Lukov Castle Ruins
Zřícenina hradu Lukov
Fee required
Explore Lukov Castle, one of Moravia's largest and oldest castle ruins, known for its rich history, preserved structures, and unique natural surroundings.

🏰 One of Moravia's largest and oldest castle ruins, a protected cultural monument.
🔍 Explore historic walls, towers, and exhibitions in renovated spaces.

Why Go

🌲 Set in unique nature with rock walls called Králky, Valdštejn's Oak, and Bezedník pond.
📜 Discover a rich history from the 13th century, including tales of Templar treasure.
✨ Witness extensive conservation efforts by volunteers that transformed the site.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy educational programs, especially for children and youth.
🏆 Recognized as 'Monument of the Year of the Czech Republic' in 2016.
🚶‍♀️ Explore remains of walls, towers, a preserved pillar bridge, and renovated interiors.

Hours

🏰 Upper Castle Exhibitions:
🗓️ July – August: Daily from 10:00 to 18:00
🗓️ April – June, September, October: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from 10:00 to 17:00
📞 Visits outside these hours are possible by arrangement.
🌳 Lower Castle & St. John's Tower:
🗓️ January – December: Free entry, open daily.

Cost

💰 Standard entry: 70 Kč (includes a postcard)
💸 Discounted entry (children 6-14, students, seniors): 60 Kč
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family entry (2 adults, 2+ children): 220 Kč
👥 Organized groups (with guide, by appointment): Adults 100 Kč, Children/Students/Seniors 90 Kč
🎒 Educational program (children 6-14, approx. 45 min): 90 Kč
🌲 Outdoor areas (outside opening hours): 50 Kč
👶 Organized groups (children under 10): 30 Kč (by arrangement)

Rules & Tips

🐕 Dogs are allowed on a leash and with a muzzle in the castle grounds, but not in the expositions.
🚫 Do not climb walls or structures, or litter.
🚭 Smoking is prohibited in expositions and indoor areas.
📸 Commercial photography/drone usage requires written agreement and a fee (1000 Kč/60 min).
🚽 Toilets in the lower castle area are subject to a fee.

Managed By

🤝 Operated by Spolek přátel hradu Lukova (Association of Friends of Lukov Castle) and Hnutí Brontosaurus.