Hluboká Castle – Seat of the Schwarzenberg Family

Hluboká Castle is one of the most striking Neo-Gothic buildings in the Czech Republic. Thanks to its architecture, interiors, and extensive park, it is one of the most visited monuments in the region.

History and Development of the Castle

Hluboká Castle was established in the 13th century as a royal fortress. From the 17th century, it belonged to the Schwarzenberg family, who gradually expanded and modified it. The most significant transformation took place in the 19th century when Prince Johann Adolf II and his wife Eleonora had the residence rebuilt in a Neo-Gothic style inspired by Windsor Castle in England. It was this reconstruction that gave the castle its current character.

Architecture and Main Features

Hluboká Castle is an example of romantic Neo-Gothic architecture inspired by Windsor. Typical is its white exterior with towers, battlements, and bay windows. The interiors feature detailed woodcarvings decorating walls, ceilings, and staircases. The complex also includes a Neo-Gothic chapel, a vast castle garden in the English style, and a riding hall, which today houses the AJG gallery.

What you can see here:

• Castle Exterior – white facade, towers, battlements, bay windows.
• Interiors – detailed woodcarvings, period furniture, paintings.
• Castle Chapel – Neo-Gothic chapel with stained glass windows.
• Castle Garden – English park with a pond, fountain, and cast-iron orangery.
• Castle Riding Hall – now the AJG gallery.

Hluboká Castle Tour Routes

The castle offers several tour routes showcasing different parts of the interiors and castle grounds. Routes vary by season.

Main routes:

• State Rooms – social halls and rooms designed for visits and ceremonial occasions.
• Private Apartments – living quarters of the last owners of the castle.
• Castle Kitchen – original kitchen facilities with preserved equipment.
• Castle Tower – a separate route with an ascent to the lookout.
• Winter Route – a tour of selected, heated interiors during the winter season.

Information for Visitors

Hluboká Castle is open year-round, with various tour routes according to the season. It is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance, especially during high season.

Parking is available at the central car park below the castle, followed by a 10-minute walk uphill. During the summer season, a tourist train also operates.

A restaurant and cafe are located on-site. The town of Hluboká nad Vltavou is easily accessible by car and public transport.

Interesting Facts about Hluboká Castle

• Hluboká Castle has appeared in numerous films and fairy tales.
• The former castle riding hall now houses the Aleš South Bohemian Gallery (AJG).
• Below the castle lies the Ohrada Hunting Lodge and Hluboká Zoo, popular especially with families with children. Details about the zoo can be found in our article: With Kids to the Animals Near Lipno.
• The castle surroundings also feature a golf course and an extensive park suitable for walks.

And why stop at just one trip? Here are tips for other castles and chateaus in the area.

📍 Where to relax after your visit to Hluboká Castle

After visiting the Castles and Chateaus around Lake Lipno, a place where the whole family can relax is essential. Our modern Apartments Nad rybníky are the perfect base. The castle is approximately 60 km away from us, or about an hour’s drive.
With us, you will find a large fenced garden, a playground, a saltwater pool, and a quiet setting for parents. Whether you are planning trips, cycling routes, family experiences, swimming at the beach, or just relaxing days in nature, everything is within easy reach with us.

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