Luhačovice Castle, Cultural monument in Luhačovice, Czech Republic.
Luhačovice Castle is a one-storey Baroque aristocratic residence on Masarykova Street in the south-western part of Luhačovice. Wolfgang Serényi had it built between 1730 and 1738 with two wings, a covered entrance staircase and a clock tower. A park and the Chapel of St Joseph belong to the castle, and a statue of St Gothard stands in front of it.
The castle changed hands after the Battle of White Mountain, passing from Maximilian of Liechtenstein to the Serényi family. The Serényi family played a key role in developing the local mineral springs.
The castle chapel, dedicated to Saint Joseph, served as Luhačovice's parish church from 1784 until 1997, when the modern Church of the Holy Family replaced it. In the farm buildings next to the castle there is now a restaurant and a gallery, and a statue of Saint Gothard stands in front of the building.
The castle is located on Masarykova Street and is easily accessible from the town's main street. Visitors should note that the building now functions as a school, so visiting hours may be limited.
The chapel of St Joseph attached to the castle served as Luhačovice's parish church from 1784 until 1997, when the modern Church of the Holy Family replaced it. In front of the building stands a statue of St Gothard, the patron of travellers and horses.
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