About
Souvent appelée un « petit Prague », cette charmante ville morave possède le deuxième plus grand centre historique du pays et une Colonne de la Sainte-Trinité inscrite à l'UNESCO. Ses magnifiques fontaines baroques, sa cathédrale impressionnante et son atmosphère étudiante animée créent une expérience tchèque authentique sans la foule. Le célèbre fromage malodorant de la ville, Olomoucké tvarůžky, ajoute une dimension culinaire unique à toute visite.
Olomouc is a city in Moravia, in the east of the Czech Republic. Visitors often describe it as a quieter counterpart to Prague, and its historic centre is the second largest in the country, a compact area of squares, churches and baroque buildings that is easy to explore on foot.
What to see
- The Holy Trinity Column, a baroque monument on the main square and one of the city's best-known sights. It is listed by UNESCO.
- The baroque fountains, which decorate the square and add to its elegant atmosphere.
- The cathedral, an imposing church that anchors the historic quarter.
What kind of visit it makes
Olomouc suits an unhurried stay. Much of the pleasure lies in walking between the squares, stopping at cafés, and watching the city's lively student life, which gives the centre a youthful energy alongside its old architecture. Compared with busier Czech destinations, it can feel more local and less crowded.
For a taste of regional food, try Olomoucké tvarůžky, a strongly flavoured local cheese. Its pungent smell is famous, so it is worth ordering with an open mind.
