Melnik Castle, Medieval castle in Mělník, Czech Republic
Melnik Castle is a stone fortress that rises at the confluence of the Elbe and Vltava rivers, featuring Renaissance architecture with two decorated arcades displaying sgraffito patterns. The complex contains multiple halls with collections of paintings, furniture, and historical objects from the Lobkowicz family.
The castle was established as a residence for Bohemian rulers and is connected to early Bohemian rule, as Princess Ludmila, who later became a saint, was born here. The Lobkowicz family later took over the fortress and shaped its development for several centuries.
The cellar spaces beneath the castle show traditional winemaking methods that have been used in the Mělník region for centuries. Visitors can explore the local wine culture here and taste wines from the surrounding vineyards.
Daily guided tours take visitors through the castle's various rooms where you can take time to look at the collections and details at your own pace. It is helpful to check in advance if special tours or opening times apply to the wine cellar area.
Silver coins from the 10th century bearing the inscription 'Civitas Melnic' mark the first documented mention of the fortress's name and reveal its importance in that era. These findings link the castle directly to early medieval coin production and the region's trade networks.
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