Spending Christmas (12/8-12/9) in Czech castles and palaces

As Christmas approaches and the first snow falls on the rooftops, Czech castles will be dressed up. Some castle administrators have prepared special Christmas and Advent programs for visitors, including costume performances and markets. You can expect beautifully decorated interiors and more. We invite you to the best castle events this Christmas!

Dobříš Castle

Dobříš Castle is located in the Central Bohemian Region, south of Prague. The castle is famous for its traditional interior decorations and beautiful Christmas ornaments. Through exhibitions, you can further familiarize yourself with the history of the festival, understand the significance of Advent and its associated customs, and browse the displayed Nativity scenes.

Loučeň Castle

Visitors to Loučeň Castle in the Central Bohemian region will have the opportunity to experience the magical Christmas atmosphere in the beautifully decorated interiors, stroll through the castle park adorned with a giant Advent wreath, and breathe in the fresh air. This year, you will learn about the story of the Christmas tree through the castle exhibition, which is the theme of Loučeň Castle's Advent exhibition. Eighteen different Christmas trees will be placed in the interiors of the Duke's residence, giving you a close look at the life of the Thurn und Taxis family in the early 20th century. Guides dressed as members of the ducal family will take you on a tour of the castle.
The small town of Loket and the Gothic castle of the same name are located just a few kilometers from the world-famous spa town of Karlovy Vary in the western Czech region. Loket Castle stands on a promontory by the river. One of the advantages of this castle is that it can be visited all year round, and the gates do not close even in winter.

Bouzov Castle

Bouzov Castle in Moravia will open its doors to visitors on December 1st and 8th. Guides will take you on a tour of the castle's interior, which is decorated with a festive atmosphere, and explain the customs of the medieval Advent season. These customs were preserved not only in the noble courts but also in the servants' cottages.

Hluboká Castle

Come and enjoy the magical atmosphere of Hluboká Castle in the South Bohemian region. You can admire the interior decorations of the castle. Hluboká is one of the few castles open year-round, and in winter, the private suites of the castle's last owners will be open. You can visit the private salons and dining rooms. The entire tour is themed around hunting. You will step into the luxurious hunting dining room, the preparation room, and the study, living room, and bedroom of the castle's last private owner, Adolf Schwarzenberg.

Jindřichův Hradec Castle

On the weekend of December 8th and 9th, you can also visit the South Bohemian region, specifically the castle in Jindřichův Hradec. This weekend's events will bring you music, dance, and theatrical performances. The little ones can look forward to a carnivore exhibition, and a visit to the 500-year-old black kitchen is sure to attract everyone. During Advent, you can visit the tapestry room and admire the handicrafts on display, with workshops prepared for both children and adults. You definitely shouldn't miss the world's largest mechanical nativity scene, the Krýza Crèche, listed in the Guinness World Records, located in the Jindřichův Hradec Museum.