• Karlštejn. ... contact. Karlštejn state castle Karlštejn 172 267 18 Karlštejn (Beroun district). +420 311 681 617 karlstejn@npu.cz.
  • Karlštejn Castle|Photo: Klára Stejskalová, Radio Prague International. Karlštejn is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Czech Republic, located 30...
  • Karlštejn Castle is one of the best places to visit in the Czech Republic, and one of the easiest day trips from Prague.
  • Karlštejn Castle was first built by the King of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV in the year 1348 to house his crown jewels and personal relics.
  • How to get to Karlštejn Castle. Karlštejn Castle can be found only about 30 kilometers or 20 miles south of Prague, through small villages and farmers’ fields.
  • Just 45 minutes from Prague, the Bohemian village of Karlštejn can be found at the foot of its Gothic castle, which sits atop a limestone rock amidst wooded hills...
  • Karlštejn Castle is a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site and a top contender for the most beautiful castle in the country, so make sure you bring your camera!
  • One of the most striking features of Karlštejn Castle is its tiered design, which showcases three distinct levels, each with its own purpose.
  • Some 18 miles (30 kilometers) southwest of Prague, Karlstejn Castle (Hrad Karlstejn) dominates the surrounding area from its hilltop perch.