The castle and grounds at Blatna are without doubt one of the most important monuments of their type in this country today from an architectural and historical standpoint. The castle’s long history, distinct architectural style in a rare surviving environment of parks and water, and current condition all make it a jewel among castle complexes. Along with Švihov and Červena Lhota, Blatna is one of the best-preserved water castles in the Czech Republic.
Its architectural and historical development made this chateau a striking example of the changing artistic styles over the centuries, and since it was mostly held by members of the high nobility over the years, Blatna was one of the places where Central Europe’s history was made and shaped.
The 42-hectare castle park is one of the most beautiful locations in the region. It is open to the public year-round – in fact, people have been visiting it since the times of Ferdinand Hildprandt. Franz (František) Hildprandt had the front part of the original game park transformed into an English-style park. The rear part was kept in its original form with the “sejpy” (remains of gold panning in times past) surrounded by large trees.
There is also a lovely quaint ‘Oh My Deer Café’ to help people spend a relaxed afternoon.
Name: BlatnáName EN: Blatná Castle
Style: Gothic, Neo-Gothic
Condition: Excellent
Address: Na Příkopech 320
City: Blatná
Post Code: 388 01
Region: Jihočeský kraj
Website: www.castle-blatna.com
Ticket Price: 60-320 CZK
Distance in kms: 95 kms
Driving time: 1.5 hours
Contact Person: Not Available
Phone: 420 383 422 934
Email: info@castle-blatna.com