Muzeum války 1866 na Chlumu

Location: Chlum 64, 503 12 Všestary · Hradec Králové Region

Category: military museum – Battle of Hradec Králové

A modern museum located directly on the battlefield of the Battle of Hradec Králové (Sadová) of 3 July 1866, one of the largest battles of the 19th century. The exhibition explores the Austro-Prussian War, weapons, equipment, and the fates of the soldiers. Dozens of monuments and a lookout tower at Chlum stand in the surrounding area. Ideal for teaching history.

Why visit this place?

• Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 605 visitors on Google Maps — one of the three best-rated places in this category in the Hradec Králové Region.
• Allow roughly an hour and a half; the programme is aimed at upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 68 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• There is a dedicated programme for school groups, not just general admission.

Practical information

• Opening hours: Tue–Sun 9–17 (in season)
• Typical visit: 90 min
• Admission: adults 80 CZK, children 50 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.6 ★ from 605 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Programs focused on the Battle of Hradec Králové 1866, the Austro-Prussian War, and 19th-century warfare, followed by a tour of the battlefield, monuments, and the Chlum lookout tower.

Official website: https://www.muzeumhk.cz/muzeum-valky-1866/zakladni-info-muzeum-valky-1866.html

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