Lednice Minaret
Minaret
A Moorish-style minaret about 60 meters tall, deep in the Lednice gardens. Climbing it offers views over the castle grounds and lake, making it the most striking landmark of the gardens.
The minaret was built between 1797 and 1804 and is the tallest minaret-style structure in a non-Islamic country in Europe. The Liechtenstein prince built it purely as a garden ornament. The tower is about 60 meters high, and climbing its 302 spiral steps leads to an observation gallery with views of Lednice Chateau, the lakes, and the distant Pavlov Hills. It is about a 30-minute walk from the chateau, or you can reach it by boat from the chateau pier during the seasonal boat service. Climbing the tower requires a separate ticket. It is typically open from about April to October, and weekend queues are long in peak season.
Opening hours
Approx. April–October 09:00–17:00 (per official website)
Nearby sights
- Lednice Chateau & Park
- John's Castle (Janův hrad)
- Temple of Apollo
- Pond Chateau (Rybniční zámeček)
- Temple of the Three Graces
- Border Chateau (Hraniční zámeček)
- Rendez-vous (Temple of Diana)
- Valtice Chateau & National Wine Salon