--- title: "Děčín Castle (Zámek Děčín, Czech Republic)" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/castle-decin" description: "The first fortifications were built on this site in the 10th century. From the 12th century, the site was documented as a castle and later transformed into a Renaissance palace.After the Thirty Years' War, the estate passed to the Thun-Hohenstein family. Under their direction, the castle took on its Baroque character, including the monumental driveway \"Lange Fahrt\" and the rose garden.In 1835, the composer Frédéric Chopin lived here for a time. After decades of military use, the castle was gradually restored from 1991 onwards.Today, it is open to the public. Guided tours, exhibitions, a historic rose garden and events make the visit a varied experience.Saxon Switzerland Guest CardHolders of the Saxon Switzerland Guest Card receive a discount of €1 on the admission price.." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3515498/c778427d1fd3ef5f703da36b73b24bf04c21752a0bcdf164ac5b14f5c2cc9f13/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Děčín Castle (Zámek Děčín, Czech Republic) ========================================== - Palace Aerial view of a castle on a hill next to a river with boats and city view. Děčín Castle lies high above the mouth of the Elbe and Ploučnice rivers and is one of the most important historical buildings in North Bohemia. The first fortifications were built on this site in the 10th century. From the 12th century, the site was documented as a castle and later transformed into a Renaissance palace.After the Thirty Years' War, the estate passed to the Thun-Hohenstein family. Under their direction, the castle took on its Baroque character, including the monumental driveway "Lange Fahrt" and the rose garden. In 1835, the composer Frédéric Chopin lived here for a time. After decades of military use, the castle was gradually restored from 1991 onwards. Today, it is open to the public. Guided tours, exhibitions, a historic rose garden and events make the visit a varied experience. Holders of the Saxon Switzerland Guest Card receive a discount of **€1** on the admission price. . Read more Good to know ------------ Openings January to February Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 - 16:00 Monday day off March to June, September to December Tuesday to Sunday 09:00 - 17:00 Monday day off July to August Monday to Sunday 09:00 - 18:00 Read more Price info Adults: 120 CZK Students (15-26 years), seniors (65+): 90 CZK Children (6-15 years), severely disabled, severely disabled/with accompanied: 60 CZK Families (2 adults and up to 3 children under 15): 300 CZK Read more General information - Parking Available - Bus stop available Directions & Parking facilities Line: various buses from Děčín hl.n. station. Bus stop: Děčín, Myslbekova or Děčín, Tyršova Walking distance approx. 7 min. Distance from the parking lots: Parking lot Zámecký rybník: 480 m Parking lot U plovárny: 500 m Read more This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Palace - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Viewpoint/viewing tower Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Fortress - Palace - Palace Contact Dlouhá jízda 1254 405 02 Děčín