Žebrák: Castle Tower, Observatory and Culture

In Žebrák, you can plan a stay around a range of interests: the castle tower as a lookout tower, astronomical observations and visits focused on cultural history. When planning your schedule, local conditions also matter: observations depend on the weather, and the season affects the town museum.

Castle Tower and Cycling Tour

The tower of Žebrák Castle now serves as a lookout tower. You can include the castle tower as a separate stop in your itinerary. Access conditions may vary, so check the current arrangements before your visit.

A 2026 visitor brochure for the Berounsko region describes a cycling tour that passes through Žebrák along cycle route No. 0033, after visiting the ruins of Žebrák Castle and Točník Castle. The route described provides cyclists with a specific context for visiting the town. Route numbering and trail conditions may change; check this information against current route details before setting out.

Žebrák Observatory: Observations and Tours

Žebrák Observatory regularly offers observation sessions scheduled in advance. It also holds observations of unusual celestial events, as well as additional sessions arranged at short notice, depending on the weather. Observation sessions can be booked in advance. If you would like to plan your stay around a session, check the program and book in good time.

In favorable conditions and clear skies, you can observe the Sun during the day and interesting celestial objects at night. Actual observations also depend on the observatory’s operations. The program also includes tours of the facilities and equipment, demonstrations, and a visit to the dome with the main telescope. An exhibition about the ESO Universe adds to the visitor experience.

Town Museum, Gallery and Church of St. Lawrence

The town museum is housed in a former school building on the main square. It has two permanent exhibitions and one seasonal exhibition. Access to exhibitions may vary by season, so check current visiting arrangements before your visit. This helps you account for the fact that the seasonal exhibition should not be assumed to be available throughout the year.

The Jaroslava Hněvkovský Gallery is a permanent exhibition of the artist’s work, complemented by photographs and sketches. The gallery offers a different focus from the town museum’s exhibition program; presentation details may change.

The Church of St. Lawrence stands in the middle of the main square. East of the church, on the axis of the presbytery, is a group of sculptures of St. John of Nepomuk dating from 1727, by Karel Josef Hiernle. From 1982 to 2018, the group was housed in a restoration studio and lapidarium. After restoration and its return, it was placed in a pentagonal glass case to protect it from the elements.

Planning Your Stay

When choosing your travel dates, it is worth deciding in advance what you want to focus on: at the observatory, sessions, weather and operational arrangements are important, while seasonal access may affect visits to the town museum. Plan a cycling tour using current route information. If you are looking for a hotel in Žebrák, these specific attractions can help you tailor your stay to your interests.

Discover More Destinations

Discover more destinations: Újezd, Skuhrov, Hořovice, Felbabka, Hudlice, Podluhy, Drozdov, Hlasna Treban.

Back to the main travel overview: Okres Beroun.