Zámek Opočno

Location: Zámek 1, Opočno, 517 73 · Hradec Králové Region

Category: Renaissance château

Renaissance château in Opočno with rich collections of weapons, tableware and porcelain. Courtyard with a rotunda, extensive park and pheasantry. Interior tours and outdoor grounds for families and schools.

Why visit this place?

• From 16 to 23 June 1813 the anti-Napoleonic coalition negotiated here; Tsar Alexander, the Prussian king Frederick William III and chancellor Metternich all stayed.
• Vilém Trčka z Lípy rebuilt the castle in 1560–1567; the monumental arcades were inspired by his trip to Genoa in Italy.
• Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 3,695 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 83 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• There is a dedicated programme for school groups, not just general admission.

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Practical information

• Opening hours: Mar–Oct Tue–Sun 9:00–17:00
• Typical visit: 60 min
• Admission: adults 200 CZK, children 120 CZK
• Visitor rating: 4.7 ★ from 3695 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Château tour for primary schools focused on the Renaissance and the history of the Colloredo-Mansfeld family.

Official website: https://www.zamek-opocno.cz

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