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Konopiště Castle (Czech pronunciation: [ˈkonopɪʃtjɛ]; Czech: zámek Konopiště, German: Schloss Konopischt) is a four-winged, three-storey castle located in Konopiště, now a part of the town of Benešov in Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic.
Opening hours. Franz Ferdinand’s favourite home. This building that started as a late 13th century Gothic castle belonged over the years to some of the most prominent historical figures.
Looking for a fun day trip from Prague? Visit Konopiste Castle! Surrounded by a deep forest, full of ancient trees, the beautiful Konopiste Castle is one of the most prestigious castles in the Czech Republic.
Aug 17, 2023 · Konopiste Castle is one of the most picturesque and prestigious castles in the Czech Republic. In this Konopiště Castle guide, I tell you its remarkable story and also describe the numerous tours and attractions you can visit there.
Accessibility. Stairclimber enables the visit of the Ist. tour (Apartments of the south wing of the castle) for disabled people in a wheelchair.
Konopiště, lying amid extensive grounds 2km west of the town of Benešov, is a testament to the archduke’s twin obsessions – hunting and St George. Having renovated the massive Gothic and Renaissance building in the 1890s and installed all the latest technology – including electricity, central heating, flush toilets, showers and a ...
Apr 4, 2022 · The romantic Konopiště Castle, located just south of Prague, is one of the most beautiful castles to visit in the Czech Republic. Known to many as the Franz Ferdinand Castle, this chateau was once home to Austrian Archduke and Heir to the throne, Franz Ferdinand d’Este.
