📜 Explore Rychmburk Castle, a Gothic gem from the 14th century in Eastern Bohemia.
✨ Discover diverse historical exhibitions, from medieval altars to brewing history, and enjoy family-friendly activities.
🏰 Step back in time with original Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
🖼️ See unique exhibitions: estate history, a 20th-century household, regional brewing history, medieval altars, and the "Na kolech radosti" exhibition with historical prams, toys, and audio equipment.
💀 Brave visitors can explore the cellar with authentic torture displays.
🚶♀️ Access the castle tower for panoramic views (strenuous climb).
👨👩👧👦 Enjoy a children's play area and interactive tasks with Prince Rychmburáček.
🚧 Castle access is restricted from October 2024 to spring 2025 due to bridge reconstruction.
⏳ Visit duration is relatively short (around 30 minutes for the main tour).
🚫 The castle is generally closed from November to May 1st, except for special events.
🎟️ Standard admission: 180 Kč (adults 15-65 years)
💰 Discounted admission: 140 Kč (seniors 65+, students up to 26 years)
👨👩👧👦 Family ticket (2 adults + 2/3 children/students): 380 Kč
💳 Payment is possible by card and mobile phone.
🗓️ The 2025 visitor season runs from June 1st to September 28th, daily except Mondays.
🍂 In October 2025, the castle is open on weekends.
🚫 Closed from November to May 1st, except for special events.
🎄 Special events in December 2025 include Advent weekend and guided Christmas tours (Dec 27, 29, 31).
🚗 By Car: Follow road 358 to Předhradí. GPS: 49.8359047N, 16.0429761E.
🚲 By Bike: The area offers numerous well-marked cycling routes.
🚶♀️ On Foot: Follow the red-marked trail along the Krounka river (challenging in parts).
🚂 By Train: Nearest stop is Předhradí (2.2 km walk/bike to the castle) on the Žďárec u Skutče – Polička – Svitavy line.
Free parking is available near the church (approx. 600m walk to the castle).
Bicycle parking is available before the castle bridge.
🏛️ Regionální muzeum v Chrudimi (Regional Museum in Chrudim)
👻 Halloween at the Castle: Friday, October 31, 2025, 17:00–20:00, for children 3-12 years (80 Kč).
🎁 Christmas at Rychmburk Castle: Guided tours on Dec 27, 29, 31, 2025.
🎉 Many cultural events, fairy tales, concerts, summer cinema, and castle festivals are held during the season.