Hrad Nový Hrad u Jimlína

Location: Jimlín 220, 440 01 Jimlín · Ústí nad Labem Region

Category: Gothic castle

A Gothic castle rebuilt as a Renaissance and Baroque château on a hill near Jimlín in the Louny district, dominating the surrounding landscape. It was built in 1465–1474 by the Kolovrat family. The extensive complex with three courtyards, farm buildings and a tall tower is administered by the Ústí nad Labem Region and open to the public. Listed as a cultural monument since 1964.

Why visit this place?

• Unlike most Czech castles, Nový Hrad has a precise founding date: King Jiří z Poděbrad issued the building permit on 2 May 1465 to Albrecht Bezdružický z Kolovrat.
• In 1623 imperial soldiers raided the chateau. Volf Ilburk z Vřesovic jumped out of a window into the castle moat and escaped on foot to Louny.
• Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 1,320 visitors on Google Maps.
• Admission is free, which helps when the class budget is tight.
• Allow roughly an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 32 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Grounds freely accessible; interiors seasonally
• Typical visit: 60 min
• Admission: free
• Visitor rating: 4.6 ★ from 1320 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Suitable for history excursions with guided commentary on castle architecture and the Kolovrat family.

Official website: http://www.zameknovyhrad.cz/

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