Zamek Zdar nad Sazavou
Zamek Zdar nad Sazavou
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
The New Generation Museum The expositions on the ground level are dedicated to the Cistercian Order and dark Middle Ages; the upper level contains collections of exhibits from the beautiful, colorful world of Baroque. Step into the dark forest where the brave monks built their rst monastery. Experience one day in the life of a monk or discover the beauty of Cistercian artworks. Thanks to the kaleidoscope, you will be able to move to the era of prosperity, nourishing arts, sciences, and architecture, i.e. the era of Baroque. Meet Abbot Vejmluva, the bygone monastery’s outstanding personality and the brilliant architect Jan Blažej Santini, or explore the mathematical mysteries of The Pilgrimage Church of St. John Nepomuk at Zelena hora. The New Generation Museum is not only a museum, it is the key to comprehending the complex of the former monastery and the current castle in Žďár nad Sázavou as a whole. A er the visit, you will have all the indications for your tour in your hand!
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Frederic7645
Paris5 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
Near the battlefield of Austerlitz and the very beautiful chapel Saint Jean de Népomucène (UNESCO world heritage)
Several museums (Works, sculptures and baroque paintings) of the Czech national collections) or exhibitions very interesting.
Opening very soon a museum on the Baroque and the Cistercians at the origin of developement of the area of Zdar in 13 ème century.
An opportunity to discover this place or to rediscover it.
A part of the eternal European heart and of its future via Culture and exchanges beats in this place
To be absolutely seen soon
Several museums (Works, sculptures and baroque paintings) of the Czech national collections) or exhibitions very interesting.
Opening very soon a museum on the Baroque and the Cistercians at the origin of developement of the area of Zdar in 13 ème century.
An opportunity to discover this place or to rediscover it.
A part of the eternal European heart and of its future via Culture and exchanges beats in this place
To be absolutely seen soon
Written July 17, 2015
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Marshall J
Prague, Czech Republic60 contributions
Aug 2017
We were in Zdar nod Sazavou to visit the Santini masterpiece - the church at Zelany Hora. We stayed in the old monastery that has been converted into a hotel. Our rooms were in the tower. The staff was excellent and the rooms were very nice. I do not recommend staying in the tower if you have a mobility problem. Access is by spiral staircase with a rope for a hand rail. The grounds around the facility are very pleasant. It was a good experience.
Written July 11, 2018
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renaudjsl
Rueil-Malmaison, France1 contribution
Dec 2015 • Family
Take the time of the visit of all the site, and do not forget the Pilgrimage Church of Saint John of Nepomuk (UNESCO)! We also spent the night in the tower... top :-)
Written December 7, 2015
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Janka K
Brno, Czech Republic8,464 contributions
Nov 2022
The castle is open on some days only, so check this in advance. Otherwise you might end up with the museum and the gardens only.
The entrance to the gardens is either form the street or from the information center and it's for free. There is a cool souvenir shop where I bought some beer, chocolate and some other local products.
Parking place in front of the castle is huge and the historical bridge that is one of the top highlights of the town is close by. You will very probably pass through it with your car on your way to the castle, actually.
The entrance to the gardens is either form the street or from the information center and it's for free. There is a cool souvenir shop where I bought some beer, chocolate and some other local products.
Parking place in front of the castle is huge and the historical bridge that is one of the top highlights of the town is close by. You will very probably pass through it with your car on your way to the castle, actually.
Written November 12, 2022
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Zdenek S
Rotterdam, The Netherlands743 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
Wonderful restored "Castle " with monastery, Basilica, school, a riding-hall (Baroque stables) A Bell & Clock tower. You can watch from to out-side and visit also the in-side of each building, gardens all around and a lake. It took me several ours to see all !
Written July 22, 2015
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Michaela K
Brno, Czech Republic18 contributions
Jan 2018
Modern exhibition for 21th Century visitors. Minimalist designed show-cases, video projections, full interactive exhibition - e.i. try to make a book on a screen from raw materials (leather - goat, ink - oak ball, quill - goose) it's real fun for children :) On ground floor there is a story of the Zdar monastery, 1st floor is a journey through the baroque epoque and its innovations and discoveries. Knowledge and facts are not so important, the exhibit affects the senses. Free audioguide available, not traditional - it's actually a child and an abbot dialogue. Worth the visit, 60 - 90 minutes approx.
Written January 22, 2018
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Dear Michaela K.,
thank you so much for your nice words. We are really happy you like our exhibition. We would like to know why did you give us 4 points from 5. We need to improve all the time :)
Hope you will come one time again and enjoy our estate :)
Written February 7, 2018
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frgad3c
Chatou, France115 contributions
Aug 2017
Absolutely fantastic interactive museum providing insights of Cistercian monks life.
You will also find explanations about the origin and architecture of St John's church located close to this place.
The great news is that the museum has Audio guides available in several languages and the place is fabulous for kids!
Enjoy :-)
You will also find explanations about the origin and architecture of St John's church located close to this place.
The great news is that the museum has Audio guides available in several languages and the place is fabulous for kids!
Enjoy :-)
Written August 11, 2017
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Thank you for taking the time and writing this nice comment. On your next visit you can try the commented tour with a guide "Following Santini’s Footprints" or some of our cultural events ;).
Written August 15, 2017
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ludek2017
Desna, Czech Republic52 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
We visited monastery now Kinsky castle. There is a very nice museum. In time of our visit was in castle an exhibition of baroque
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Written July 28, 2017
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Thank you for your review. We are delighted that you liked the Zdar estate. The Baroque art exhibition from the collections of the National Gallery in Prague is a permanent exhibition and is open all year round.
Written August 15, 2017
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Eva D
5 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
The whole complex of the monastery is renovated with the respect to the historical meaning of the place. At the same time, you are shown this in modern and interactive way, which attracts as kids as adults.There are activities in the museum, tours in/out-side of the complex and pleasant coffee place where one can easily enjoy the whole day. Come especially for Modern Dance Festival KORESPONDANCE in July!
Written July 16, 2017
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Thank you for taking the time to write so positive review! We believe that your comment will be very useful for other tourists choosing how to spend their holiday.
Written August 15, 2017
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Gretchen E
Kingsburg, CA6 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
Interesting with a nice audio-visual presentation to keep school age kids and older involved. See the museum before going to the star church!
Written July 12, 2017
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Thank you for taking the time to write your review and for choosing Žďár nad Sázavou to spend the holiday.
Written July 14, 2017
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