Chrudim: Hotels and accommodations

Chrudim visibly preserves several historical periods in its historic center: The urban conservation area was designated in 1990 and encompasses the medieval layout, listed buildings, and old fortifications.

Culture

The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is one of Chrudim’s defining landmarks. Its origins lie in the Gothic period, while Romanesque foundations and a Neo-Gothic redesign from the mid-19th century reveal further historical layers. On Resselovo náměstí, lined with old burgher houses, stands the richly sculpted Baroque Marian Column of the Transfiguration of the Lord.

The Široké schody lead along the former access route to the Upper Gate toward Kateřinské předměstí. This gate consisted of a system of four independent gates. Another Renaissance building is the Mydlář House, with an arcaded loggia, rich sculptural decoration, and an unusual tower reminiscent of a minaret.

Museums and exhibitions

Chrudim’s Puppet Museum is associated with the international Loutkářská Chrudim amateur puppet theatre festival, which has been linked to the city since 1951. The museum is housed in the Mydlářovský House, considered one of the most important Renaissance monuments in East Bohemia, and has around 50,000 exhibits.

The permanent exhibition Magický svět loutek presents puppets used by travelling puppeteers, variety puppets, and family puppet theatres. In the exhibition and its playroom, visitors can try operating certain types of puppets themselves. The Labyrinth of Chrudim Legends is a children’s trail with tasks in the former crypt of the Museum of Baroque Sculptures.

The Regional Museum of Chrudim is housed in a Neo-Renaissance building erected in the city center in 1897–1898. The folk furniture exhibition presents the furnishings of a dining room based on a design by architect Jan Koula from 1900, as well as regionally typical painted furniture from the late 19th century.

Experiences and orientation

Letní barokní scéna is an event held regularly in Chrudim in mid-August, featuring concerts of Baroque music, a garden party, artistic performances, and special guided tours with commentary. The Euforie ornamentu exhibition presents posters by Alfons Mucha in a new visual design created for a calm, individual visit.

The Chrudim Tourist Information Centre provides information about the city’s history and offers, among other things, guided city tours. It also provides information about train, bus, and local public transport departures.

Cyklopark Podhůra includes the 1.7-kilometre-long Singltrek through woodland, designed as a one-way loop course for moderately advanced riders.

Surroundings

Bučina Mountain is located in the vicinity of Chrudim. The hill of Turyň [Kočí] is also nearby. Hůra Hill [Slatiňany] is located in the immediate vicinity of Chrudim. Krkanka Mountain and the Church of Svatý Jiří are located in the wider surrounding region.

Other places: Míčov-Sušice, Bestvina, Heřmanův Městec, Vejvanovice, Smrček, Luže-Domanice, Skalice, Dvakačovice.

To the broader travel overview: Chrudim District.