Photo: Karlstein Village Czech Republic

The charming village of Karlstein sits below the towering castle of Karlstein in the Czech Republic in Europe.

Amazing little shops sell unique gifts along the cobblestone streets in the village of Karlstein in the Czech Republic. As you look up, you can not miss the stunning sight of Karlstein Castle that sits atop the hillside in the Czech Republic.The shops in the village or the market stalls along the way to the castle have all sorts of intriguing items on display. Bohemian Glass art, Pilsner beer gift sets, Venetian masks, porcelain dolls and interesting mobiles are a few of the goods for sale along the streets of Karlstein.The historic castle and the golf resort are the two main tourist attractions in Karlstein but many people enjoy the uniqueness of the village. Horse and buggy rides complete with your own guide will take you around the historic village and relate to you all the myths and legends.From Prague in the Czech Republic, Karlstein is only eighteen miles southwest and you can easily tour the village in a day or two depending on what you want to do. ... continue below the picture...

... Karlstein Village shops with the Karlstein Castle in the background, Czech Republic, Europe