📜 A majestic 14th-century Czech noble castle, known as the stone guardian of the Sázava region.
🔍 Explore monumental medieval architecture, panoramic views from Samson Tower, and mysterious legends.
🏰 Discover well-preserved Gothic and Renaissance architecture
👀 Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the Samson tower
👨👩👧👦 Perfect for families with free-roaming tours and engaging exhibits
📜 Uncover fascinating legends like the walled-in Kateřina and the black man
🖼️ See a unique collection of medieval stove tiles and archaeological exhibits
✍️ Explore a site associated with the renowned writer Jaroslav Hašek
🛡️ Walk through the armoury, castle chapel, and massive cellars with a deep castle well
🐾 No entry with dogs allowed
⚠️ Limited opening in October and November (check specific dates)
⏳ Typical visit duration: 1 hour for the basic tour
☀️ Summer (July & August): Tours run continuously from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
🌸 Spring/Autumn (April, May, June, September, October): Tours start hourly from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm (until 4:00 pm on weekends/holidays in May & June).
❄️ Winter (November - March): Generally closed, with very limited openings in early November.
💰 Standard admission: 160 CZK (Adults 25-64 years)
💸 Discounted admission: 130 CZK (Seniors 65+, Youth 18-24, ZTP/P card holders)
👧 Children (6-17 years): 50 CZK; Children under 5: Free
🎟️ Purchase eTickets online up to 48 hours before your visit to save time
👥 Group reservations are required
🚶♀️ Self-guided tours with printed guides, introductory explanations, and info boards
Explore the Thurn Palace (first floor accessible), vast cellars, armory, and deep castle well
Basic tour duration: 60 minutes, maximum 50 persons per group
Free parking available directly under the castle or on the square (approx. 200m away)
🏛️ Operated by the National Heritage Institute (Státní hrad Lipnice)