The park contains over 200 species of rare trees imported from across the globe during the 19th century.
A complex water management system feeds the park's canals, which were originally designed to drain the surrounding marshy land.
The garden was heavily damaged during the 1997 Moravian floods, leading to extensive archeological and botanical restoration efforts.
The site includes a designated animal enclosure that has historically housed diverse species, including macaws and kangaroos.
It is categorized as a romantic landscape park, deliberately contrasting with the rigid geometric symmetry of the nearby Flower Garden.
The park's layout was significantly influenced by the aesthetic principles of Archbishop Rudolf Jan.
The Chateau Garden in Kroměříž is a 64-hectare landscape park that holds UNESCO World Heritage status alongside the adjacent Kroměříž Archbishop's Palace. Designed in an English landscape style, the garden features a complex system of canals, ponds, and bridges integrated into a naturalistic layout. It houses multiple historic pavilions, such as the Pompeii Colonnade and the Chinese Pavilion, dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The garden serves as a transition zone between the formal Flower Garden and the urban historic center. Visitors can observe free-roaming peacocks and various water birds in the managed ecosystems. The park underwent significant restoration following the 1997 floods to preserve its historic arboretum and drainage networks.
The view from the bridge near the Chinese Pavilion looking back toward the palace facade.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the park spans 64 hectares and involves significant walking distances.
Visit the small animal enclosures near the main entrance to see the exotic birds.
Check for temporary event closures, as parts of the garden are occasionally booked for private or municipal functions.
Do not mistake the Chateau Garden for the separate Flower Garden (Květná zahrada) located in a different part of the city; they require separate visits.
The garden remains open year-round, but specific pavilions and interior features may have seasonal access restrictions during winter.
Stay on marked paths to protect the sensitive flora; do not feed the animals; dogs must be kept on a leash.
