The castle features a rare, fully restored 1920s electrical installation designed by František Křižík.
Architect Dušan Jurkovič utilized traditional folk motifs in his Art Nouveau interior designs, creating a unique 'Slavic' aesthetic.
The castle gardens contain a hidden, concrete-reinforced 'monkey bridge' structure designed by Jurkovič.
The family crest of the Bartoň-Dobenín family is prominently integrated into the decorative stucco work of the main hall.
A portion of the castle was used as a filming location for historical dramas due to its well-preserved early 20th-century interiors.
The castle’s sgraffito decoration underwent a major restoration in the 1950s to clear layers of later plasterwork.
The private chapel inside the castle features original carved wooden altar pieces from the 17th century.
Castle Nové Město nad Metují is a Renaissance chateau situated on a rocky promontory overlooking the Metuje River. Founded in 1501 by Jan Černčický of Kácov, the structure was significantly remodeled in the early 20th century by architect Dušan Jurkovič for the Bartoň-Dobenín family. The interior features a unique blend of historical Renaissance architecture and Art Nouveau elements. The castle is surrounded by a terraced French-style garden that transitions into a landscaped park. It remains privately owned by the Bartoň-Dobenín family, having been returned to them in the 1990s after decades of state confiscation. The courtyard is enclosed by arcades decorated with sgraffito, a hallmark of the Bohemian Renaissance style. The estate includes a functional water-powered sawmill and historical wooden bridges designed by Jurkovič. Visitors can access various residential interiors, which preserve the atmosphere of a functioning aristocratic home.
The central courtyard, framed by the Renaissance arcades and the signature sgraffito walls.
Prioritize a guided tour of the interior rooms, as the Art Nouveau details are best explained by experts.
Take time to walk down into the garden terrace to see the castle architecture from the river-facing side.
Visit the small exhibition dedicated to the Jurkovič renovations located in the administrative area.
Do not overlook the gardens; many visitors stay only in the courtyard and miss the unique bridge architecture below.
Closed on Mondays; open primarily from spring through autumn, with limited winter operations.
Photography is restricted inside the private living quarters; follow all posted signs during the guided tour.
