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Castles and Chateaux
Romantic retreats, tall fortifications, dark towers and beautiful parks. When visiting the castles and chateaux of Central Moravia, tourists really do feel as though they are in a fairy tale. This is of course not merely due to the several centuries-old décor in the chateaux rooms and the valuable collections of porcelain and all the hunting trophies. The castles and chateaux also offer a number of unique programmes, inspired by the histories and legends surrounding them. To meet a nobleman or lady, or to see antique carriages and antique fire-fighting equipment would not be out of the ordinary.
Castle Bouzov
Bouzov
This romantic castle, situated in the centre of forests, attracts foreign and Czech tourists alike. Bouzov – CastleIt is the most visited monument in Central Moravia and one of the most popular castles in the Czech Republic. It has been used as the setting for dozens of films, especially fairy tales.
Castle Helfštýn
Týn nad Bečvou
Helfštýn Castle was founded in the 13th century on a ridge above the Bečva River valley, to protect the main road to Silesia. It supposedly carries the name of the predatory knight Helfried (Friduš) of Linava, who founded it. It was intentionally demolished in the 17th century. Today tourists can view its extensive system of fortifications, with six gates, many towers, buildings, walls and a series of ramparts.
Castle Šternberk
Šternberk
Šternberk Castle was founded in the second half of the 13th century, most likely by Zdeslav of Chumec and Šternberk. Further construction was carried out at the end of the 15th century under the rule of the Berks of Dubá and Lipá. In the 16th century the originally gothic castle was reconstructed in the renaissance style.
Chateau Náměšť na Hané
Náměšť na Hané
The chateau at Náměšť na Hané features unique collections not found anywhere else in the country. Visitors may view the collection of Meissen porcelain and the gold ceremonial and black travelling coaches of the Olomouc bishops and archbishops from the 18th to the 20th century. The tour also takes you through the chateau gallery and the Empire style chateau chapel. The chateau park, with its four paths oriented to the points of the compass, is also worth seeing.
Chateau Tovačov
Tovačov
Tovačov is surrounded by water and alluvial forest on three sides. According to legend, the castle was founded as a sanctuary for hunters. It was reconstructed as a renaissance chateau by the last of the Cimburks. The characteristic feature of the chateau is its nearly 100m high Spanish tower, from atop of which visitors have an unforgettable and unspoiled view of the surroundings. Of interest are its chateau chapel with early baroque stucco work and a staircase in the chateau’s left wing styled after that in the Vienna Opera House.
Chateau Plumov
Plumlov
Reflected in the waters of the Plumlov reservoir is the monumental Plumlov Chateau. This Early Mannerist chateau was built on the site of a castle from the 13th century in 1680 by Jan Adam of Liechtenstein. Originally four large wings were planned; only one was built. Its most impressive feature is its façade, incorporating massive columns.
This project is co-financed by the European Union and the Olomouc region.
