The west tour begins on the old town square and takes in
The Hercules fountain
St Moritz church and tower
The ugliest building in Olomouc
The UNESCO-listed Holy Trinity column
The Arion fountain (why all the turtles and dolphins in a landlocked country?)
Lower square and the plague column
Hrncirska Ulice and the domes of St Michael's
The city walls
Blazejske square and St Catherine's
The parkside mansions
The Russian monument (and why it is still standing)
Synagogue square
Theresian gate and the Water barracks - Fortress Olomouc
The west tour begins by the astronomical clock at 4pm. Duration - approx 2hours Price - 200Kc Difficulty - there are some stairs, but this section can be bypassed by anyone who wishes Please reserve ahead on 775 345570
All tours require a minimum of three participants, and will be presented in English, unless by prior arrangement.
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