Cyril and Methodius Route – Cultural Route of the Council of Europe

Castle
Hradec nad Moravicí

Watch the video

Castle Hradec nad Moravicí

Castle Hradec nad Moravicí is a stunning landmark that continues to captivate every visitor. A tour through its lavishly decorated salons offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the visits of renowned composers Ludwig van Beethoven and Franz Liszt.

Castle Hradec nad Moravicí became a national cultural monument in 2002 and is a must-visit tourist destination in the Opava region. This cultural and social hub features the White Castle, where visitors can enjoy two guided tours, a historical exhibition, and a picture gallery. The main tour takes you through the beautifully restored northern wing, showcasing seven reconstructed rooms of the prince’s apartment. The complex also includes the neo-Gothic Red Castle and the White Tower. For nature enthusiasts, the Lichnovský Hunting Trail offers a scenic hike through the castle park and the enchanting beech forests.

What can you visit here?

It was filmed about the Castle Hradec nad Moravicí?

Castle Hradec nad moravicí

Listen to the audio

Wandering camera

Watch the video

Information from history

HISTORY OF THE CASTLE

Originally constructed as a royal Gothic castle under the reign of Přemysl Otakar II, Hradec Castle boasts a rich history dating back to 1279-81. During this period, Queen Kunhuta held her court here and secretly wed Záviš of Falkenštejn. Following these events, Hradec became the seat of the left-sided Přemyslids and served as the administrative center of the Principality of Opava.

Where to get tourist information?

Contacts

Castle Hradec nad Moravicí

Městečko 1, 74741 Hradec nad Moravicí
tel. +420 553 783 444
e-mail: hradec@npu.cz
web: www.zamek-hradec.cz

Information Centre Hradec nad Moravicí

Podolská 308, 74741 Hradec nad Moravicí
tel. +420 595 173 043
e-mail: ic@muhradec.cz
web: www.ichradec.cz

How to get to the castle?

Train: Hradec nad Moravicí is located on the railway line No.315 Opava-Hradec nad Moravicí. The railway station is located about 1.5 km from the castle and can be reached by following the blue mark. Bus: There are buses from around Hradec nad Moravicí and from other bus stations around the town (Hradec nad Moravicí, school). You can reach the castle by following the blue trail. By car: You can drive to the castle, along Zámecká Street. There is a paid parking lot in front of the castle.