Pernštejn Castle
Hrad Pernštejn
One of the best-preserved Gothic castles in Moravia, with towers stacked on a rock. Known as the “Queen of Moravian Castles.”
Pernštejn Castle was built in the 13th century and expanded continually by the Pernštejn family. Its stacked towers, wooden bridges and defensive walls are built into the rock. The castle has never been conquered in centuries. Its interior preserves Gothic and Renaissance halls, weapons and furniture, and it is often chosen as a filming location for fairy-tale movies. Visits are only possible with a guide, with several routes of about one hour each. Admission is about CZK 200–300. It is open roughly from April to October and closed in winter. It is about 45 km from Brno. Take a train to Nedvědice, then walk for about 30 minutes uphill.
Opening hours
Approx. Apr–Oct 09:00–17:00 (closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Brno Reservoir & Veveří Castle
- Anthropos Pavilion
- VIDA! Science Center
- Mendel Museum
- Špilberk Castle
- 10-Z Bunker
- Villa Tugendhat
- Brno Ossuary