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Mníšek pod Brdy

Just a few kilometers from Prague we find the picturesque village of Mníšek pod Brdy and a Baroque chateau, modified in the spirit of Classicism, which, thanks to its elevated position, dominates not only the village but also its immediate surroundings. The surrounding nature is intersected by a number of hiking trails and in the immediate vicinity of the castle we find the Baroque monastery Skalka.

Information for visitors

Adress: nám. F. X. Svobody 1, Mníšek pod Brdy
GPS: 49.86823810, 14.25829110
Mníšek pod Brdy map

Interesting facts Mníšek pod Brdy

Historical sources mention the seat in Mníšek pod Brdy relatively late. The code of Charles IV, Majestas Carolina, published in 1348, writes about it, however, it is clear from archaeological finds that in these places there was a building at the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries. In those days, however, it took the form of a small castle with a moat and walls.

From 1487, the local estate belonged to an important family of lords from Mitrovice, for more than 150 years. They were responsible for the great construction work and managed it throughout the 16th century. In 1639 the chateau was destroyed by Swedish troops and in 1655 it was owned by Servác Engel of Engelsfluss, a burgher who bought the chateau and had it repaired between 1656 and 1672. It can be said that the chateau acquired its current form already during this reconstruction.

The castle underwent further building modifications during the second half of the 18th century, when the estate was owned by the Unwerths. In 1848, however, the castle was damaged by fire, and in 1909, after the death of Count Schirnding, the manor passed into the hands of his relative, Theodorich, the free lord Kast of Ebelsberg, who had the castle fundamentally restored. The project was entrusted to a leading Prague office, led by Matěj Blecha.

After the end of the Second World War, the local castle was confiscated and shortly afterwards it fell under the administration of the Ministry of the Interior, which used the premises to store various archives.

In 2000, the chateau premises were evacuated and the property was transferred to the National Monuments Institute, which began an extensive renovation at the end of the same year. The grand opening took place in 6 years, on July 1, 2006.

At present, the chateau is open to the public and is accessible in two chateau districts, mapping mainly the life of the family of the last aristocratic owners, the Castes. The rich furnishings of the individual rooms document the life of the nobility during the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The first floor shows visitors the living and lifestyle of the petty nobility between the world wars. Wedding ceremonies and social events take place in the north wing, and the chateau is generally used for cultural events throughout the year.

Author: Andrea Štyndlová