Chateau Žleby: A Romantic Jewel of Bohemia
Discover a fairytale castle with romantic interiors, rich history, and beautiful English gardens in the heart of Bohemia.
Chateau Žleby, originally a Gothic castle dating back to 1289, evolved into a stunning Romantic-style manor. It showcases opulent interiors with vast collections of arms, furniture, and everyday objects, offering visitors a glimpse into 19th-century aristocratic life. Surrounded by an English-style park, it's a picturesque destination steeped in history and charm.
A brief summary to Chateau Žleby
- Zámecká 1, 285 61, CZ
- +420724134325
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4 pm
- Friday 9 am-4 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Book English-language tours in advance, as they may not always be available on demand.
- Explore the extensive English park surrounding the chateau, featuring scenic walking paths and a game preserve.
- Check the chateau's event calendar for concerts, exhibitions, and seasonal festivals.
- Visit the unique castle kitchen, where pies are occasionally baked using the original 19th-century stove system.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Prague, take a train from the main train station (Praha hlavní nádraží) to Čáslav; the journey takes approximately 1 hour. From Čáslav, take bus 780 or 781 towards Žleby. Get off at the 'Žleby, Nám.' stop, which is a short walk to the chateau. A single bus fare from Čáslav to Žleby costs approximately 25 CZK. Alternatively, from Kutná Hora, take bus 781 to Žleby, Nám.
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Car
From Prague, take route E67 and 338 to Žleby, the journey is approximately 1 hour. From Kutná Hora, take route 337 to Žleby, which is about a 20-minute drive. Two parking lots are located near the chateau. Parking costs approximately 50 CZK per hour.
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Walking
The Žleby train station is approximately a 15-minute walk to the chateau. From the Žleby, Nám bus stop, the chateau is a short walk. Follow the signs to Zámecká 1, 285 61 Žleby.
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