Žatec Hop Town
Žatec · Landmark
About
The world capital of hops — a UNESCO-listed brewing-heritage townscape.
Background & story
Žatec is a town in Louny District in the Ústí nad Labem Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 19,000 inhabitants. It lies on the Ohře River in the Most Basin.
Historical and cultural context is adapted from the linked source. Check opening times, prices and access rules on the official website before travel.
Don’t miss: The famed Saaz hops behind great pilsners come from here; tour the hop temple and old maltings, then climb the hop lighthouse.
Plan your visit
Opening hours
Town always open · Attractions 10:00–17:00
Adult ticket
120 CZK (~€5)
Time needed
~2 h 30 min
Effort
Easy
Families
Kid-friendly · stroller OK
Dogs
Generally possible on a leash — confirm
Mobility note
Pram-friendly; wheelchair access unverified
Best time
The September hop harvest & Dočesná festival are the highlight.
General guidance derived from the site type, not venue-specific verification. Based on pram suitability; wheelchair users should confirm details with the venue.