Svojanov Castle is one of the oldest royal castles in Bohemia, founded around 1265 by King Ottokar II to protect the Trstěnice trade route between Bohemia and Moravia. The castle is notable for its unique combination of Gothic, Renaissance and Empire architectural styles and is known as the "villa of Czech queens." Visitors can explore historical exhibitions, the Gothic cellar with a torture chamber, the House of Squires, and climb the 26-metre-high watchtower. Since 1910 it has been owned by the town of Polička and since 1964 it has been a protected cultural monument.
Svojanov 1, 569 73 Svojanov
Opening hours follow the event programme and season; generally closed from mid-December to early March.
An interactive exhibition about bees and medicinal herbs at Svojanov Castle, designed for families of all ages.
A theatrical night tour exploring the origins of the Svojanov White Lady legend at the castle.
The inaugural Renaissance fair at Svojanov Castle brings costumed characters, historical crafts, and a programme inspired by books and legends to life.
Svojanov Castle steps back in time to the Thirty Years' War with a historical programme and battle reenactment.
A string quartet performs rock classics on the castle courtyard - Queen, Metallica, Nirvana and more in fresh arrangements.
A family theatre festival at Svojanov Castle featuring outdoor performances with a backup indoor programme for inclement weather.
Experience medieval justice firsthand at Svojanov Castle, exploring how the medieval legal system and interrogation methods truly worked.
A dance evening celebrating 90s hits with DJs, stylish décor, and a light show. Dressing in 90s style is encouraged.
Medieval crafts come alive at Svojanov Castle with blacksmiths, potters and other artisans, plus fencing displays and period music.
Historical cuisine at Svojanov Castle: taste period dishes and discover the past through food.
A two-day festival celebrating historical cooking techniques and traditional dishes prepared from period recipes at Svojanov Castle.