local nature will impress you at once. Calmly wait until the evening for your proposal, when the first stars appear in the sky and the fire burns slowly.

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