Charles Bridge Audio Guide
Explore Charles Bridge with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
The Charles Bridge is a historic medieval stone arch bridge spanning the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. It connects the Old Town with Lesser Town and is renowned for its continuous alley of 30 Baroque statues of saints.
What you will hear
Old Town Bridge Tower: A Gothic Masterpiece
Focuses on the ornate eastern facade of the tower, considered one of the finest Gothic structures in Europe. Includes details of the royal statues.
The Royal Facade
High above the archway, three seated figures represent the divine authority of the Luxembourg dynasty.
The Baroque Gallery: Saint Anne
Introduces the concept of the 'Via Crucis' and the collection of 30 Baroque statues. Features the work of Matěj Václav Jäckel.
Statue of Saint Anne
This depiction of St. Anne and her family showcases the dynamic, flowing style of the High Baroque.
Engineering Marvel: Arches and Ice Guards
Examines the bridge's structural integrity, featuring the 16 stone arches and the specialized ice guards that protect the pillars from debris.
The Wooden Ice Guards
These sturdy wooden structures are the bridge's silent protectors against the river's winter fury.
The Knight Bruncvík: Guardian of the Bridge
A unique statue located on a pillar below the bridge deck level, depicting the legendary knight with his golden sword and lion.
Statue of Bruncvík, Charles Bridge
Standing alone on a pillar below the bridge, this knight is a guardian of the city’s ancient rights.
The Lesser Quarter Bridge Towers
The two connected towers at the western end. Explains the difference between the older Romanesque Judith Tower and the newer Gothic tower.
Lesser Quarter Entrance
The western end of the bridge was once a fierce battlefield during the final days of a great European war.
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