- During the 14th century, the city rivaled Prague in importance and wealth due to the massive output of its local silver mines.
- The city was the site of the 'Kutná Hora Decree' in 1409, which changed the voting power at Charles University, leading to the departure of German faculty and students.
- The town's name translates to 'Monk's Mountain,' originating from a legend of a monk who discovered silver here after falling asleep on a hillside.
- The local 'Prague Groschen' minted here became the most stable currency in Central Europe for over two centuries.
About Kutná Hora
Kutná Hora is a UNESCO World Heritage site that flourished as a medieval silver-mining center, evidenced by the opulent St Barbara's Church and the royal administrative functions of the Italian Court. The city’s history is inextricably linked to wealth from its once-prolific silver mines, which powered the Bohemian Kingdom during the 14th century. Visitors can descend into the history of this industry at the Czech Museum of Silver or observe the morbid artistry of the Sedlec Ossuary. The urban layout retains a dense collection of Gothic and Baroque architecture, reflecting the prestige of its former economic status.
Highlights of Kutná Hora
The places our editors single out — and why they're worth your time.
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Admire the intricate flying buttresses and the unique tent-like roof of this cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of miners.
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View the macabre interior decor, featuring skeletons of approximately 40,000 individuals arranged in elaborate artistic patterns.
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Tour the former royal residence and mint where the historic Prague Groschen silver coins were once produced.
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Visit this architectural masterpiece, which is part of the same UNESCO-listed complex as the nearby ossuary.
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Explore the medieval mining history through reconstructed shafts and displays on traditional silver-processing techniques.
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Inspect this ornate 15th-century stone structure that formerly served as a water reservoir for the town.
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Walk past this elaborate Baroque monument erected to commemorate the end of a devastating plague outbreak.
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Admire the tall, slender spire of this Gothic church that remains a prominent landmark on the town's skyline.
Top things to do in Kutná Hora
The 61 highest-rated places in Kutná Hora, ranked by travellers.
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St Barbara's Church is a late Gothic five-naved cathedral located in the UNESCO-listed town of Kutná Hora. Commissioned...
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The Sedlec Ossuary is a small Roman Catholic chapel located beneath the Cemetery Church of All Saints in Kutná Hora. It...
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The Italian Court (Vlašský dvůr) in Kutná Hora served as the central mint of the Kingdom of Bohemia starting in the late...
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The Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady and St. John the Baptist is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Sedl...
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The Czech Museum of Silver is located in the Hrádek, a 15th-century fortified palace that served as a silver mining resi...
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The Gothic Stone Fountain in Kutná Hora is a 15th-century hydraulic structure once used to provide drinking water to the...
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Havířská Bouda is a 30-meter high observation tower located on Kaňk hill, northeast of the historic center of Kutná Hora...
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Breuer Gardens is a landscaped green space situated along the Vrchlice River in the historic mining town of Kutná Hora....
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The Plague Column in Kutná Hora is a highly decorative Baroque Marian column constructed between 1713 and 1715. It was e...
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MuzeumLega in Kutná Hora is part of the largest private museum chain dedicated to LEGO bricks in the Czech Republic. The...
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Plan your visit to Kutná Hora
Late spring (May-June) or early autumn (September) to enjoy the walking routes and historic sites in mild, temperate weather.
1-2 days to explore the main historic center and the adjacent Sedlec district.
The historic center is highly compact and best explored on foot, while a local train or short bus ride connects the main town to the Sedlec area.
Stay in the historic center to be within walking distance of primary landmarks like the Italian Court and various churches.
Mid-range; generally more affordable than Prague, though popular tourist sites have standard entry fees.
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