Kuttenberg: Silver-Mining Town, Old Town, and Sedlec

• Kutná Hora is in Central Bohemia and prospered thanks to silver mining.
• The Old Town, Italian Court, and St. Barbara’s Church define a walk around the city.
• Sedlec is in a separate part of the city, about three kilometres from St. Barbara’s.
• The Cistercian monastery in Sedlec was founded in 1142.
• Allow at least 1.5 hours to visit the monuments; they are about three kilometres apart.
• A combined ticket covering St. Barbara’s and Sedlec is listed.

Silver mining laid the foundations for Kuttenberg’s medieval wealth. The city grew into an important economic and minting centre of the Kingdom of Bohemia. Its history is reflected in the historic Old Town, its distinguished burgher houses, and the Italian Court (Vlašský dvůr), which was associated with royal coin minting. The centre lies on hilly terrain, so getting between some sights takes longer than a map might suggest.

St. Barbara’s Church stands above the Vrchlice Valley and is one of the city’s defining landmarks. Its long construction history and its ties to miners make it a major attraction in its own right, alongside the squares and burgher houses. If you visit the Italian Court and other interiors, allow extra time for the admission hours in effect on the day.

Kutná Hora can be included in a Central Bohemia trip with Prague. Pardubice and Hradec Králové are independent destinations in East Bohemia; combining them depends on your route and the time available. For a visit to Kutná Hora, the Old Town and Sedlec remain the main focus.

The district of Sedlec lies outside the compact Old Town centre. Its Cistercian monastery was founded in 1142 as the first Cistercian monastery in the Bohemian lands. The former abbey church of the Assumption of Our Lady and St. John the Baptist, along with the ossuary, are among the best-known sights. According to the official ticket website, St. Barbara’s Church and Sedlec are three kilometres apart. It recommends allowing at least an hour and a half to visit the monuments.

The ticket website lists a combined offer for St. Barbara’s and Sedlec. This lets you plan visits to the two areas around the applicable admission times, rather than treating them as one short walking tour. You can start in the Old Town or in Sedlec; the opening hours on the day of your visit will determine the best order. The combined ticket offer for St. Barbara’s and Sedlec can be selected if you plan to visit both areas.

A multi-day itinerary can also include Terezín or Mělník. Plzeň and Karlovy Vary are more distant stops and are not quick additions to a day’s plans. Events in the Czech Republic can shape the timing of a trip if the dates fit your itinerary.

For a day trip from Prague, plan for the return journey as well as the time it takes to travel between the Old Town and Sedlec. When considering travel and transport in the Czech Republic, factor in the three kilometres between the two parts of the city; preparing for your trip also means planning your return journey after the visits. If you stay overnight, choose somewhere central for easy access to the Old Town, and allow for a separate journey to Sedlec. When choosing accommodation, consider its location in relation to the Old Town or Sedlec.

Pardubice and Hradec Králové offer additional city stops, while Terezín is a distinct destination for a historical visit. Mělník, Plzeň, and Karlovy Vary can be included in a multi-day trip around the Czech Republic, with separate journeys between them. Cultural dates and events may provide an additional reason to adjust the order of your itinerary.

How far apart are St. Barbara’s and Sedlec?

The monuments are three kilometres apart; the ticket website recommends allowing at least an hour and a half to visit them.

When was the monastery in Sedlec founded?

The Cistercian monastery was founded in 1142. It was the first Cistercian monastery in the Bohemian lands.

Can Sedlec be combined with St. Barbara’s Church?

Yes. A combined ticket offer is listed. The journey and visiting times together make up a separate part of the day.

Which other cities fit into the itinerary?

Prague can be a starting point or a stop before continuing elsewhere; Pardubice and Hradec Králové are independent city stops. Plzeň, Karlovy Vary, Mělník, and Terezín require additional travel time.

Who is eligible for discounted tickets, and what is the minimum age for free admission?

According to the ticket website, discounted tickets are available to students aged 15 to 26, seniors over 65, people with a ZTP disability card, and children aged 6 to 15. Children under six are admitted free.