Sightseeing trip in the Sázava valley
Castles, chateaux and monasteries in a picturesque landscape
On a short section of the Sázava River you will find four interesting monuments – the majestic Český Šternberk Castle, the historic Sázava Monastery and the castles of Komorní Hrádek and Rataje nad Sázavou. Everything can be seen during a day trip or at a slow pace over the weekend
Stop No.1
Chamber castle
If you go on this trip from west to east, Komorní hrádek with the castle garden and the nearby ruins of Čejchánuv hrádek awaits you first.
A tour of the Komorní hrádek castle
An option that only occurs one day a year
The chamber castle was built by Rack Kobyla from Dvorec in 1412 as a replacement for the conquered Čejchanov castle. In 1525 it was listed as desolate and in this condition it was bought by Jaroslav of Šelmberk. Jaroslav was the highest chamberlain – hence the name Chamber Chamber. In 1554, Jan of Valdštejn acquired the castle. which rebuilt it into a Renaissance chateau. After that, the castle was rebuilt many times in its current form. Now there is a training and education center of the Ministry of Defense. continue reading
Stop No.2
Sázava Monastery and walk
From Komorní hrádek, continue along the Sázava to the monastery of the same name. After a tour, take a short walk, the surroundings are picturesque
A tour of the Sázava Monastery
The third oldest male monastery in Bohemia
The Sázava Monastery was founded in the 11th century. Prince Oldřich and the hermit Prokop were the main contributors to his birth. At that time, the monastery was the center of the Old Slavonic liturgy. In 1096, the local monks were expelled, the monastery was taken over by the Benedictines from Břevnov, and since then only the Latin liturgy has been cultivated here. The monastery was abolished in 1785 and its buildings (except the church) were rebuilt into a castle. continue reading
Walk around Sazava monastery
Center of slavic education
The ancient Slavic monastery associated with St. Procopius rises directly above the river of Sazava. The adjacent park is perfect for a picnic. It can also serve as a good starting point for hikes to all directions or at least for a short walk to the scenic lagoons Havranka full of fish and a small beach suitable for swimming during hot summer days. continue reading
Stop No.3
Rataje nad Sazavou
The local castle is under reconstruction, but it is still worth a short visit. In addition, Pirkštejn Castle is right next door
A tour of the Rataj nad Sázavou chateau
The castle is still neglected by tourists
The first mention of Ratají nad Sázavou is from 1156, when there was a log-brick castle. The owners changed here very often. In 1420, Rataj was acquired by Hynek Ptáček from Lipá and Pirkštejn, who was the guardian of little Jiří of Poděbrady. In 1531, Rataj was owned by Ladislav of Malešice and began construction of a Renaissance chateau. In 1656 another reconstruction took place into its current form. Since 1933, the chateau has been bought by the municipality and a school has been established there. Now the castle is under reconstruction, but open to the public. continue reading
Stop No.4
Český Šternberk
A visit to the monumental Český Šternberk castle is the highlight of this trip. The view from the river is especially worth it. It is rightly one of the most important castles in the Czech Republic
Český Šternberk Castle
The most beautiful castle in Posázaví
Directly above the Sázava River, the mighty Gothic castle of Český Šternberk is located. Thanks to several later rebuilds, it now looks more like a palace. continue reading
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