Could Český Krumlov be the second most visited city in the Czech Republic, after Prague? It wouldn’t be surprising, because this fairytale town in southern Bohemia is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the country. Every corner seems like a perfect photo opportunity, with its
Maartje's enthusiasm and curiosity knows no bounds. She loves museums, nature, food, walking, architecture, history, animals. Writing and photography is a big passion and she has been writing about cooking, minimalism, food, hotspots and travel for many years. Above all, she has a special place in her heart for castles, royal jewels and ancient Egypt. Maartje gave up her job as a lawyer to bring more balance to her life: less work and more life. Besides to The Orange Backpack, she works as a legal entrepreneur.
Šumava National Park is one of the greenest and most beautiful places in the Czech Republic. Located along the German border, this stunning natural reserve remains a hidden gem for many travelers, often overlooked in favor of more well-known destinations. The park’s unique position on the border
One of the most beautiful towns in the Netherlands is the white village of Thorn. This charming village in the southernmost province of Limburg has a historic centre filled with cobblestoned streets and whitewashed houses, creating a charming sight and officially protected cityscape. Strolling around the village
The German town of Kassel has many special sights, but the absolute highlight of a city trip is the colourful street art of Kassel. The Schillerviertel and Kassel Nordstadt – just north of the city centre and the train station – are an amazing open-air street art
The German town of Kassel is probably not the first place you will think of for a nice city trip. But if you stumbled upon this blog, chances are that Kassel is already on your radar. And rightly so, because this city has all the ingredients for
If the Czech Republic isn’t already on your bucket list, now is the perfect time to change that. This hidden gem in Central Europe is home to an array of incredible destinations. We spent five weeks on an unforgettable road trip with our baby, visiting some of
One of the most picturesque spots in Český Krumlov is the castle’s Cloak Bridge. The Cloak Bridge – or Plášťový most into Czech – connects the fourth and fifth courtyards and is thus located in the western part of the Krumlov castle. It is constructed with three
The main attraction in Český Krumlov is its magnificent castle, which towers over the city and is instantly recognizable by its distinctive tower. This sprawling castle complex has been built and expanded over the centuries, now consisting of several buildings spread across five grand courtyards. It’s a
There are only a few cities that look exactly like the photos you see online when researching your destination and Český Krumlov is definitely one of them. That beautiful panorama view over the city is not just a beautiful drone image, but something you can actually enjoy
The baroque theatre is one of Český Krumlov’s hidden gems. It is the oldest baroque theatre in the world that has survived and remained unchanged over time. While most of the theatres of that time have burned down because of the use of fire in theatrical plays