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New Generation Museum: Experiencing 800 Years of History
Explore 800 years of history through interactive exhibits at this modern museum in Žďár nad Sázavou Castle.
The New Generation Museum in Žďár nad Sázavou offers a modern, interactive journey through 800 years of history, from a Cistercian monastery to a noble estate. Multimedia exhibits, including audio guides, virtual reality, and touch screens, immerse visitors in the stories of the castle and its surroundings.
Plan your visit
A brief summary to New Generation Museum
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Plan your visit
Monday
9 am-6 pm
Tuesday
9 am-6 pm
Wednesday
9 am-6 pm
Thursday
9 am-6 pm
Friday
9 am-6 pm
Saturday
9 am-8 pm
Sunday
9 am-6 pm
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Getting There
Walking
The New Generation Museum is located within Žďár Castle (Zámek Žďár nad Sázavou), easily accessible on foot from the center of Žďár nad Sázavou. From Havlíčkovo Square, walk east towards the castle. The walk is approximately 15 minutes. No costs are involved.
Public Transport
Žďár nad Sázavou is accessible by bus and train. From the Žďár nad Sázavou train and bus station, the museum is approximately a 20-minute walk. Alternatively, local bus lines can shorten the journey. Check local timetables for current fares. A single bus ticket within Žďár nad Sázavou costs approximately 20 CZK.
Parking
If arriving by car, visitor parking is available near the castle. Paid parking near the castle costs 30 CZK per hour. There is also a free parking lot near the castle.
Local tips
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Pick up an audio guide at the reception to fully immerse yourself in the museum's exhibits.
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Visit the museum as the first stop on your trip to the Žďárské vrchy region to gain a better understanding of the area's history.
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Combine your visit with a tour of the Žďár Castle grounds.
Discover more about New Generation Museum
Housed within the Žďár nad Sázavou Castle, the New Generation Museum provides an engaging and modern exploration of the region's rich history. The museum uniquely blends hands-on experiences with exhibits from significant Czech institutions.
The journey begins in the depths of the Middle Ages, exploring the Cistercian order and their impact on the region. Visitors can explore the beautiful and colorful world of the Baroque period. The museum uses multimedia to tell the story, with light as a guiding motif. A little girl's voice acts as a narrator, asking questions and leading visitors through the past.
Interactive exhibits include a forest that transforms into a cultivated landscape, a mirrored kaleidoscope reflecting the boundlessness of Baroque art, and a synchronized projection mapping historical developmental stages onto a model of the monastery. The museum aims to be a starting point for exploring the Žďárské vrchy Protected Landscape Area.
A brief summary to New Generation Museum
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