The TOP chateaux in the Czech Republic
The most beautiful chateaux in the Czech Republic
In the Czech Republic there are a large number of beautiful castles of all possible architectural styles. Here is an overview of the most beautiful and interesting of them.
Hluboká Castle
The most beautiful Czech chateau
Hluboká nad Vltavou Castle is one of the most visited chateaus in the Czech Republic. It is located near České Budějovice. The chateau has undergone many reconstructions. He was inspired by the well-known English Windsor Castle. continue reading
Litomyšl Castle
The most beautiful Renaissance chateau
Litomyšl Castle is an architectural gem in the style of the Italian Renaissance. Due to its uniqueness it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Typical for its sgraffito decoration. continue reading
Konopiště Castle
Chateau with the largest number of hunting trophie
Konopiště is one of the most important cultural monuments in the Czech Republic. The Emperor also lived here. The tour of the castle is admirable. Primarily trophies. One can not find a chateau where there would be as many trophies as here. Significant diplomatic negotiations, military engagements, social struggles, as well as the creative activity of artists, craftsmen and laborers took place in Konopiště continue reading
Sychrov Castle
A unique example of Neo-Gothic
The Sychrov Chateau is interesting because of its neo-Gothic style and a large park with fountains and picturesque orangery. Admission fees are paid separately to the park or sightseeing tours. continue reading
Chateau Lednice
Pearl of South Moravia
The Lednice chateau is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Czech castles and as part of the Lednice-Valtice area it is rightfully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The whole building is richly neo-Gothic decorated and boasts beautiful interiors. In addition to the castle itself, it is also worth visiting large gardens, a greenhouse, Minaret and John's Castle, so there is no problem to spend here all day. I recommend to plan your visit in early autumn, when you avoid a lot of visitors continue reading
Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov
Czech Castle on UNESCO list
With its area of over 6 hectares, the State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov is the second largest castle and chateau complex in Bohemia. In 1992, it was registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List and is currently the third most visited Czech castle or castle. continue reading
Mnichovo Hradiště Castle
The most beautiful chateau of Bohemian Paradise
At the very end of Mnichovo Hradiště there is a beautiful Baroque castle, owned by the Waldstein family for many years. The castle also includes a pretty garden and a Capuchin monastery. The chateau is considered the most beautiful in the region of Bohemian Paradise continue reading
Troja Castle
Beautiful baroque building
Troja Chateau is adjacent to the famous Prague Zoo. The chateau has a large beautiful garden and served as a summer residence of the Šternberk family. The castle is also adjacent to picturesque vineyards continue reading
Nové Hrady Chateaux
Czech Versailles
This castle is located next to the Maštale Nature Reserve, which is a great weekend trip. Built in the 1870s. The new castles are nicknamed the Czech Versailles. It is an image and a miniature of the true Versailles. In the park you can find the remains of the castle and sculptures. There is a possibility to find Stalin. continue reading
Hradec nad Moravicí Castle
The most beautiful chateau of Silesia
Originally a medieval castle, which with its time turned into an Empire castle and later a Neo-Gothic castle, which has its divided into Bilý „White“ Chateau and Červený „Red“ Chateau. It is a very large complex. continue reading
Červená Lhota Castle
The most beautiful water castle in the Czech
Červená Lhota is a beautiful Renaissance chateau in South Bohemia. The chateau is popular among visitors due to its originality and its beautiful surroundings. The tour takes only about an hour continue reading
Dobříš Castle
Former seat of the Reich Protector
Dobris Castle is a beautiful, large building with a large English and French park. The final reconstruction was in Rococo style. During World War II it was the seat of the dreaded Reich Protector continue reading
Kačina Castle
The most beautiful Empire castle in the Czech
Kačina Castle is located only 13 km from Kutna Hora. It is unique among the Czech castles – it is the most important building of Empire architecture in Bohemia. The castle was built by Jan Rudolf Chotek as a summer residence in 1806–1824. There are 5 tours in the castle, during which you can visit the chateau interiors, the chateau library, the theater, or the pharmacy. You can also visit the greenhouse, the herb garden and, of course, the castle park. continue reading
Jindřichův Hradec Castle and Palace
