Activities at Mcely     What shall we do today?

“Chateau Mcely is magical in the same way as its local mystical drinks, or the many miraculous legends from the Saint George Forest.”

SAYS PROČ NE MAGAZINE?!

You've made it here... Now lets have some fun! Whether you are here on honeymoon, business conference or just getting away from it all, we can help you get the most of your time. If you are into sports and recreational activities, the area has lots to offer - see our page on this. Want to plan a tactically good time to visit? Check out our event calendar. Finally, if Mcely is to be the centrepiece of your Czech visit, why not let us help you plan your tours and sightseeing?

Attractions | Sport | Indoor entertainment

Local Attractions

All of the following attractions are within a 10-20 minute drive from Chateau Mcely. Many are featured on our sightseeing tours page.

Jabkenice Game Park—1200 acres of stunning forest, 60 acres of fish-filled lakes and ponds, 400 fallow deer, flocks of duck and pheasant—adjacent and linked to Chateau Mcely by the NA HRABĚCÍ Path.  Inviting both for romantic strolls and adventurous hiking, bicycling and nostalgic horse and carriage rides.

The Bedřich Smetana Memorial—Located on the edge of Jabkenice Park.  Visit a permanent exhibition dedicated to this world-renowned composer.  You can listen to your favorite Smetana works, or go for a walk on the Smetana Path, a special place that inspired some of his greatest compositions. More info... 

Loučeň Chateau—See an informative exhibition of the Thurn-Taxis Family, former owners of both Chateaus Mcely and Loučeň. More info... 

Dětenice Chateau—A hunting chateau with a large collection of hunting equipment and trophies from all over the world.  After a tour of the chateau, visit their brewery and taste light and dark beers, brewed with ancient recipes.  You can also drink the beer in their unique medieval tavern, where you can enjoy fire-roasted meats, eaten as in olden times—with your fingers!  You’ll be entertained by waiters and waitresses in medieval costumes, dancing on tables, sword fighting, and juggling fakirs. More info...

Kost Castle—Offer tours, enhanced by displays of sword-fighting, period dancing, and falconry.  Like the other properties owned by Dr. Pio Kinsky del Borgo, Kost Castle provides a real sense of adventure. More info...

Botanicus—A plant kingdom, with gardens established in 1999, and now covering an area of 50 acres.  In addition to the gardens, it is a rewarding experience to visit the historic village of Ostré, where various thematic and period festivals take place.  Don’t miss the shop carrying Botanicus products, where you can purchase wonderful products for yourself, family and friends. More info...

Toušeň Mud Baths—Offers an excellent treatment in sulfur- and iron-rich mud from their own deposits at “Čelákovic.”  A special package is available to Chateau Mcely guests. More info...

 Poděbrady Spa—This nearby renowned spa offers Chateau Mcely guests a wide selection of regenerative treatments. More info...

Sports

Numerous possibilities abound, of course depending on the season and your inclinations. For more details see our sports page.

At Chateau Mcely and in the vicinity —Beach volley ball, croquet, cycling, horseshoes, horse riding, hiking, jogging.

Paradise Golf Club Resort—Challenge your skills at a nearby 9-hole course called Dýmač, and visit their classic golf shop

Horse & Carriage Rides

Mushroom and Rosehip Picking—in St George Forest (with the level of excitement and dedication about mushroom hunting in this country, we are right to call it a sport!)

Rollerblading—We recommend the 9 km route along the Labe river between Poděbrady and Nymburk

Clay Pigeon Shooting—Whether you are a hunter, or just for sport.

Hunting and Fishing—In Jabkenice and other nearby game parks.

Indoors

Apart from eating, drinking and sleeping, what else can we offer indoors? How about:

Reading. We have an extensive library in the Studiolo and at other locations around the chateau, in a variety of languages. We are also collectors of rare, notably scientific, books. You can spend hours pouring through some of this fascinating material.

Observing. Technically not indoors but on our roof where we have a small telescope looking up to the clear night sky. We can help you find that long-lost star or constellation!

Playing games. We have a selection of board games which you are welcome to borrow to play.

Movies. Each room is equipped with a TV and DVD player. We have an interesting collection of DVDs which you are welcome to borrow.

Studying. More than just reading, here's your chance to sit in our enchanting library and learn Czech, or history, or architecture, or politics, or natural sciences or...

Surf the net. We have a PC available in the Studiolo. Landline connections in the guestrooms and public halls on the Piano Nobile and some grounds are covered by WiFi if you brought along your laptop. See more about our telecommunications.

Talk. Why not sit down at the Alchymist bar or the Salon du Thé and meet fellow guests? You know you have something in common - a love for the finer things in life!

Unwinding. A visit to our Spa for a massage or other treatment or perhaps just a sauna or jacuzzi is what you need to shake off the stress.