Zámek v Dolních Kounicích, Renaissance and Gothic château in Dolní Kounice, Czech Republic
The château in Dolní Kounice sits on a hilltop, combining Gothic and Renaissance elements with thick stone walls and ornate windows. It contains multiple levels, including underground sections that visitors can explore during tours.
The original Gothic castle was built between 1284 and 1330 by a Premonstratensian convent. It later received Renaissance modifications when the Drnovský family took control.
The château hosts art exhibitions and wine tastings that reflect local craft traditions of South Moravia. Visitors experience how the space serves as a living cultural venue today.
Visitors can choose between different tour options, including daytime visits, night tours, and local wine tastings. Underground sections require steady footing, but experienced guides help navigate through all areas.
Private owners have systematically restored and maintained the castle since 2007 without state funding. All income from visits and events goes directly back into preserving the monument.
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