Dubai, UAE – November 05, 2025 – The UNESCO-listed town of Český Krumlov, located in South Bohemia in the heart of Czechia, is set to captivate visitors this winter with the launch of its Winter Illuminations Festival. Running from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, the festival promises to transform the historic town into a magical winter wonderland.
This seasonal celebration offers GCC travellers an extraordinary opportunity to immerse themselves in Czech culture through light, art, and storytelling – all within a family-friendly and culturally inclusive environment.
Festival Highlights
The Winter Illuminations Festival will feature Evening Light Trails, where the town’s historic streets, castle grounds, and riverside paths will be adorned with artistic light installations and interactive displays. Visitors can join guided evening tours that combine local folklore with modern visual art.
Adding to the charm, Cultural Performances will take place weekly in open-air settings, showcasing Czech music, dance, and theatrical storytelling curated for audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Families can look forward to dedicated activity zones, offering hands-on workshops such as lantern-making, light painting, and storytelling sessions in English and Arabic, ensuring an engaging experience for younger visitors.
Accessibility & Travel Support
Český Krumlov is easily accessible via scenic road transfers from Prague, approximately 2.5 hours away. Private transport options are available for families and groups, making the journey convenient and enjoyable.
Český Krumlov is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Český Krumlov is renowned for its medieval charm, riverside beauty, and vibrant cultural scene. The Winter Illuminations Festival is part of the town’s initiative to welcome international visitors with immersive, respectful, and memorable experiences.
https://www.ckrumlov.info/en/cesky-krumlov
About Czechia
Czechia in Central Europe is a country that’s known for over twelve hundred castles, sixteen UNESCO World Heritage Sites, natural healing waters and traditional European thermal spas, sophisticated crystal design and glassworks with a long history. Omnipresent beer culture with original lager production that has been adopted around the world. The country has mild climate and cozy atmosphere, with well-preserved architecture across the ages, gentle rolling hills, deep green forests and natural lakes creating unique landscape. There is lot more to be discovered beyond the “crown jewel” of the destination – Prague- like the famous spa triangle in Western Bohemia (Karlovy Vary being the most known), Czechia has picturesque historical towns like Český Krumlov, Telč, Olomouc. The South Moravian region is traditional wine region with vibrant city Brno as the region capital. Stunning Lednice – Valtice complex in vicinity. Embrace the magic of Czechia and explore a realm of cultural wonders and breathtaking beauty.
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