Mikulov Castle
Zámek Mikulov
A Baroque castle on the rock above the old town of Mikulov. Its cellar holds one of the largest wine barrels in Central Europe, and it is the town’s landmark.
Mikulov Castle was once the residence of the Dietrichstein family. It was burned at the end of the Second World War and later rebuilt. It now serves as a regional museum, with displays on the family’s salons, library, the history of winemaking and archaeology. The most popular attraction is the giant barrel in the cellar, made in 1643, with a capacity of about 100,000 litres. From the castle courtyard and gardens you can look over the old town’s red-tiled roofs and across to the Holy Hill. Tickets are sold by route. The castle is generally open from Tuesday to Sunday, roughly April to October, but check the official website for details. It is about a five-minute uphill walk from the main square.
Opening hours
Approx. April–October, Tuesday–Sunday 09:00–17:00 (shorter in winter, check official website)
Nearby sights
- Mikulov
- Dietrichstein Tomb
- Goat Tower (Kozí hrádek)
- Mikulov Jewish Quarter & Cemetery
- Turold Cave
- Holy Hill (Svatý kopeček)
- Sirotčí hrádek
- Pálava Hills (Děvín)