This excursion is provided by Daido Ltd Prague
Discover Karlstejn Castle and Konopiste Castle on this tour of medieval history. The renowned fairy-tale Karlstejn Castle, located 35 kilometers southwest of Prague, once housed the Royal Treasures and Crown Jewels. The heart of the castle is the Chapel of the Holy Cross with one of the largest collections of panel paintings in the world. Explore the Marian and Great towers and other parts of the Castle, including the museum of lapidary, picture gallery and library. The Konopiste Castle dates back to the 14th century, built in French Gothic style and later rebuilt into a Baroque chateau. Once the residence of Archduke Franz Ferdinand d’Este until his assassination in 1914, which began World War I, his collection of hunting trophies, weapons, antique furniture, paintings, tapestry and other art objects are now the main attractions of the castle.
Discover Karlstejn Castle and Konopiste Castle on this tour of medieval history. The renowned fairy-tale Karlstejn Castle, located 35 kilometers southwest of Prague, once housed the Royal Treasures and Crown Jewels. The heart of the castle is the Chapel of the Holy Cross with one of the largest collections of panel paintings in the world. Explore the Marian and Great towers and other parts of the Castle, including the museum of lapidary, picture gallery and library. The Konopiste Castle dates back to the 14th century, built in French Gothic style and later rebuilt into a Baroque chateau. Once the residence of Archduke Franz Ferdinand d’Este until his assassination in 1914, which began World War I, his collection of hunting trophies, weapons, antique furniture, paintings, tapestry and other art objects are now the main attractions of the castle.
