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Karlštejn Castle – A castle on top of a hill surrounded by trees📷 Photo by Ale on Unsplash

Karlštejn Castle

Karlštejn, Czechia

History

A Gothic castle built to guard the crown jewels of the Holy Roman Empire, in wooded hills near Prague.

Nearest town
Karlštejn, Czechia
Category
History & culture
GPS
49.9390, 14.1880

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Czechia: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Familiy Camp DrususCampsite
    14 km from Karlštejn Castle
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camp SlivenecCampsite
    15 km from Karlštejn Castle · 30 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • TábořištěCampsite
    17 km from Karlštejn Castle
    TentsDrinking waterToiletsFree
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • PraguecampCampsite
    21 km from Karlštejn Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowers
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Caravan Park Yacht Club Císarská LoukaCampsite
    21 km from Karlštejn Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Autocamp ŽdáňCampsite
    23 km from Karlštejn Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Czechia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Karlštejn Castle?

Karlštejn Castle is in Karlštejn, Czechia, at GPS 49.9390, 14.1880. It is about 23 km from Prague.

Can you camp near Karlštejn Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Autokemp Karlštejn, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 30 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Karlštejn Castle?

Karlštejn Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bohemian castles.

What is there to see near Karlštejn Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Prague Castle (23 km), St Bartholomew’s Cathedral (62 km), Terezín Memorial (64 km) and St Barbara's Church (77 km).

When is the best time to visit Karlštejn Castle?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)