Litomyšl Chateau, Renaissance castle in Litomyšl, Czech Republic
Description
Litomyšl Chateau is a Renaissance castle in Czech Republic featuring three floors with continuous arcading and groin vaulting throughout its structure. Four asymmetrical wings surround a central courtyard, which holds a two-story gallery.
History
Construction started in 1568 under Jan Baptista Avostalis and his brother Oldřich as a residence for the Pernštejn family. The building remained their home until 1646, when it changed hands and purpose.
Culture
The castle contains a preserved theater from the 1700s with original decorations and mechanical equipment in the western wing, offering a direct glimpse into court entertainment of that era.
Practical
Visitors can explore state rooms, private quarters, and the chapel through guided tours available at varying times depending on the season. Check opening hours ahead of time since availability changes throughout the year.
Did you know?
The castle's brewery building served as the birthplace of Czech composer Bedřich Smetana in 1824, linking the grand estate to one of the nation's most important musicians. This connection adds a layer of cultural significance beyond its architectural role.
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Brewery of the Chateau Litomyšl
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Chapel of saint Methodius (Litomyšl)
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Litomyšl Palace Theatre
8 m
Socha Plútóna
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Pamětní deska setkání sedmi prezidentů
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Fontána s rybkou
104 m
Socha Diany
70 m
Socha Apollóna
84 m
Váza na pilíři v opěrné zdi zámecké zahrady
75 m
Socha Marta
65 m
Socha Minervy
54 m
Váza na pilíři v opěrné zdi zámecké zahrady
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Váza na pilíři v opěrné zdi zámecké zahrady
78 m
Socha Ceres
74 m
Dům čp. 94 na zámku v Litomyšli
58 m
Dům čp. 95
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Lavička Václava Havla v Litomyšli
80 m
Kašna Na Máchadle
107 m
Sundial at the Litomyšl Chateau courtyard
31 m
Park of the Chateau Litomyšl
49 m
Ohrazení zámeckého areálu v Litomyšli
78 m
Brána u čp. 95
81 m
Altán u zámku v Litomyšli
80 m
Vodní kaskáda v zámeckém parku v Litomyšli
106 m
Park of the Chateau Litomyšl
95 m
Grotta v zámeckém parku v Litomyšli
100 m
Kašna na horním nádvoří zámku v Litomyšli
101 m
Sundial at the Litomyšl Chateau facade
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