The fairy-tale water castle from Three Wishes for Cinderella — and a punt ride round the moat.
About the place
Švihov is among the most interesting castles in the country — not only for its architecture but above all for the way it was built to defend itself with water. The atmosphere is lively and pleasantly historic at once.
- Tours
- The castle interiors, the guardroom, the historic kitchen, the cellars, and an exhibition on the castle's history.
- For children
- A punt ride along the moat. It usually delights children and adults alike.
- In season
- Sword-fighting displays, concerts, theatre and exhibitions.
- What makes it special
- An ingenious water defence that could flood the ground around the castle, and the courtyard, within moments.