Explore North Bohemia

Discover the unique attractions in North Bohemia. Here are some highlights for your visit.

Museum of Glass and Jewellery in Jablonec nad Nisou

Part of the Crystal Valley, where Czech crystal originated, this museum showcases exclusive jewelry spanning thousands of years, from the Iron Age to Art Nouveau. Highlights include a collection of 2,000 unique buttons, an aquarium with glowing bead fish, and a set made in 1913 for Franz Ferdinand d’Este. The museum also boasts the world’s largest public collection of Christmas decorations. For children, there are many interactive elements, and the nearby Toy Museum is just a minute away.

iQLANDIA Liberec

The largest science and entertainment center in Czechia, featuring nearly 500 interactive exhibits and a state-of-the-art planetarium. Test your senses, experience a fire tornado, earthquake, or lightning dance. Explore Mars with the Mars Rover and enjoy astronaut training or interactive sand.

North Bohemian Museum in Liberec

Stay in Liberec to visit this museum, which houses the oldest tapestry in Czechia, along with impressive collections of lace, glass, and porcelain. Nature lovers will enjoy the “Touches of the North” exhibit, showcasing the Jizera Mountains, Ještěd, and the Bohemian Paradise through dioramas. The museum also features the playful sounds of old orchestrions and barrel organs, and the latest attraction is a 24-meter glass ladder.

Technical Museum Liberec

Discover more fascinating exhibits at the Technical Museum, including the first tram in Liberec, a historic Praga bus from 1947, and a luxurious American Cadillac DeVille once used by Elvis Presley. The museum also highlights the history of LIAZ and Robur car manufacturers.

Energy Museum in Velké Hamry

Visit the oldest functional hydroelectric power plant in Czechia, featuring a Francis turbine and a biogas plant made from replica excrement. Visitors can try generating energy by pedaling a bike and view a model wind turbine.

Toy Manufacturing Museum in Albrechtice

Take an interactive tour of the DETOA factory, one of the last producers of handmade wooden toys in Europe. See how a simple block of wood transforms into a wooden train, beads, or the beloved character Krteček. In the creative workshops, you can unleash your imagination and make your own toy.

Museum of the Bohemian Paradise in Turnov

Explore unique gemstones and learn about their transformation into luxurious jewelry. The museum also features an exhibit on mountaineering, covering over a century of climbing history in the Bohemian Paradise.

From Museums to Castles

Start at Sychrov Chateau near Turnov, the former residence of the French Rohan family. The castle offers three visitor routes, night tours, falconry demonstrations, and concerts. It is open year-round. Another must-visit is Frýdlant Chateau, one of the most visited castles in Czechia. It belonged to Albrecht von Wallenstein, a commander during the Thirty Years’ War. The castle’s collections are truly treasures.

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