Dobříš Castle

Dobříš, Czechia, Czech Republic (Czechia)

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Dobříš Castle, located in Dobříš, Czechia, is a historically significant castle originally built in the Renaissance style at the end of the 16th century.

It was purchased in 1630 by Bruno Mannsfeld, a royal hunter, whose family played a key role in its history. At the end of the 17th century, the castle was transformed into a Baroque residence and surrounded by beautiful French and English gardens. A devastating fire in 1720 led to a major reconstruction from 1745 to 1765, which gave the castle its current Rococo appearance, making it a prime example of Rococo architecture in the Czech Republic.

The Colloredo-Mannsfeld family owned the castle until 1942 when it was expropriated during World War II, after which it served as a home for writers under the socialist regime. The castle was returned to the family in 1998 and since then has undergone extensive restoration. Today, Dobříš Castle is a cultural landmark with opulent interiors, luxurious gardens, and it hosts various cultural events and tours for visitors.​