Archery and Historical Games at Velhartice Castle

At the end of the holidays, the castle comes alive with the Shields of the Silver Lion event. In front of the walls, a huge military camp is built, there are demonstrations of mediaeval cooking, physickery, combat training and various crafts. In June, theatre performances for kindergartens and primary schools are regularly shown at Velhartice, followed by a special costumed tour with the castle jester and the White Lady.

The castle grounds feature outdoor wooden chess, Russian skittles and the Tower of Hanoi. In the castle restaurant you can play board games – checkers, mill and backgammon. The former brewery building hosts irregular exhibitions with interactive exhibits, often aimed specifically at child visitors.

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