Státní hrad Házmburk

Location: Klapý, 411 15 Klapý · Ústí nad Labem Region

Category: castle

A dominant landmark of the Bohemian Central Highlands atop a rocky summit, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. This 14th-century castle with preserved towers is a popular destination for family trips. The ascent is not physically demanding and is suitable for children of school age.

Why visit this place?

• Its owner Zbyněk renamed the castle Hasenburg after the hare in his coat of arms – the German word Hase means hare.
• The Zajícové z Hazmburka family held it from 1336 to 1558; the ruin later drew Czech romantics such as Karel Hynek Mácha and Svatopluk Čech.
• Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 2,715 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly an hour and a half; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 35 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: May–September: daily except Mon 9:00–18:00; April and October: Wed–Sun 9:00–16:00
• Typical visit: 90 min
• Admission: adults 140 CZK, children 40 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.6 ★ from 2715 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

Official website: https://www.hrad-hazmburk.cz

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