Iron Curtain Museum
Muzeum železné opony Valtice
Parking available
Museum in Valtice, Czech Republic, dedicated to the history of state border guarding and the Iron Curtain from 1951 to 1989.

📜 First truly open museum dedicated to state border guarding.
🔍 Focuses on the Iron Curtain era (1951-1989) in Valtice, Czech Republic, with authentic exhibits.

Why Go

🛡️ Explore history of state border protection
⛓️ See reconstruction of the Iron Curtain
🚧 Experience a real prison cell
📸 View uniforms, weapons, equipment, photos, and documents
🚴 Located on several cycling routes

Tips

📞 Groups of 10+ can arrange visits outside regular hours.
🌙 Night tours available for groups.

Cost

💰 Not consistently provided.

Hours

🕒 Seasonal hours: April (Sat-Sun), May-June (Fri-Sun), July-Sept (Mon-Sun), 10:00-17:00.

🅿️ Parking

Free parking for cars and buses directly at the museum.