Nový Hrádek Castle
Hrad Nový Hrádek
The ruins of a castle deep in Podyjí National Park, surrounded on three sides by the Dyje River. The view of the river bend from the castle lookout is one of the park's most classic scenes.
Nový Hrádek Castle was built in the 14th century on a promontory near the village of Lukov, where the Dyje River loops in a great bend below. Parts of the castle have been restored and house a small exhibition. It is open to visitors in summer, with admission of about 80 Czech koruna. The castle is about a 30-minute walk from Lukov village and can also be reached via national park trails. Nearby viewpoints offer views of the river bends and the forests on the Austrian side.
Opening hours
About April–October, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (check the official website)
Nearby sights
- Podyjí National Park
- Hardegg
- Šobes Vineyard
- Retz Windmill & Wine Cellars
- Vranov nad Dyjí Chateau
- Vranov Reservoir
- Rotunda of St. Catherine & Znojmo Castle
- St. Nicholas Church & St. Wenceslas Chapel