• Konopiště Castle was founded as a Gothic fortress after the style of the French castles at the end of the 13th century, probably by Bishop Tobiáš of Benešov.
  • Visit the castle where you will find one of the first electric lifts in the world.
  • Surrounded by peaceful forests, Konopiště Castle has a rich and varied architectural history.
  • The Swedes occupied and plundered Konopiště in 1648, and the Vrtba family then purchased the dilapidated structure.
  • ITINERARY 10:30 AM Hotel Pick-up 11:30 - 12:30 PM Konopiste Castle Guided Tour (entrance fees are not included).
  • Konopištĕ Castle is situated approximately one hour drive south of Prague, near the town of Benešov. We arrive to the castle park area and a 10 minutes walk...
  • The Konopiste Castle was originally founded as a gothic fortress guarding a nearby town of Benesov.
  • Would you like to visit a gothic fortress founded after French castles in the end of the 13th century?
  • It is very easy to reach Konopiste from Prague by car or by train within one hour. Originally a Gothic Castle in French style, founded in the year 1300, it was...