Visit Karlstejn
- Art & Culture
- Place or Historical Monument
- Castle and fortress
Karlstejn: How to get there?
A 19-mile drive from Prague
Karlstejn: When to go?
From March to October
Karlstejn: For how long?
One day
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Karlstejn Vacations
2 reviews
The royal residence of Charles IV, Karlstejn Castle is majestically perched on green hills, even though the development of mass tourism has somewhat altered the place.
Karlstejn: What to see in the surroundings?
What our travelers think about their stay
Karlstejn is home to one of the Czech Republic’s most beautiful castles, and it’s less than an hour's drive from Prague.
My suggestion
I recommend taking the most comprehensive tour of the castle (in English) so you'll have no regrets...
The royal residence of Charles IV, Karlstejn Castle is majestically perched on green hills, even though the development of mass tourism has somewhat altered the place.
My suggestion
To explore the castle from its less developed side, take the train to the following station Srbsko, then follow the pedestrian paths for a good hour of walking through the forest to reach the castle.
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