Austerlitz Castle
Slavkov Castle Palackeho namesti 1, 684 01 Slavkov u Brna, Czech Republic
Description:
The famous battle between French and Russian-Austrian troops took place in the city of Slavkov – between Brno and Olomuc. At the highest point of the Pratec hill is Austerlitz Castle, which received a new name when the Moravian Margrave became part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
The so-called “grave of peace” remembers the decisive battles and the intensity of the fighting passions when the great troops collided. At the base of the castle there are figures of four warriors who bear the signs of Russia, Austria, France and Moravia. Inside is a small chapel with an amazing beauty altar made of Carrara marble.
There are many legends and legends associated with Austerlitz. It is said that the treasure of Alexander I is buried near the castle.