Karlštejn Castle
Hrad Karlštejn
Fee required
Parking available
A Gothic castle founded in 1348 by Charles IV to safeguard royal treasures, coronation jewels, and holy relics. Recently reconstructed, it offers diverse tours and a modern visitor center.

📜 Gothic masterpiece founded in 1348 by Charles IV to safeguard royal treasures.
👑 Recently reconstructed, offering diverse tours and a modern visitor center.

Why Go

🏰 Explore grand halls, chapels, and the Great Tower
🖼️ Marvel at 129 panel paintings by Master Theodoric
👑 See a replica of the St. Wenceslas Crown
✨ Discover unique castle well and largest portrait gallery of Czech rulers
📚 Visit the modern visitor center with exhibitions on castle history and wine growing

Why Avoid

⚠️ Many high stairs; limited wheelchair accessibility in interiors
🚫 Dogs allowed only in courtyards, not inside tours
👟 Cyclists with SPD shoes need spare footwear for tours

Tips

📞 Prior arrangement requested for smooth wheelchair visits
💻 Online booking recommended for exclusive tours
🔑 Accessible toilet key from cashier/staff

Cost

💰 Adults from 300 Kč, exclusive tours up to 3500 Kč, discounts available.

Hours

🕒 Daily, hours vary by season and tour circuit; closed December 22-25.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Central parking 2 km (30-minute walk) from castle
♿ Designated disabled parking ~300m from main gate (ID required)
🚫 Parking directly at first gate or courtyard prohibited

♿ Accessibility

♿ Main courtyard accessible without assistance
⚠️ Interiors require assistance due to many stairs (Tour I: 192, Tour II: 459)
🚫 No elevator available
🚻 Accessible toilet in Purkrabství building (key from staff)

🐾 Animals

🐾 Dogs allowed on grounds/courtyard (leash, muzzle)
🚫 Pets not allowed on tour routes

🚴‍♀️ Cycling

🚴‍♀️ Bicycle stands available near second gate/Main Courtyard
👟 Cyclists with SPD shoes need alternative footwear for tours

☕ Refreshments

☕ Visitor center in Purkrabství offers drinks, sweets, ice cream
🍽️ Local restaurants available in village below castle