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Bezděz Castle

Hrad Bezděz

A Gothic royal castle built under Přemysl Otakar II on a volcanic hill; a steep path climbs to it, and the tower looks out across northern Bohemia.

Region
Liberec Region
Category
History
Coordinates
50.5391° N · 14.7198° E

Good to know

Friday to Sunday in April and October, Tuesday to Sunday from May to September; closed from November to March. Allow time for the steep 30-minute climb.

A rough guide to seasons and booking, not live opening hours – those are on the map listings above.

Quick answers

Do you need to book a visit to Bezděz Castle?
No, you can usually just turn up.
When can you visit Bezděz Castle?
It's seasonal: plan your visit between April and October.
How much time do you need at Bezděz Castle?
Allow about 1 h 45 min on site, plus travel.
How far is Bezděz Castle from Prague?
About 1 h 10 min by car from Prague (83 km), without traffic.
Is Bezděz Castle open on Mondays?
Usually not – it's closed on Mondays, so plan another day of the week.
What else is near Bezděz Castle?
Nearby on Pinsko: Kokořínsko Pine Woods, 10 km; Pokličky Rocks, Kokořínsko, 13 km and Kokořín Castle, 15 km (straight-line distances).

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