Trips to castles and chateaux in the Czech Republic
The best trips to castles and chateaux
The Czech Republic abounds in many beautiful chateaux, castles and ruins. This selection of trips will advise you on where to go on a trip to the castles and chateaux
Tour of Hukvaldy Castle
A trip to the huge Beskydy castle
In the Palkovická hůrka mountains, which form the very picturesque Podbeskydí, you will also find the huge Hukvaldy castle. The castle once protected the busy trade route from Krakow to Olomouc. The ruins rise above a large field with fallow deer and mouflon, so the ascent to it is also interesting for families with children. continue reading
A tour of the Manětín chateau
Castle of the Lažanský family
Manětín Chateau is located in the town of Manětín in the northern part of the Plzeň-sever district and is connected with the Lažanský family. continue reading
A tour of the Kačina chateau
Empire gem
Kačina Castle is unique among Czech castles. It is the most important building of Empire architecture in Bohemia. The chateau was built by Jan Rudolf Chotek as a summer residence in the years 1806–1824. Jan R. Chotek owned the side estate of Nové Dvory, but the local Baroque chateau no longer suited him, so he had a more modern Kačina chateau built on the only ridge in the area (called „Na Kačinách“). Now you can visit 5 sightseeing tours, a large park or greenhouses in the castle. continue reading
A tour of Kynžvart Castle
Kynžvart journey II.
Former summer residence of the Austrian Chancellor Klemens von Metternich. continue reading
Tour of the Loučeň chateau
Informative and fun tour
The local history dates back to 1226. Among the most famous owners of the estate are, for example. Albrecht of Wallenstein, who had a baroque chateau built here. In 1809, the castle became the property of the Thurn-Taxis family, who established an English park here. After the confiscation in 1945, quarters for the army were set up here. Since 2000, it has been owned by Loučeň as, which operates a hotel and tours of the chateau here. continue reading
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
A tour of Starý Jičín Castle
Guardian of the Moravian Gate
Above the quiet village of Starý Jičín lies the extensive ruins of the castle of the same name. From the center of the village it is about a kilometer and 100 meters above sea level, so it is a relatively easy and short walk. The castle boasts a restored tower. outside it, entry to the site is free. From the castle there are beautiful views in practically all directions. continue reading
Tour of Castle Trosky
Castle of two towers
If you come to the Bohemian Paradise, visit of the castle Trosky is nearly obligations. Besides, it's such a symbol throughout the protected area, it is also a beautiful view far and wide. Custom tour is relatively short, there are to explore in fact only two observation towers. continue reading
Tour of Boskovice Castle
The largest castle near the Moravian Karst
The most important monument of Boskovice is the massive ruins of a castle towering on a hill above the town. From a distance, you will be captivated by the massive walls, which indicate how massive this castle must have been. The biggest attraction of the castle is a deep well with an original medieval pedal mechanism. continue reading
Tour of Kokořín Castle
The heart of the Kokorin region
The most visited place in the whole Kokořín region is undoubtedly the Kokořín castle, built on a sandstone rock. Without a guide, you can climb the lookout tower and walk through the castle palace. From the castle tower it is beautiful to see how heavily forested Kokořínsko is continue reading
A tour of Bezděz Castle
Tour of the royal castle
Bezděz Castle located on a high hill Velký Bezděz (604 m above sea level) is one of the most visited places in the Kokořín-Mácha region. One of the attractions of visiting this castle is the impressive view from the Great Tower, where you have a wonderful view of tens of kilometers in all directions with good visibility. continue reading
Tour of Berchtold Castle
A pleasant trip for the whole family
The first mention of the local manor house dates back to 1388, when it was owned by Vavřinec of Vidovice. It underwent significant reconstruction in 1904. It is now privately owned. The new owners carried out a reconstruction, rebuilt the chateau into a hotel, arranged sports facilities there and enlivened the park with miniatures of castles and chateaux. The castle has its name from the family that lived here (the Berchtolds) and whose coat of arms was found here during repairs. continue reading
A tour of Zvíkov Castle
Castle above the confluence of the Vltava and Otava rivers
Zvíkov Castle can be found in a very tactical place, on a rocky promontory above the confluence of the Vltava and Otava rivers. It is now part of the Orlická dam. The castle has an interesting history, it was founded by the famous King Přemysl Otakar I. Now it is a very popular monument with a typical tower in a really beautiful place continue reading
A tour of Frýdštejn
Rock castle above Malá Skála
One of the biggest attractions of Maloskalsko is the rock castle Frýdštejn. On the sandstone massif, with many rock centuries, a huge castle tower has been preserved to this day, from the top of which there is a beautiful view not only of the Jizera canyon deep below you. continue reading
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
Tour of Wallenstein Castle
The most famous rock castle of Hruboskalsko
If you are located at the western end of Hruboskalsko, you can also visit the rock castle Valdštejn. Some people just need to get around it (and not pay the entrance fee, see a separate article), but even their own tour is quite interesting continue reading
