Brumov Castle Ruins
Hrad Brumov – strážní hrad Valašského království
Fee required
Parking available
Explore the historic Brumov Castle Ruins, a 13th-century royal fortress in Brumov-Bylnice, offering exhibitions, an art gallery, and cultural events in its unique amphitheater.

📜 Historic castle ruins, once a royal fortress guarding the Vlárský pass.
🛡️ Explore exhibitions, art galleries, and enjoy cultural events in a unique amphitheater.

Why Go

🏰 Discover centuries of history, from its 13th-century origins to archaeological finds from the 70s and 80s.
🎨 Immerse yourself in art at the castle gallery, featuring diverse exhibitions in former cellar and above-ground spaces.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for families with engaging activities like the "Order of Knight Bruno and Princess Magdalenka" game (for kids up to 8 with parents, involving educational tasks at six stops) and "Castle Artistry" (where young artists can create and display their work in the children's gallery).
🎭 Experience cultural events and performances in the lower castle's amphitheater, which hosts various shows and concerts.
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy easy access and explore the site, which is also connected to hiking and cycling routes.

♿ Accessibility

Partially wheelchair accessible with assistance to the lower and upper courtyards, observation terrace, and a small part of the cellar exhibition. Wheelchair accessible toilets are not available on site, but can be found at the Municipal Museum or public parking (approx. 400m away). Entry for wheelchair users and their accompanying person is free.

🐾 Dogs

Dogs are welcome in the entire lower and upper courtyards, but are prohibited from indoor exhibitions and the castle gallery. Dogs must be kept on a short leash and wear a muzzle.

🅿️ Parking

Parking for motor vehicles is available at the "parking lot below the castle" near the main road. Direct access to the castle by local road is prohibited.

⏳ Hours

Open seasonally from April to October.
April, May, June, September, October: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 17:00.
July, August: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 - 18:00.
The castle is closed from November 3rd to March 31st.
Last entry for self-guided tours is 45 minutes before closing.
On public holidays falling on a Monday, the castle will also be open.

💰 Cost

Standard admission: 70 CZK for adults.
Discounted admission: 60 CZK for seniors (63+), 50 CZK for children 6-15 years, students up to 26 years, and ZTP card holders.
Family admission (2 adults + max 3 children over 6): 200 CZK.
Children under 6, ZTP/P card holders with escort, and wheelchair users with escort are exempt from payment.
Payments are accepted in CZK or cashless via payment terminal.

🏛️ Managed By

Operated by Hrad Brumov.