Konopiste Castle: Magnificent Residence of Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand

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Prague

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Explore the magnificent Konopiste Castle, once the extravagant residence of Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand. Discover the fascinating life of the prince and his wife, and view a remarkable collection of hunting trophies, art, and weapons.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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LucyTours - Why travel on a crowded bus tour with a fixed itinerary when you can enjoy a flexible private tour with your own personal tour guide?
Lucytours, an independent professional tour agency based in Prague, has specialised in tourism since 1997. We aim to provide the best customer experience in the market combined with the warm approach of a…

What's Included

Local private guide
Driver
Car/Van
Admission tickets to Konopiste Castle

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Please note that Konopiště Castle is closed on Monday!

Additional Information

Three decades prior to his assassination in Sarajevo, Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand acquired the historic Konopiste Castle, which dates back to the 13th century, and transformed it into a lavish residence befitting his status. The castle’s interiors reflect the intriguing life of Franz Ferdinand, one of the wealthiest individuals of his time and an avid…

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Carolyn_g

Jul 19, 2022

Relaxing day - The driver arrived promptly. It was a short, easy drive. We walked the perimeter before doing the interior. Our tour included the basic rooms. It did not include the weapons. There are other tours that are available.

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Lucretia_a

Aug 16, 2018

Delightful half-day tour - Four couples from Texas traveled to Prague for a few days prior to a riverboat cruise. Wanting to see a bit of the countryside but having limited time, we opted for the 4 hour Konopiste Castle Private Tour. We were picked up promptly at 10 am at our hotel and headed about 30 miles southeast of Prague. An accident on the highway held us up a bit, but our guide entertained us with information. He accompanied us on the tour of the chateau with the local guide and made sure we had a good experience. We knew Archduke Franz Ferdinand had decorated the chateau to his own liking and that he was an avid hunter, but we were almost overwhelmed by the sheer number of mounted trophies on the walls! His collection of armory and medieval weapons were also impressive. Despite these, the chateau appeared to be a pleasant, lived-in home for the family. Seeing the home of the man whose assassination brought on WWI was memorable.Our guide took care to keep us hydrated and to stay in the shade as much as possible in the searing heat. He also checked on the highway conditions before we left the chateau. He and our driver opted for a different return route through several charming towns, and we were able to make it back to Prague in good time.

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