Czech Republic sightseeing: Konopište

"the castle with the most valuable collections of Europe"

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"Come and join us for this stunning trip to one of the most visited castles in the Central Bohemian region!"
Konopište is a castle located in the Czech Republic, about 40 km southeast of Prague, outside the city of Benešov. It has become famous as the last residence of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, heir of the Austro-Hungarian throne, whose assassination in Sarajevo triggered World War I. Konopište castle is now open to the public. Visitors can observe the residential rooms of Franz Ferdinand, a large collection of antlers (Franz Ferdinand was an enthusiastic hunter), an armoury with medieval weapons, a shooting hall with moving targets and a garden with Italian Renaissance statues and greenhouses. It is a popular place for weddings.


Worth seeing:

  • impressive interiors of the castle (guided excursion)
  • residential rooms of Duke Franz Ferdinand
  • medieval weapons
  • stunning gardens
This trip can be combined with a visit of Karlštejn castle.
Distance from Prague: 40 km
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