The Bellarie Summer House contains a unique rotating auditorium structure, though it is not operational for modern theater use.
The garden's central Cascade Fountain was historically fed by a complex series of wooden pipes originating from the Polečnice river.
The park features an original 18th-century stone maze created through formal hedge clipping.
The garden is set at an elevation higher than the rest of the town, protected by the steep slopes of the Vltava river meander.
The specific layout reflects the transition from late-Baroque geometric planning to more naturalistic Rococo landscape gardening.
The Castle Garden in Český Krumlov is an 11-hectare Baroque park situated on the high terrain behind the State Castle and Chateau. Originally established in the 17th century, the garden follows a rigid geometric design influenced by French park architecture. It features a central long-axis promenade, flower beds, and a distinctive Rococo-style summer pavilion known as Bellarie. The garden is anchored by a square-shaped Cascade Fountain, which serves as a significant hydraulic architectural element. Its layout includes a top terrace area near the chateau and a lower garden section characterized by its expansive lawns and mature linden tree alleys. The park serves as a historical green space integrated into the larger UNESCO World Heritage site of Český Krumlov. The botanical collection is maintained in accordance with historical conservation standards to preserve the integrity of the 18th-century design.
The elevated viewing platform near the Bellarie Summer House looking back toward the chateau towers.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the garden is expansive and includes long gravel paths.
Bring water, as there are limited facilities once you move away from the main chateau courtyard.
Visit the back sections of the garden near the forest edge for the best views of the town skyline.
Do not attempt to walk down the steep forested slopes outside the marked garden boundaries, as these are unstable and restricted.
The garden is typically closed to the public during the winter months when snow cover prevents maintenance.
Stay on designated paths to protect flower beds; pets must be on a leash.
