Cheb Castle: A Romanesque Gem
Explore Cheb Castle, a historic Kaiserpfalz with a unique chapel and imposing Black Tower, showcasing centuries of Bohemian heritage.
Cheb Castle, a significant historical site in the Czech Republic, showcases a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Founded in the 12th century, the castle features the Black Tower and a unique two-story chapel, bearing witness to centuries of Bohemian history.
A brief summary to Chebský hrad
- Dobrovského 2062/21, 350 02, CZ
- +420602169298
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Most sights in Cheb, including the castle, are closed on Mondays.
- Consider visiting the nearby towns of Františkovy Lázně or Karlovy Vary to enhance your trip.
- The castle is open year-round, but winter hours are limited to weekends.
Getting There
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Walking
From Cheb's main square (Náměstí Krále Jiřího z Poděbrad), walk northeast along Dobrovského street. The castle entrance will be on your left in approximately 10 minutes. The walk is mostly uphill.
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Public Transport
From Cheb train station, take bus line 4 to the 'Hrad' stop. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes. From the bus stop, it is a short walk to the castle entrance. A single bus ticket costs around 20 CZK.
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Taxi
A taxi from Cheb train station to Cheb Castle costs approximately 100-150 CZK and takes about 5-10 minutes. Taxi stands are available at the train station.
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