Hrad Seeberg – Chebsko

Location: Seeberg, 351 01 Cheb · Karlovy Vary Region

Category: Romanesque castle

Seeberg Castle near Cheb is a unique 12th-century Romanesque castle with a preserved tower and chapel. It offers guided tours and interpretation of the cultural heritage of the Vogtland and Cheb regions. Administered by the Františkovy Lázně Museum.

Why visit this place?

• The castle was built around 1200 and first mentioned in writing in 1322; in 1435 Emperor Sigismund gave it to his chancellor Kašpar Šlik.
• In 1648 it was captured, looted and burnt down by the Swedes under General Königsmark.
• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 2,056 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 20 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• The whole programme is indoors, so rain is not a problem.

Verified against: cs.wikipedia.org

Practical information

• Opening hours: Seasonal, see museum website
• Typical visit: 60 min
• Admission: adults 60 CZK, children 30 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 2056 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Guided tour of a Romanesque castle covering the history of the Cheb region and medieval settlement.

Official website: https://muzeum-frantiskovylazne.cz/index.php/cz/o-hradu

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