Exterior view

The Chateau complex in Jindrichuv Hradec dates back to the 10th century when it grew from an original Slavic settlement. The chateau, which is the third largest in the Czech Republic after Prague Castle and the Cesky Krumlov Castle, started as a Romanesque-Gothic fortress and then morphed into a Gothic castle (New Castle). At the end of the 16th century the castle was rebuilt as a grand Italian Renaissance chateau. Adam the II employed Baldassare Maggi and other Italian builders to create beautiful spaces including the Spanish Wing, the Round Garden Pavilion, and more. Small adaptations were made later but the overall Renaissance style was retained.

The photo shows the garden pavilion which is connected to the main building by arcaded corridors.

View the ground plan of the chateau.