One of the excursions you can do during your trip to Prague is to get closer to Krivoklat castle, which is located about 40 kilometers west of the Czech capital.
In fact, given the proximity to Karlstejn Castle, a good option if you decide rent a car es visit both castles on the same day.
El Krivoklat castle It began to be built in the 12th century as a hunting residence for the king, as it is located in a mountainous and forested area, in the valley of Berounka River, which is protected by the Unesco as a nature reserve.
Over time, the Krivoklat castle It was rebuilt several times, as it suffered several fires. Also for a time it was used as a prison.
Finally, at the end of the 19th century, when it became property of the Fürstenberg family, a new remodeling was carried out, although the Gothic style.
Visit Krivoklat Castle from Prague
While from Prague You can get there by train, the journey can take almost two hours, so it is clearly advisable to go to visit by car (45 minutos).
Or also consider the possibility of hiring an excursion organized by a tourist agency, which usually offer the option of combined tour from Prague with Karlstejn Castle.
Outwardly, the Krivoklat castle It is not as spectacular as the nearby Karlstejn, but it is when visiting its interior that you will find its greatest attractions.
Among the highlights is the Major Tower, 59 meters high, where hunting trophies are displayed and you can see panoramic of the large natural area that surrounds the castle. And also King's Hall, of enormous dimensions.
In the Royal chapel Its vaulted ceiling and statues of angels, carrying instruments of torture, stand out as an undoubted reminiscence of their times in prison.
You can also visit the old prison and the torture chambers, where torture instruments, a gallery of paintings and its large Library, with more than 52 volumes.
Krivoklat castle schedules
The Krivoklat Castle visiting hours They are, in summer, every day from 9 a.m. to 18 p.m. At other times of the year, here you can check the schedules.
The ticket prices to visit the Krivoklat castle It is 150 CZK (5,55 euros) for adults, 110 CZK (4 euros) for students, seniors +65 and children from 6 to 15 years old, and children under 6 years old, free entry.
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