Hněvín Castle
Hrad Hněvín
Fee required
Parking available
Hněvín Castle is a neo-Gothic replica of a 12th-century stronghold above Most, offering panoramic views from its lookout tower, an observatory, and multiple ferrata routes. It functions as a cultural and recreational center, currently undergoing renovations with new attractions and expanded ferrata options.

📜 Neo-Gothic castle, a replica of a 12th-century stronghold, rebuilt in the late 19th/early 20th century.
🔍 Features a lookout tower, observatory, and various ferrata routes, plus a new viewpoint.

Why Go

🏰 Enjoy panoramic views from the 21-meter lookout tower.
🔭 Explore the Hněvín Observatory with a powerful 1912 Gustav Heyde refractor.
💪 Experience adventurous ferrata climbs with routes from A to E.
✨ Discover a new, freely accessible viewpoint offering breathtaking views.
🎭 Attend cultural events and performances.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Edward Kelley exhibition temporarily closed for renovation.
🍽️ Historical restaurant closed, reopening Autumn 2025.
🚫 Ferrata climbing prohibited during adverse weather (rain, snow, wet rocks).
♿ Castle tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Tips

🐾 Dogs allowed on a leash.
🚴‍♀️ Leave bicycles/scooters in designated stand.
📸 Photography unlimited, drones require consent.
💰 Observatory payments are cash only.

Cost

💰 Lookout tower: Adults 50 Kč. Observatory: Adults 50 Kč, family 100 Kč (cash only).

Hours

🕒 Castle grounds: Daily 9:00–18:00. Lookout tower: Seasonal hours apply.

🅿️ Parking

Free parking on-site (22 cars) or near old water treatment plant (30 cars, 2 min drive/5-10 min walk).

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair access for gardens, restaurant, snack bar, and WC. Castle tower not accessible.

🐾 Pets

Dogs allowed on a leash. Muzzle only if necessary, full owner responsibility.

🚴‍♀️ Bicycles/Scooters

Leave in designated metal stand in front of castle. Personal lock recommended.

📸 Photography

Unlimited during opening hours. Drones require operator consent.