📜 Revitalized 13th-century fortress, once a stronghold, now a vibrant cultural hub with expositions, tours, and events. 🔍 Located at the confluence of Ostravice and Lučina rivers, it sank 16 meters due to coal mining before its extensive restoration in 2004. Features a new dragon-themed playground opened in July 2022. # Why Go 🏰 Explore diverse cultural events, exhibitions, and concerts. 📜 Delve into history with permanent and temporary exhibitions and guided tours. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy family-friendly activities, creative workshops, and a new dragon playground. 🌳 Scenic location accessible by bike. 💡 Discover unique exhibitions like torture instruments, freshwater fish, and a witch museum. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Only partially wheelchair accessible; galleries, tower, and terraces require stairs. 🚫 Dogs allowed on leash and with muzzle in grounds, but not inside buildings. # Tips ❗ Check website's 'Aktuality' section for current updates on opening hours and events. 🏫 School groups can arrange visits outside regular hours by appointment. 🚶‍♀️ Guided tours available July-August 2025 (included in entrance fee). 📱 QR codes available for audio guides in Czech and English. 💳 Payment cards accepted, OSTRAVACARD holders get 20% discount. # Cost 💰 Adults 100 Kč, children 6-15 years 60 Kč, family (2 adults + up to 3 children) 240 Kč. Discounts available. # Hours 🕒 March-December: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00. December 24 & 31: 09:00-14:00. Closed January and February. # 🅿️ Parking 🅿️ Limited public parking at castle square (approx. 40 spots). Additional paid parking at Černá louka (10 min walk). Parking directly at castle gate is for management only. # 🚻 Toilets 🚻 Wheelchair-accessible toilets available, opened with Eurokey.