The third largest castle complex in the Czech
Castle and Palace Jindřichův Hradec is really extensive. It is also considered the third largest in Czech republic after the Prague Castle and Český Krumlov. It is interestingly situated next to the Little Vajgar Pond. Much of this history is associated with the powerful family of the Vitkovts continue reading
Častolovice Chateaux
A jewel under the Orlické Mountains
Below the Orlické Mountains you will find a beautiful castle Častolovice. In addition to beautiful interiors, you will be attracted by the beautiful English park, white fallow deer park and the castle menagerie. continue reading
Kynžvart Chateaux
Headquarters of Chancellor Metternich
Kynžvart Castle is built in the picturesque landscape of the Slavkov Forest. It is surrounded by a wide park with a golf course. The most famous owner was Chancellor Metternich. continue reading
Berchtold Chateau
Rescued Castle
The first mention of the mansion dates back to 1388, when it was owned by Vavřinec of Vidovice. It was rebuilt in 1904. It is now privately owned. The new owners reconstructed, arranged sports facilities, revitalized the park with miniature castles and chateaux. The chateau is named after the Berchtold family, whose coat of arms was found here. continue reading
Valtice Chateau
Baroque South Moravian jewel
Valtice Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the Lednice-Valtice Complex. It is a picturesque baroque castle with lots of statues. It was the seat of the Liechtenstein family continue reading
Castle Hrubý Rohozec
he largest castle in the Bohemian Paradi
State-owned castle Hrubý Rohozec lying just off the Jizera river and town Turnov. It is the most significant castle throughout the Bohemian Paradise. There are now three tour circuits, so if you want to see everything, you'll have to pay extra fees. continue reading
Castle Hrubá Skála
Castle on the top of rocks
Because the castle Hrubá Skála is built atop a 60 meter-high sandstone cliffs, it is visible from far away indeed. Mainly from valley of Libuňka river, through which leads the main road between Jičín and Turnov. The castle is dominated by the tower (the ascent is charched). In the courtyard of the castle you get across the bridge with Baroque statues, which bridge deep rock valley. Next to the castle is the Church of St. Joseph and climbing center. Castle Hrubá Skála is the best starting point througout the entire Hruboskalsko. continue reading
Loučeň Chateaux
Great place for a trip for children and adults
Loucen Castle is located 15km from the town of Nymburk. The local history has been written since 1226, when there is a fortress. After the Thirty Years' War, the fortress was very damaged and in 1704 its owner, Arnošt of Wallenstein, decided to build a Baroque chateau with a chapel. In 1809, the Thurn-Taxis family became the owner of the chateau, who founded an English park here. In the castle you can visit the tour of the interiors. A labyrinth is created in the chateau park continue reading
Komorní Hrádek Chateaux
Chateau open only one day a year
Komorní Hrádek is 2 km from Chocerady. Komorní Hrádek had Racek Kobyla of Dvorec built in 1412. Jan of Valdštejn is not left behind and is carrying out extensive Renaissance reconstructions to today's appearance at Komorní Hrádek. The castle now belongs to the army, there is a training and education center of the Ministry of Defense. The chateau is therefore closed to the public, except for one day of the year (the first or second Saturday in September) continue reading
Orlík nad Vltavou chateau
The massive chateau above Vltava
Thanks to its massive appearance with towers, Orlík nad Vltavou chateau looks almost like a castle. It towers above the Orlík dam and is typical for its white color. Before filling the dam, it towered high on the rock continue reading
Děčín Chateaux
Chateau at the confluence of the Elbe and Ploučnic
Beautifully located on the sandstone rock stands Decin. No one is surprised that the castle originally stood here. Interesting is also the access road to the castle – carved into sandstone. continue reading
Rataje nad Sázavou Chateaux
A place that is still waiting to be discovered
The first mention of the castle dates back to the 10th century. The chateau underwent the most significant reconstruction in 1656 during the reign of William of Talmberk. In 1933, the chateau was bought by the municipality and established here as a post office, office or school. Today the castle is undergoing a gradual reconstruction in several phases. All the interior areas where the tours are underway have already been restored. Reconstruction of the exterior will hopefully soon continue reading
Hunting lodge Humprecht
Well-known landmark of Sobotka
The dominant feature of Sobotka is the beautiful, symmetrical hunting lodge Humprecht from the 17th century. It is situated on a hill of the same name (342 m asl) continue reading
