📜 The oldest preserved bridge in Prague, a national cultural monument of the Czech Republic.
🌉 An iconic stone bridge crossing the Vltava river, famously adorned with 30 statues of saints.
🚶️ Enjoy a leisurely stroll on this pedestrian-only historical landmark.
📸 Capture stunning views of Prague Castle and the Vltava river.
🎨 Explore a unique open-air gallery featuring 30 historical statues and sculptural groups.
✨ Experience the bridge's mystical atmosphere, especially at night.
🍀 Touch the plaque of St. John of Nepomuk for good luck and a guaranteed return to Prague.
🏛️ Discover the rich history, from its foundation by Charles IV in 1357 to its role as a vital transport link.
🌉 Admire the architectural marvel built from sandstone blocks, fortified by bridge towers.
🚶♀️ Can be extremely crowded, particularly during peak tourist hours.
🚫 No vehicle access, strictly pedestrian.
🚧 The bridge has been damaged by floods multiple times throughout history.
💰 Free admission, as it is a public bridge.
⏰ Open 24/7, allowing visits at any time.
🏛️ The bridge is managed by the Association of Charles Bridge Artists.
🖼️ The sculptures are managed by the Prague City Gallery.
👑 Founded by King Charles IV in 1357, replacing the earlier Judith Bridge destroyed by a flood in 1342.
🏗️ Construction was overseen by Petr Parléř, completed in 1402.
📏 The bridge is 515.76 m long, 9.5 m wide, and rests on 16 arches.
💡 First illuminated by oil lanterns in 1723.
🚌 Historically, it hosted horse-drawn trams (1883), electric trams (1905), and buses (1908-WWII), with car traffic ending in 1965.
🗿 Adorned with 30 statues and sculptural groups, mostly installed between 1706 and 1714.
😇 The oldest preserved statue is St. John of Nepomuk (1683), with the last group, Saints Cyril and Methodius, added in 1928.
🎨 Many original statues, damaged by floods or weather, have been replaced by copies, with originals preserved in museums.
🌟 Notable sculptors include Matyáš Bernard Braun and Ferdinand Maxmilián Brokoff.
🏰 Features the Old Town Bridge Tower, built by the Parléř workshop, with statues of Charles IV, Wenceslas IV, and Czech patrons.
🛡️ The Lesser Town Bridge Towers include a smaller tower from the Judith Bridge and a larger one built in the 15th century.
🖼️ Located at Křižovnické náměstí 3, the museum offers insights into the medieval construction of the bridge.
🎟️ Entry fees apply for individual tours and combined museum and Prague Venice boat trips.
📅 Hosts various events and exhibitions throughout the year.
🚶♀️ Private guided walks, such as "Charles Bridge & Lesser Town," are available, starting from Old Town Square.
⏱️ Tours typically last 2 hours and explore historical sites and picturesque Lesser Town alleys.
💰 Tour prices vary by group size and language, with children under 6 often free.