🏰 A magnificent neo-Gothic castle, often called the most beautiful in the Czech Republic, and inspired by Windsor Castle. This stunning fairytale-like romantic castle is one of the most significant in the Czech Republic, known for its unique architecture, rich interiors, extensive English park, and preserved original furnishings, offering year-round tours.
👑 Explore lavishly decorated rooms and halls, including various tour routes like Representation Rooms, Private Apartments, Kitchen, Suite Rooms, and the Chateau Tower. 🌳 Wander through expansive English-style gardens, extensive grounds, and a beautiful park. 🖼️ Admire impressive art collections and historical artifacts. 📸 Perfect for stunning photos with its fairytale appearance. 🚶♀️ Enjoy year-round tours, including a heated Winter Tour Route (Nov-Dec). 👨👩👧👦 Discover family-friendly events like "Tours with the Princess" and "Castle Sweets". 🎉 Attend special events such as "Schwarzenberg Hunting Season" and "Castellan's Tours".
🚶♀️ Extensive walking is required, especially for full tours and garden exploration. 👨👩👧👦 Can get very crowded during peak tourist season. 🚫 Some areas may not be accessible for strollers or wheelchairs due to stairs. ⚠️ Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. 🚫 No baby carriages or backpacks are allowed inside the interiors. 🐾 Pets are not allowed inside the chateau interiors, only on leash in gardens/park. 📸 Photography and filming are prohibited inside the castle. 🗣️ Visitors must stay with their guide and not disturb interpretation.
💰 Various admission fees apply depending on the tour route. 💳 Payment accepted by credit cards and cash. 🆓 Free admission for children under 5, ZTP/P guide, and pedagogical supervision (1/10-15 children).
🗓️ Winter Tour (basic circuit) available from November 4th to December 21st. ⏰ Winter Tour operates Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00-12:00 and 12:30-16:00. ℹ️ Check the official website for specific starting times of other individual tours.
🅿️ Main car park near Penny Market (900m, steep hill) and other municipal parking options. 💸 Large paid parking available near Ohrada Zoo. ♿ Three disabled parking spots are located approximately 300m from the chateau.
♿ Wheelchair access available for 4 guided tours, the park, gardens, courtyards, and a wheelchair toilet. 📞 Inform staff in advance if you require wheelchair access. 🚶♀️ Tours I, II, III, and VI have varying levels of accessibility.
🐕 Dogs on leash are permitted in the castle gardens and park. 🚫 Pets are strictly forbidden inside the chateau interiors.
🚴♀️ Bicycles must be guided, not ridden, in the gardens and park. 🔒 Bicycle stands are available near the Aleš South Bohemian Gallery; remember to lock your bike.
👶 Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). 🚫 Baby carriages and carrying backpacks are not allowed in the interiors. 🤫 Children's behavior is the responsibility of accompanying adults; disturbing noise is prohibited. 🚼 A baby changing station is available in the first courtyard near the toilets.
☕ Vending machines are located in the first courtyard. 🍽️ A chateau restaurant is available in the atrium.