Státní zámek Třeboň
Renaissance chateau in the centre of Třeboň with tours of the Rožmberk interiors and the Schwarzenberg suites, an exhibition of historical puppets and a summer tour.
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About the museum
On the south-western edge of Třeboň's historic centre there first stood a manorial farmstead, later rebuilt into a small stone castle, first mentioned in 1374. The Rožmberk family acquired the town in 1366, founded an Augustinian monastery here, and the settlement developed rapidly. From 1479 Vok of Rožmberk resided in Třeboň and greatly extended the building in the north-western corner.
After a fire in 1562 Vilém of Rožmberk had the castle rebuilt as a Renaissance chateau. The builder Antonín Ericer led the work in 1565–1575 and closed the inner courtyard. The last Rožmberk lord, Petr Vok, moved to Třeboň with his court in 1602 and had the outer courtyard, halls with mirror vaulting and a separate house for the picture gallery and library built. After his death the estate went to the Švamberk family, but the emperor confiscated it in 1621. From 1660 Třeboň belonged to the Schwarzenbergs, who further altered the chateau; in 1859–1860 the so-called Imperial Wing was built.
After the land reform in the 1920s the Schwarzenbergs kept only the chateau building from their whole estate, which in summer served as a hotel. In 1940 the Gestapo seized the chateau, and in 1947 it was nationalised under the Lex Schwarzenberg. Today it is managed by the National Heritage Institute (NPÚ). Visitors can see the Rožmberk Renaissance interiors, the private Schwarzenberg suites and the exhibition of historical puppets.
Highlights
- Route A: Rožmberk Renaissance interiors with an alchemist's laboratory, Kunstkammer and courtiers' room with a mirror vault
- Route B: private Schwarzenberg suites with 19th-century rooms of the princely family
- The Fairy-Tale World of Puppets: a collection of historical puppets from the late 19th and early 20th century up to 1948
- Summer Route C: stables, dog kitchen and casemates (in July and August)
- Café and restaurant in the chateau courtyard
Permanent exhibitions
- Trasa A – Rožmberské renesanční interiéry – The tour brings to life the time of the last Rožmberks, Vilém and Petr Vok: the alchemist's laboratory, Kunstkammer, library, ladies' chamber (fraucimor), dining room and courtiers' room.
- Trasa B – Soukromá schwarzenberská apartmá – Private rooms of the estate's last owners: the prince's salon, study, bedroom, the princess's salon, Dr Adolf's room and the dining room.
- Pohádkový svět loutek aneb 100 let zpátky do pohádky – The exhibition in the garden wing shows historical puppets, family puppet theatres and stage sets in scenes from fairy tales and folk traditions.
- Operated by
- Národní památkový ústav, územní památková správa v Českých Budějovicích
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 220 Kč |
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| Reduced | 180 Kčsenior citizens aged 65 and over, young people aged 18–24, and holders of the ZTP and ZTP/P cards |
| Children & teens | 70 Kčfree up to age 5 · Children aged 6–17 pay CZK 70; children under 5 free. |
| Seniors | 180 KčSenior citizens aged 65 and over. |
| Visitors with disabilities | 180 Kčcompanion free · Holders of ZTP and ZTP/P cards; a guide of a ZTP/P card holder enters free. |
| Students & apprentices | 180 KčYoung people aged 18–24. |
| Groups (15+ people) | –Groups must book the tour in advance. The guide of an organised group (at least 15 people) and the educational supervisor (1 adult per 10 children) enter free. |
| Families | –The website does not list a family ticket price. |
| Route B: private Schwarzenberg suites | 220 KčSame admission as Route A (reduced CZK 180, children aged 6–17 CZK 70). |
| Route C: stables, dog kitchen, casemates (summer tour) | 160 KčReduced CZK 130, children aged 6–17 CZK 50; Czech only. |
| The Fairy-Tale World of Puppets (tour without a guide) | 160 KčReduced CZK 130, children aged 6–17 CZK 50. |
| Children's tour “A Visit to the Princess” | 220 KčChildren aged 6–17 pay CZK 70. |
| Children's tour “Life at the Chateau” (groups only) | 70 KčPrice per child aged 6–17; additional adults CZK 220, senior citizens CZK 180. |
| Surcharge for foreign-language commentary (German, English) | 300 KčFor the whole group; only for groups booked in advance. |
Prices apply to tours in Czech. The NPÚ annual pass and the NPÚ annual and single-use tickets are valid for Routes A, B and C (but not for the Fairy-Tale World of Puppets or the children's tours). Free admission also applies to holders of the MK ČR employee card, the ICOMOS card and the Náš člověk card. Payment is possible by card or in cash.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The chateau's website lists the large and small courtyards, the park, the stables and the Schwarzenberg Hall as accessible; Route A is accessible with assistance.
Kids & families
Great for kids & familiesRecommended for ages 5+
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Family tours & workshops
According to the website, classic tours are not suitable for children under 5. Costumed tours are prepared for children: A Visit to the Princess (children aged 4–9, 35 minutes) and Life at the Chateau (schoolchildren from age 10, 45 minutes). The puppet exhibition is for both young and old visitors.
Getting there & parking
By car
No on-site parking at the museum.
The chateau has no car park of its own; the nearest public car parks are 350 m to 1 km from the grounds. Free parking is available by the Aurora spa on Sportovní street, at the Třeboň Lázně railway stop and in the housing estates. Paid car parks are, for example, at the Hradecká brána on Dukelská street and below the dam of the Svět pond on Novohradská street. In July and August it is recommended to park outside the historic centre.
Amenities & dining
- Café
- Restaurant
On the chateau grounds you will find the Caffé Paolo Sarcelli café on the large courtyard, the Pizzeria Macondo, the Krčma U Kellyho pub (the pub's website states free Wi-Fi for guests) and the shops Bylinky od Světa and Kavana Mineral.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Weddings / ceremonies
Up to 80 guests.
Wedding ceremonies take place in the Schwarzenberg Hall (up to 80 seats, CZK 5,000) and in the chateau gazebo in the park (CZK 6,000) on official dates; outside them a surcharge of CZK 2,000 applies. Wedding banquets are not held at the chateau.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 45 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography and filming for personal use are allowed outdoors; photography is prohibited in the interiors of all tours. Flying drones is not permitted. |
| Good to know | Guided tours start at fixed times, and groups must book in advance. The Fairy-Tale World of Puppets is visited without a guide. Foreign-language commentary (German and English) is only for groups booked in advance. Children under 15 may enter the chateau only accompanied by a person aged 18 or over. An audio guide for the surroundings of the chateau is available in the Po Památkách mobile app. |
