Zámek Veltrusy

Location: Zámek 1, Veltrusy, 277 46 · Central Bohemia

Category: baroque château with park

Baroque château set within an expansive English landscape park at the confluence of the Elbe and Vltava rivers. Richly appointed interiors of the Chotek family, guided tours, and a nature park with remarkable flora. Close to Prague and popular for school trips.

Why visit this place?

• In 1754 the chateau and its park hosted the world's first trade sample fair, called Velký trh tovarů Království českého, attended by Empress Marie Terezie.
• The court of honour is closed off by allegorical statues of the twelve months and the four seasons, made in the 18th century.
• Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 5,069 visitors on Google Maps.
• Allow roughly an hour; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 189 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: 4.6 ★ from 5069 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Guided tour for primary schools covering the Baroque period, the Chotek family, and the landscape architecture of the park.

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

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