Muzeum betlémů Karlštejn is a museum and visitor destination in the historic village beneath Karlštejn Castle. It presents traditional and contemporary nativity scenes in a setting that combines Christmas heritage, local stories and hands-on experiences for families. Its centerpiece, the moving Royal Nativity Scene, brings a Karlštejn-inspired tale to life with figures including Charles IV, Saint Wenceslas and other historical characters. Visitors can also see gingerbread nativity scenes, a permanent exhibition of plaster cribs, and changing displays in two Baroque cellar spaces. An outdoor, moving alchemist’s workshop evokes the era of Rudolf II.

The museum welcomes families and offers creative Christmas workshops and educational programmes for preschool and primary school groups. Its visitor information centre serves tourists on the main route to the castle. From May to September, Café U Betléma offers coffee, ice cream and desserts, with seasonal opening hours. The museum also sells Christmas decorations, nativity scenes, postcards and other small gifts.