Explore the History of Náchod Castle and Chateau

The story of the castle and the chateau in Náchod begins in the middle of the 13th century. What events have shaped Náchod Castle over 770 years? Which families owned Náchod? Below you can get to know the most interesting and important moments in more detail.

Náchod Castle

The oldest mention of Náchod Castle, which was owned by Czech kings and prominent noblemen.

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Zámek Náchod z náměstí, F.B. Wernher- J.J. Ringle, mědirytina kolem 1740
The Smiřický Era: A Renaissance Transformation

The Renaissance era arrived to Náchod together with the Smiřický family of Smiřice.

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Zámek Náchod v první třetině 19. století, neznámý autor
The Chateau-Fortress under the Piccolomini Family

The Italian family Piccolomini brought Baroque architecture to Náchod and built the most important defensive elements.

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Zámek Náchod a město od západu, J. Venuto, akvarel z roku 1814 podle kresby z roku 1786
The Duke’s Grand Residence

The end of the 18th century is associated with Peter von Biron, Duke of Courland and Sagan, who started the greatest cultural era in the history of Náchod.

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The Old Chateau in Náchod under the Princes of Schaumburg-Lippe

Náchod Castle has become a valuable historical 
residence, which has remained practically unchanged since the era of the princely Schaumburg-Lippe family.

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Post-War Years and Modern Preservation

After 1945, Náchod Castle became a category one heritage site, thanks to its exceptional historical value and was soon opened to the public

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Once a Castle, Always a Castle

What has happened with Náchod Castle in recent years?

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