Chateau Březnice, Renaissance château in Březnice, Czech Republic
Chateau Březnice is a Renaissance-era building with architectural elements spanning from Gothic foundations through Baroque and Empire interiors. The structure displays different stylistic periods that were constructed and modified over centuries.
The fortress was built in the 13th century by the Buzice family as a Gothic structure. It was later transformed into a Renaissance château under the ownership of Georg Lokšan.
The Lokšanská library was established in 1558 and is the oldest preserved château library in Bohemia. Its shelves hold a significant collection of historical books and manuscripts that visitors can view during their tour.
The château is open daily except Mondays from April through October for visitors. Guided tours are offered in Czech, English, and German to help guests understand the different rooms and collections throughout.
The Early Baroque chapel houses a working Rococo organ from 1796 crafted by Vojtěch Schreier of Kuks. This musical instrument continues to be played during visits as a special feature for guests.
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