Hasičské muzeum Bechyně

Location: U Nádraží 222, 391 65 Bechyně · South Bohemia

Category: fire museum

The oldest fire museum of its kind in Bohemia, with exhibits up to 400 years old. Housed in a former agricultural granary, the collection features historical fire pumps from the 16th century (pipe pumps, cudgel pumps, bucket pumps), horse-drawn and motorised pumps, uniforms, helmets, and decorations from around the world. Special prices for school trips.

Why visit this place?

• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 55 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly an hour and a quarter; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 39 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• The whole programme is indoors, so rain is not a problem.

Practical information

• Opening hours: June–September: Mon–Fri closed; Sat 10:00–17:00; outside season by appointment
• Typical visit: 75 min
• Admission: adults 120 CZK, children 70 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 55 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

A tour of firefighting equipment from the 16th to the 21st century. Unique exhibits from around the world, including firefighting gear used during the Titanic rescue operations. Special school pricing.

Official website: https://sdhbechyne.cz/muzeum/

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