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Špilberk Castle
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Špilberk Castle dominates the Brno skyline from its hilltop perch, originally built as a royal castle in the 13th century. It gained infamy as a Habsburg prison, earning the nickname 'Dungeon of Nations.' Today, visitors explore the casemates, the prison museum, and the castle's varied exhibitions. The battlements provide panoramic vistas of the city and surrounding countryside, while the courtyard hosts concerts and festivals in summer. It's a place where centuries of history, from medieval power to modern culture, come alive.
Don't miss
- Walk through the eerie casemates and former prison cells
- Climb the ramparts for 360-degree views of Brno
- Visit the rotating art and history exhibitions in the castle halls
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Špilberk Castle
You can see Špilberk Castle on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
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