Easter marks start of tourist season at Czech heritage sites

The Easter holiday launched the visitor season at state-run heritage sites across the Czech Republic. Castles and chateaux are offering festive events, markets, craft workshops, and special guided tours, including programs for families.

A key highlight this year is the National Heritage Institute’s long-term project “In the Footsteps of Noble Families,” focusing on aristocratic travel during the 19th century. The initiative explores how railways, steam navigation, and later automobiles transformed mobility.

In 2025, sites managed by the National Heritage Institute attracted 4.3 million visitors, a six percent increase year-on-year. The institute oversees around 100 historic properties, including castles, monasteries, churches, and technical monuments, funded through a mix of public budgets and European programs.