TOURS
Discover the fascinating history of Brtnice Castle, which forms the foundation of its unique charm.
During the tour, you will learn about the development of the castle from its beginnings, through the period of its notable owners, to the demanding reconstructions that restored its dignified appearance. You will gain insight into its architectural transformations, learn interesting facts from historical research, and discover the stories hidden within its walls.
APRIL, MAY, SEPTEMBER
SAT–SUN:
10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m.
JUNE, JULY, AUGUST
TUE–SUN:
10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m.
THE CASTLE DUNGEON
Experience history firsthand
Step into the stylized spaces of the dungeon and torture chamber, which illustrate the darker side of law and punishment history. You will see replicas of historical torture instruments and learn how interrogations were conducted and what punishments were common in the past. The exhibition offers an authentic atmosphere and a glimpse into the justice of bygone times. Tours are held only on scheduled dates; the dungeon is not normally accessible.
TITIAN’S TAPESTRIES
TITIAN? – TRISTAN AND ISOLDE
Exhibition Curators: Mgr. Zdeněk Kazlepka Ph.D., specialist in Baroque Collaltos, and Mgr. Eduardo García Salas
A tribute to the artistic glory of the castle.
Knightly Epic and Collalto Tapestries in Photographs.
Step into the space where visual art intersects with the history of Brtnice Castle. The tours now include reproductions of seven large tapestries based on Renaissance paintings by the famous Venetian master Titian, which once hung in the castle and depict the story of Tristan and Isolde.
