Český Krumlov Castle is a Renaissance castle in Český Krumlov, South Bohemian Region, Czech Republic, and a filming location for The Illusionist (2006) and Hostel (2005). Dating to the 13th century, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is owned by Czech state (National Heritage Institute).
Location: Latrán, Český Krumlov, South Bohemian Region, Czech Republic
Verified facts
- Located in Latrán, Český Krumlov
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2382, SRC-2383, SRC-6723, SRC-4156 - Built in 13th century
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-2382, SRC-2383, SRC-4156 - Architectural style: Renaissance
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-2382, SRC-2384, SRC-4156 - Historic designation: UNESCO World Heritage Site; National Cultural Heritage Site (Czech Republic)
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-2382, SRC-2383, SRC-4157 - Owned by Czech state (National Heritage Institute)
confidence 95/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-2382, SRC-2383, SRC-6724, SRC-6725, SRC-10185 - Appeared in The Illusionist (movie, 2006)
confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2385, SRC-2386, SRC-6749, SRC-6750 - Appeared in Hostel (movie, 2005)
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2384, SRC-12792, SRC-2386, SRC-14485
Evidence & sources
- SRC-10185 — Amazing Czechia — Český Krumlov, UNESCO World Heritage Site (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12792 — https://movie-locations.com/movies/h/Hostel-2005.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-14485 — Czech Film Commission — Hostel (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-2382 — UNESCO World Heritage Centre — Historic Centre of Český Krumlov (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2383 — Wikipedia — Český Krumlov Castle (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2384 — Wikipedia — Český Krumlov (Historic centre, UNESCO) (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2385 — The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations — The Illusionist (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2386 — Expats.cz — Czech castles you can see in films (Tier 2, news; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4156 — britannica.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4157 — zamek-ceskykrumlov.cz (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6723 — Český Krumlov State Castle and Chateau (National Heritage Institute, official site) (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6724 — State Castle Český Krumlov (official) — Český Krumlov Castle in the 20th Century (Tier 2, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6725 — Prague.fm — Český Krumlov State Castle and Chateau Secures Boosted UNESCO Protection (Tier 3, news_article; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6749 — MovieLoci – Filming Locations of The Illusionist (Tier 3, filming-location database; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6750 — Expats.cz – Czech Filming Locations (Tier 2, news/feature article; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Hostel filmed?
Český Krumlov Castle, in Český Krumlov, South Bohemian Region, is a real-world filming location used for Hostel. This property has also appeared on screen in The Illusionist.
Where was The Illusionist filmed?
Český Krumlov Castle, in Český Krumlov, South Bohemian Region, is a real-world filming location used for The Illusionist. This property has also appeared on screen in Hostel.
Where is Český Krumlov Castle located?
Český Krumlov Castle is located in Český Krumlov, South Bohemian Region.