One of the things we loved most about Cesky Krumlov was how peaceful it was. We spent only three days here, but left the town feeling rejuvenated. The calm beauty of the town, absence of tourists (at least in May `99), serenity of the river and kind townspeople really helped us to kick back and relax. The town is so small that you can really get to know it well in a very short amount of time. We walked down every street, explored the dirt roads up behind the castle gardens on rented mountain bikes, and strolled through the castle at night. The cafes seemed to encourage long, leisurely meals. We spent a lot of time sitting in various cafes reading and drawing and admiring the scenery. We hated to leave - everything was so perfect. We arrived not really knowing what to expect or where to stay, and were completely awed by the town. It was a truly memorable experience.