Tupadly: Castle History, Chapel and Brewery

Tupadly offers several reasons to stay: local history, a chapel in the centre, a brewery tour with tasting, and the CKH11 cycling route. If you are looking for a hotel in Tupadly, you can consider in advance which focus best suits your trip. Would you like to plan a guided tour, are you mainly interested in the architectural history, or is a longer cycling route on your itinerary? These specific differences can help you plan a stay that suits you.

The Castle and the History of the Fortress

The castle in Tupadly is a protected immovable cultural monument. The village was first mentioned in 1242; a fortress there is explicitly documented in 1371. The original fortress was converted into an early Baroque castle between 1636 and 1640. Thus, different chapters of the village’s history stand side by side: Tupadly’s first mention, the documented fortress, and the building’s later transformation. Visitor information updated in July 2024 states that the castle is not open to visitors. Its history is therefore an important part of the village’s character, but the castle rooms cannot be visited.

Chapel in the Centre of Tupadly

The Chapel of Saint John of Nepomuk stands in the centre of Tupadly, on a small village square opposite the Baroque gate by the castle. It dates from the 19th century and was restored at the beginning of the 21st century. Its construction and restoration therefore belong to different periods in its history. The chapel is freely accessible; briefly check access before your visit. Its precise location by the village square and opposite the gate makes it an easy-to-find place to visit. A pavilion is also among the sights mentioned in Tupadly.

Brewery Tour and Beer Selection

Pivovar Tupadly offers tours with expert explanations of the production area, followed by a beer tasting. Advance reservation is required. If you plan to visit, book in advance and check the conditions with the brewery before you arrive. The brewery itself dates its first recorded mentions to 1735—a separate historical reference alongside the history of the fortress and castle.

The product list includes the pale lager “Tupadelská 10°” at 105 Kč per 1.5 l and “Tupadelská 11°” at 110 Kč per 1.5 l. The dark lager “Tupadelská 12°” and the strong beer “Tupadelská 13°” are each listed at 120 Kč per 1.5 l. The uniform volume makes it easier to compare prices across the four entries. The selection and prices may change, so check the details in advance.

CKH11 Cycling Route

The CKH11 cycling route passes through Tupadly and is listed as 66.3 km in total, with a possible variation of ±5% in the stated length. The route description says the route is suitable for children. It lists a Baroque gate and a pavilion as sights in Tupadly. When planning, you can therefore distinguish between the local buildings and the entire cycling route: the stated distance refers to CKH11 as a whole, not just the section through Tupadly. Whether you make the route or the village’s history the focus depends on the kind of stay you have planned.

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