The Renaissance castle in Šluknov was built between 1566 and 1573 by Arnošt ze Šlejnic in the Saxon Renaissance style, on the site of an earlier fortified manor. A devastating fire in 1986 left it in ruins for two decades until a full reconstruction reopened it to the public in 2007. Visitors can follow a First-Republic-era tour route dedicated to the last owner, Ervín Leopold Nostitz-Rieneck. Every year on the last weekend of June, the castle and its park host a period-costume Castle Festival.
Zámecká 642, 407 77 Šluknov
Jun–Sep Mon–Sun 9:00–12:00, 12:30–17:00; Oct–May Tue–Sat 9:00–12:00, 12:30–17:00
A traditional wine harvest celebration in the castle park with wine, music, and friendly gatherings. Free admission.
A full-day folk tourism excursion through the Šluknov region with organized bus transport, departing from Jiříkov and starting at the theatre below the castle.
Exhibition opening exploring the natural and historical significance of Jitrovník Hill and its transformation through the ages.
An exhibition of paintings, photographs, and original works by young artist Jana Šedivá at Šluknovský Castle.
The eighteenth Castle Festival in Šluknov is a traditional celebration of the castle and town with a programme for the whole family. The two-day festival in the castle park draws thousands of visitors from the region.
An exhibition of children's artwork dedicated to fathers. Kindergarten and primary school students from Šluknov display letters, drawings, and creative works.
