Vyšehrad of Charles IV
The 6th annual historical commemorative event organized by the National Cultural Monument Vyšehrad in cooperation with leading Czech military history clubs and associations.
This year’s theme marks the 670th anniversary of the coronation of Charles IV as Holy Roman Emperor (April 5, 1355). Charles IV became the first Czech ruler to attain the rank of Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire.
During his imperial coronation journey, he brought back from Pisa a fragment of a stone altar, which was believed to have been used by Saint Peter to celebrate his first mass on the Apennine Peninsula. He donated this relic to the Vyšehrad Basilica, thereby reaffirming the symbolic bond between Vyšehrad and Rome—a connection originally established by the first Czech king, Vratislav, in 1070 with the founding of the Vyšehrad Chapter and the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Main Program
12:00 Arrival of Emperor Charles IV
12:30 – 13:15 Jousting Tournament with Lance Breaking
14:00 – 14:45 The Noble Art of Hunting: Falconry Performance
15:00 Arrival of Emperor Charles IV (second ceremonial entry)
15:30 – 16:15 Jousting Tournament with Lance Breaking
16:30 Lecture: Prague of Charles IV (in the Chamber Hall of the Burgrave’s House)
From 11:00 to 16:30, the Medieval Camp will offer an immersive experience into life during the reign of Charles IV. Visitors can enjoy educational demonstrations of period clothing, military practices, and table culture—from the nobleman’s feast to the commoner’s meal.
Performers: Doba Karlova, Falconia, Karlovci, Štvanci
The event and main program are free of charge.
Accompanying Program
Exhibition: RISES AND FALLS OF VYŠEHRAD(10:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
This exhibition reveals the transformations of the royal district at Vyšehrad – from the seat of the first Czech king and a symbol of royal power, through its role as a military fortress, to its current status as a spiritual and national symbol.
MEDIEVAL TORTURE CHAMBER (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
A presentation of approximately 200 replicas of period instruments offers demonstrations of typical capital and torturous punishments, as well as a unique insight into the professions of executioners and knackers.
Admission to both the exhibition and the torture chamber is included in a single ticket, which can be purchased online or on-site and exchanged for a wristband. Price: 190 CZK, reduced 130 CZK, family 380 CZK (2 adults, 2–3 children).
Tickets available soon.
Program subject to change.
